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ladies and gentlemen gather around today
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we're diving into the wild world of cat
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ownership specifically focusing on a
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breed that's as cute as a button but
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might just be the feline equivalent of a
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bad idea yes I'm talking about the
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Singapore cat now before you rush out to
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adopt one of these pint-sized furballs
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let me give you 12 reasons why you
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should never own a Singapore cat buckle
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up it's going to be a bumpy ride one the
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size Factor first off let's talk about
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size the Singapura is the smallest breed
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of domestic cat we're talking about a
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creature that weighs less than a loaf of
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bread sure they're adorable but do you
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really want a pet that can fit in your
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handbag you might accidentally take them
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to the grocery store instead of your
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shopping list two health concerns now
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these little guys come with a health
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warning they are prone to genetic
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conditions like pyu kyes deficiency
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which sounds like something straight out
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of a sci-fi movie this condition can
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lead to anemia and other complications
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so if you're looking for a
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low-maintenance pet keep walking three
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high maintenance speaking of Maintenance
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these cats require more attention than a
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toddler on a sugar high they need
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companionship and can develop separation
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anxiety if left alone too long so unless
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you're planning on taking your cat to
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work or hiring a full-time cats sitter
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think twice four the Mischief Makers
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Singapore cats are known for their
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playful nature this means they'll be
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climbing your curtains and knocking over
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your favorite knick-knacks like their
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auditioning for cir do solay if you
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cherish your belongings you might want
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to Recon consider five vocalists of the
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feline world let's not forget their
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vocal talents these cats love to meow
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loudly and often if you enjoy peace and
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quiet in your home prepare for a concert
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every evening it's like living with an
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opera singer who never takes a break six
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the cost Factor owning a Singapura isn't
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just about cuddles it's also about cash
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these little critters can cost anywhere
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from $1,000 to $2,000 that's right this
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is not just an investment it's
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practically a down payment on a car
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seven grooming needs while they have
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short coats that shed lightly don't be
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fooled into thinking their low
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maintenance in The Grooming department
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they still need regular brushing and
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care to keep their coats in top
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condition if you think you can skip out
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on grooming because they're small think
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again eight Social Butterflies these
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cats thrive on social interaction and
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can become depressed if they don't get
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enough attention if you're not ready to
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be their personal entertainment
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committee you might want to look for a
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more independent breed nine genetic
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history drama the history of the
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Singapura is filled with controversy and
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drama that Rivals any reality TV show
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originally thought to be native to
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Singapore it turns out they were
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imported from the US leading to
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questions about their authenticity as a
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breed who needs that kind of stress in
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their life 10 not ideal for firsttime
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owners if you're new to cat ownership
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these little guys may not be the best
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choice their unique needs and
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personality traits can be overwhelming
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for someone who hasn't navigated the
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feline world before 11 potential for
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health issues in addition to PKD
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Singapore cats can suffer from other
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health issues like Progressive retinal
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atrophy and uterine inertia conditions
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that can complicate their lives and
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yours do you really want to deal with
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vet visits and medical bills 12 they'll
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steal your heart and your space finally
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let's face it once you adopt one of
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these Little Cuties they will steal not
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just your heart but also your personal
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space they'll curl up on your laptop
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while you're trying to work or claim
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your lap as they thrown in conclusion
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while Singapore cats are undeniably
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Charming with their big eyes and playful
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Antics owning one is not for the
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faint-hearted or those who value their
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sanity and belongings so think carefully
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before bringing one into your home you
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might just end up with more than you
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bargain for thank you
