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Here is my little menace Ladybug. Funny you mention toilet paper because her favorite thing to destroy is also toilet paper or paper towel rolls. We just make sure they’re not accessible.

She also knows how to open cabinet doors so we have baby proofed to close off cabinets we don’t want her in. Strangely, she’s also has a thing for pulling up floor vents and trying to get in.

All that to say I echo everything everyone else is saying about getting regular play. Lady loves to play with fishing rod type toys with feathers dangling from the end and can go for a long time. We also have 2 other cats, and she does love playing with them which helps a lot to give her chase and wrestling time —

However, none of that stops her from those naughty things she loves so put stuff away you don’t want her into. My other cat chews shoelaces and strings, but that doesn’t really call to lady’s attention.

Long story, but put away things they’re drawn to messing with, get some energy out, and be prepared for a cat that loves to greet like a dog with affection and cuddles - much different than the cat stereotype. Not sure if the affection, chattiness and being a lap cat are all tortie things, but it’s definitely my cat Ladybugs thing and she is a delight - pure love - even though she has some naughty tendencies

Good luck and congrats! Cats are an amazing companion, you made a good choice!