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Letter by Katie Huntington

I just wanted to say how much I’ve been enjoying the “Dog Charmer” column that Tom Shelby writes for All Otsego. My husband and I have a rescue dog of our own, and it’s been really helpful to hear other people’s experiences and Tom’s advice for them. I had a question that was answered one week, and Tom gave some wonderful feedback that I hadn’t considered before.

I hope the column continues, as I really look forward to reading it every time a new one comes out!

Katie Huntington
Oneonta

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