My friend allows his dog to terrorize kittens and squirrels in his neighborhood … it’s appalling

By Abigail Van Buren

DEAR ABBY: I have known my best friend, “Carl,” and his wife for 30 years. We do everything together — cruises, holidays, birthdays, etc. They allow (and enable) their boxer dog to go after innocent cats and squirrels. It’s like it’s a game. The dog does not know any different.

I recently adopted two indoor cats. I live in the country, and I also have a 5-year-old Lab that would not hurt a bunny. I can no longer allow Carl and his wife to visit because they (mainly she) have allowed their dog to terrorize the kittens and squirrels in their neighborhood. I know she will make me out to be a villain and refuse to come if the dog cannot. Carl and I keep avoiding the conversation. Any advice?

— APPALLED IN OKLAHOMA

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