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Kitty kisses are welcome.

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Sometimes, his curiosity kills me!

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He claims they were only love bites.

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Enjoying a lazy morning with my beast.

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This is Brutus judging me for not doing dishes.

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Brutus wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas!

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He's helping.

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Craft face plant.

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Hims a tired kitty.

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Crinkle crinkle

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One tool the vet suggested is the Eggcerciser, which requires the cat to work for his food. So far, it looks like Brutus is catching on!

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Today was really good.

Brutus helped me work knots out of Kevin's back. Yes, he did get up on Kevin's back all on his own and kneaded it for a while. He was very concerned about Kevin's comfort...

In the afternoon, we visited Dr. Brent at Windsor Veterinary Clinic to get updated shots and a general check up. At first, Brutus was pacing around a ton and I was kinda nervous. Was he going to freak out on the vet?!?

Then, he just got bored and kept asking if we could leave. Just plopped down in front of me and started complaining. Typical cat. Great pic though.

The vet came in and gave me tons of tips on how to start getting his weight down and whatnot. He weighed in at 24 lbs 10 oz. Brutus got a distemper treatment and then a rabies shot...and he did not like the shot but didn't try to bite, just tried to escape...and then finally just gave in. I am proud of his for not FREAKING OUT and getting me banned from the vet or something.

And then later this evening, I hung out with Brady and Jess. While Brutus was not invited, how could I NOT post this handsome bugger??

Happy Monday!!

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Brutus doesn't like the vacuum.

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Came home to find this smug cat and a ripped-to-shreds bag of cat food. Apparently, Brutus figured out how to open the latch on my cupboards and decided he needed a snack. He is such a jerk. 

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Okay, I know I already posted the photo of today, but I just snapped this of Brutus. It's way too perfect not to share. Enjoy

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Brutus loves craft night.

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Brutus and Maggie having a reunion!

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He comes in and watches EVERY TIME I flush the toilet!

It's weird.

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I introduced the harness today. At first, it seemed like things were going to be okay. As you can see in the picture below, Brutus was curious about the new gear.

Well...things deteriorated quickly. I put it on and realized that I had the top part too loose and the bottom part too tight. After much scratching and biting my arms, I was able to take off the harness, adjust and wrestle it back on him. This next video sums up his initial reaction...

I know, the immediate keeling over is hilarious. He momentarily lost the will to live. I apologize for the horrible lighting...I didn't realize how dark my apartment is! After adjusting some lights, I was able to grab the following gem.

Apparently, harnesses will affect the equilibrium of a typical household cat. Poor guy. Crashing around like a drunk on St. Patty's day. But at least it wasn't a total loss. Once Brutus got his footing, he made his way to the coffee table. I put a cushion under there before he came to live with me in hopes that he would claim it as a snuggle spot.

TA-DA! He hasn't moved from that spot yet. Trauma wears a twittums out. Don't worry, I took off the harness shortly after he moved to his new snuggle spot and ended the torture. I am praying that he forgives me quickly and doesn't try to exact revenge on me while I sleep.

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So tender

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After I threw Brutus out of my bed for being a hooligan last night, I figured he would meow all night. Instead, he just piled some of his toys in front of my door as a peace offering.

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Okay. So Brutus has lived here for almost a week, right? And tonight, when the heat came on he leapt on the couch and darted to the nearest vent. After about 30 seconds there he ran to the one by my bedroom. He is currently sitting in the bathroom staring at the vent in there. I mean, I guess it's interesting and all, but this isn't the first time the heat's been on all week...crazy cat. And just think, this is only the beginning of crazy.

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Beached whale-cat.

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Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree...

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Good morning.

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Well, the day has finally arrived...Brutus has made his journey to my house and is officially my roomie! He is adjusting well and really curious about his new digs...I think he is going to like it here.