what am i

I'm  as hairy as a  bear, but I’m not  one.

I can  be as  small as a  baby lion or as  big as a fully grown one.

My coat is so soft and as heavy as a 

wet towel.

I love to play with my owners.

I live for 10 to 12 years.

What am I?

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