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ladies and gentlemen gather around today
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we're diving into the world of cats
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specifically the tonin cat now before
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you rush out to adopt one of these
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little furballs let me give you 12
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reasons why you should think twice
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because owning a tonen cat might just be
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like inviting a hyperactive toddler into
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your home you know the kind full of
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energy constantly demanding attention
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and always finding new ways to get into
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trouble one high maintenance grooming
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needs first up let's talk grooming
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despite their short and plush coats
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Tony's cats are like that friend who
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insists on being high maintenance they
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need regular brushing to keep their fur
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looking Sleek if you thought you could
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skip out on grooming because they're
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short-haired think again they shed
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enough to make you question whether
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you're running a cat sanctuary or a fur
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Factory two attention Seekers
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extraordinaire these cats are not just
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attention Seekers they are attention
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demanders if you're looking for a pet
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that will quietly curl up in the corner
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and leave you alone while you binge
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watch your favorite show keep looking
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talken cats will follow you around like
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a shadow demanding to be involved in
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every little thing you do want to go to
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the bathroom good luck with that privacy
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three vocalization Champions now let's
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discuss their vocal talents if you enjoy
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peace and quiet the tonin is not for you
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these cats have a voice that could rival
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a Broadway singer they love to chat
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about their day their feelings and
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probably even your life choices you'll
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find yourself in deep conversations with
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your cat conversations that usually end
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with you questioning your sanity four
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health issues Galore let's not forget
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about health concerns like many purebred
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cats tonies are prone to various genetic
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health issues gingivitis heart disease
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respiratory problems you name it owning
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one is like signing up for a long-term
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relationship with your veterinarian get
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ready for those vet bills to pile up
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faster than your cat can knock over your
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favorite vase five climbing enthusiasts
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if you have a fear of heights or simply
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don't want your furniture turned into a
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Climbing Gym think again tonin cats are
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acrobatic climbers who will scale
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anything in sight bookshelves curtains
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even your head if they're feeling
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adventurous your home will become an
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obstacle course designed specifically
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for feline gymnastics six playtime never
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ends these little bundles of energy
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require constant entertainment if you're
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not prepared to engage in Daily play
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sessions that could rival an Olympic
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event then this breed is not for you
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they need interactive toys and mental
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stimulation or they'll turn into little
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furry tornadoes wreaking havoc around
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your house seven long lifespan equals
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long commitment expect these cats to be
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part of your life for a long time 14 to
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20 years that's right adopting a
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Tonkinese is like signing a long-term
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contract with no Escape Clause if you're
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not ready for that level of commitment
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maybe consider adopting a goldfish
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instead eight Mischief Makers tany cats
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are notorious for their mischievous
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Behavior leave them alone for 5 minutes
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and they'll find ways to entertain
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themselves usually at your expense from
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knocking over plants to opening cabinets
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yes they can do that these cats will
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keep you on your toes nine jealousy
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issues do you have other pets well
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prepare for some jealousy drama talken
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cats thrive on being the center of
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attention and may not take kindly to
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sharing their Spotlight with another
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furry friend expect some territorial
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disputes that could rival reality TV
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drama 10 dietary restrictions these cats
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may also come with specific dietary
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needs due to their predisposition to
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urinary tract issues and other health
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concerns that means extra research and
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possibly extra costs when it comes to
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feeding them properly 11 not ideal for
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small spaces if you're living in a tiny
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apartment or shared space with thin
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walls think twice their vocal nature
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combined with their playful Antics can
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make living with a tonin kakin to living
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next door to a rock concert loud and
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chaotic 12 constant need for social
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interaction finally if you travel
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frequently or work long hours away from
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home this breed is likely not the best
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fit for you they thrive on social
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interaction and can develop separation
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anxiety if left alone too often in
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conclusion while tonin cats may be
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charming and affectionate creatures they
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come with their own set of challenges
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that can turn pet ownership into an
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Olympic sport of patience and dedication
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so before bringing one home ask yourself
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am I ready for this Whirlwind of fur and
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fun if the answer is no perhaps stick
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with something less demanding like a
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nice house plant thank you
