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ladies and Gentlemen let's dive into a
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topic that may seem cute and cuddly on
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the surface but is fraught with
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complications the man's cat now before
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you rush out to adopt one of these
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tailess wonders let me present 12
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reasons why you should think twice about
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bringing a MX into your home one the
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tail less mystery first off let's talk
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about the tail or lack thereof the MX is
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famous for its stubby tail or no tail at
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all it's like someone took a perfectly
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good cat and said you know what this
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needs a little less functionality you'll
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spend your days explaining to friends
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and family why your cat looks like it
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just got out of a bad accident and don't
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even get me started on the jokes two M
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syndrome a genetic gamble now here's
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where it gets serious the gene that
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gives the MS its Unique Look also comes
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with a host of health problems known as
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M syndrome this can lead to all sorts of
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issues from spinal deformities to
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incontinence you might think you're
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adopting a cute pet but you could be
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signing up for a medical drama that
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would make Gray's Anatomy look like a
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sitcom three bathroom bath
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speaking of incontinence let's address
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the elephant in the litter box many M's
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cats struggle with poor bladder control
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due to nerve damage so if you enjoy
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cleaning up after your pets
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congratulations you've just found your
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new hobby you'll be spending more time
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cleaning up accidents than enjoying your
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furry friend four weak hind quarters due
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to their unique body structure M's cats
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often have weak hind quarters this isn't
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just an inconvenience it can lead to
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severe arthritis and mobility issues as
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they age so while you're picturing a
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playful kitten remember that you might
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end up with a cat that needs help
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getting off the couch just like Uncle
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Bob after Thanksgiving dinner five
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vocalization the soundtrack of your life
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M's cats are known for being vocal like
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they're auditioning for a role in a
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musical if you thought your last
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roommate was chatty wait until you bring
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home a mix they'll be yowling and
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chirping about everything from dinner
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time to existential crises if you live
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in an apartment your neighbors will know
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all about your cat's opinions on life
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six high energy needs these cats are not
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couch potatoes they're little bundles of
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energy they love to jump and play which
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means if you don't have the time or
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energy to keep up with them prepare for
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chaos you'll need to be ready for some
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serious cat gymnastics in your living
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room good luck with that seven grooming
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a furry affair while grooming isn't
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overly complicated it still requires
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commitment M's cats have thick fur that
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needs regular brushing to prevent
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matting and hair balls if you think you
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can skip grooming sessions because
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they're just a cat think again you'll
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find yourself covered in fur more often
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than not eight dietary demands these
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active Little Creatures need highquality
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food to fuel their Antics if you're on a
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budget or preferred sheep cat food then
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the MS is not for you they require
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proper nutrition to maintain their
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energy levels and overall health so get
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ready to Shell out some cash for premium
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kibble nine Social Butterflies with
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attachment issues Ms cats are social
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creatures who thrive on interaction not
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just with humans but also with other
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pets if you're planning on leaving them
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alone while you go out for dinner or
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even just to the bathroom prepare for
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some serious sulking or destructive
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behavior when you return 10 not ideal
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for change these cats do not handle
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change well at all if you're expecting a
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baby or planning on moving soon it might
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be best to hold off on adopting a MX
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until things settle down they can become
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anxious and stressed with even minor
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changes in their environment 11 health
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concerns Galore let's not forget about
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the Myriad of health issues associated
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with this breed everything from spinal
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problems to arthritis and even cancer
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owning a Manx can feel like playing
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Russian rette with your wallet as vet
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bills pile up over time 12 lifespan a
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long commitment finally while they can
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live long lives up to 15 years you'll
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need to consider whether you're ready
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for such a long-term commitment filled
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with potential challenges and health
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issues in conclusion while the mang's
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cat may seem like an adorable addition
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to your home owning one comes with its
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share of complications that could make
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anyone reconsider their decision so
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before you rush out to adopt one of
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these tailess wonders take a moment to
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ponder if you're truly prepared for the
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adventure ahead thank you
