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ladies and gentlemen gather round today
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we're diving into the world of cats
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specifically the American wire hair now
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before you rush out to adopt one of
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these unique felines let me lay out 12
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reasons why you might want to reconsider
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bringing an American wire hair into your
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life one the hairy situation first off
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let's talk about that coat the American
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wire hair has a wiry crimped fur that
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looks like it just survived a bad perm
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it's like someone took a regular cat and
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thought you know what this needs a
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little more texture but here's the
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kicker that unique coat can be a
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nightmare to maintain it can get greasy
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and matted if you don't keep up with
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grooming so if you think you're getting
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a low maintenance pet think again two
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health risks the genetic Lottery now
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let's get serious for a moment like many
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purebred cats the American wire hair is
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prone to a host of hereditary diseases
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we're talking heart disease joint
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problems and even respiratory issues
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like asthma it's like adopting a ticking
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Time Bomb of health concerns you might
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find yourself spending more time at the
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vet than enjoying your cats company
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three skin sensitivities these cats can
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have sensitive skin that's prone to
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allergies and infections if you thought
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you just have to feed them and pet them
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occasionally think again you'll need to
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monitor their skin like it's a full-time
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job regular baths might be necessary
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just to keep them from feeling greasy or
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itchy who knew owning a cat would
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require so much shampoo four digestive
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drama let's not forget about their
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delicate digestive systems American wire
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hairs can can suffer from food
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intolerances that lead to vomiting and
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diarrhea so if you're thinking of
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feeding them whatever is on sale at the
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grocery store prepare for some
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unpleasant surprises both for you and
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your carpet five vocalization the cat
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that talks back these cats are known for
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being vocal like they're trying out for
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a role in a Broadway musical if you
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thought your neighbor's dog was annoying
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wait until you hear your wire hair
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yowling at all hours of the night you'll
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be wondering if you adopted a cat or a
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very opinionated roommate six high
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energy levels American wire hairs are
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energetic little dynamos they love to
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play and require plenty of stimulation
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to keep them happy if you're not
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prepared to invest in toys and climbing
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structures get ready for some serious
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feline Mischief as they turn your home
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into their personal playground seven
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grooming challenges speaking of grooming
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while they don't require daily brushing
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they do need some attention now and then
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their wiry coat can break easily with
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too much brushing or too little care
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talk about a fine line you'll need to
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become an expert in cat groming
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techniques just to keep your furry
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friend looking presentable eight not
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hypoallergenic if you're one of those
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people looking for a hypoallergenic cat
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well the American wire hair is not it
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they produce dander just like any other
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cat which means allergy suffers might
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want to steer clear unless they want to
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turn their home into an allergy clinic
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nine social needs the attention Seekers
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these cats thrive on social interaction
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not 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 take a shower prepare for
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some serious sulking or destructive
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behavior when you return 10 long
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lifespan equals long commitment let's
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talk commitment these cats can live up
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to 15 years or more that means signing
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up for over a decade of potential health
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issues and quirky behaviors that could
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drive anyone mad are you ready for that
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kind of long-term relationship 11
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potential behavioral issues without
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proper socialization and Training
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American wire hairs can develop
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behavioral problems like aggression or
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anxiety so if you think you can just
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bring one home and let it figure things
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out on its own think again you'll need
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to be proactive in training and
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socializing your new feline friend 12
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vet bills the hidden costs finally let's
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talk about money because owning an
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American wire hair isn't just about food
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and toys it's also about vet bills with
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all the potential health issues these
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cats face be prepared for some serious
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expenses down the line in conclusion
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while the American wire hair might seem
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like an adorable addition to your home
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with its quirky coat and play
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personality 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 unique felines take a moment to
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ponder if you're truly prepared for the
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adventure ahead thank you
