Fast and furr-iest: Miata ready to put his ohana first
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Do you like living your life a quarter mile at a time? If so, we have the purr-fect front seat passenger for you.
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For Wags 'n Whiskers Wednesday, KHON2 features Miata, a nine-pound, five-month-old Domestic Shorthair mix.
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According to the Hawaiian Humane Society, Miata has 'Dom Toretto' energy and is described as a 'sleep feline with the agility of a drift king.'
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With a coat as smooth as a fresh paint job and eyes sharper than a nitrous-fueled turn, Miata's built for speed, snuggles and loyalty to his crew.
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HHS added that he's a 'ride-or-die' kind of cat who is always ready to race to the food bowl or snuggle on your lap.
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Miata will always put family first and loves to live the fast life.
'In his world, it's not just about the destination, it's about who's riding shotgun.'
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If you're ready to get in the fast lane, you can meet Miata at the Hawaiian Humane Society's Kosasa Family Campus at Ho'opili daily.
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