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Maine Coon Cats
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History
The Maine Coon cat originated in North America in the state of Maine which is where the name comes from. The Maine Coon is also the official state cat for Maine and many old wives tales exist about the Maine Coon’s beginnings. One such ludicrous story is that feral domestic cats mated with racoons which is biologically impossible. This story along with the Maine Coon’s bushy raccoon-like tail and tabby coat led to the name of Maine Coon being settled on.
The most logical story is that the breed originated from matings between shorthaired domestic cats and imported longhaired cats - either across the Atlantic or from other US states.
The Maine Coon has appeared in literature as far back as 1861 with a black and white cat named 'Captain Jenks of the Horse Marines'. Maine Coons have been historically popular at cat shows in America. At an 1895 cat show at Madison Square Garden a female, brown tabby Maine Coon won best in show.
Behaviour
Maine Coons are independent and spirited cats. They are quite happy in their own company and tend not to pester their owners for attention. Instead they prefer to enjoy their owners company from a distance and will happily curl up on the sofa next to you whilst you watch tv.
Varieties
Maine Coons come in a wide variety of colours but are always long haired.
Breed Details
- Status: Common
- Place of Origin: USA
- Rough date of Origin: 1800s
- Hair length: Longhair
- Activity Level: Medium
- Vocalness: Low
- Child friendly: Good with children
- Intelligence:
- Playfullness: Moderate
- Grooming Requirements: More than once per week
- Weight: 4.0 - 7.5kg
- Size: Large
- House Cat or Outdoor Cat: House Cat
- Pet Compatibility:
- Social Needs:
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Latest Reviews For Maine Coon (5 of 10)
Amazing CatDogs! - Debby,
I am owned by Henry, my 16 pound Maine Coon. Recently, in Missouri', we experienced some bad weather and a tornado touched down. We think it's path was above this trailer I live in. I was on the floor in my bathroom with my cats, when a silence came about, all cats except for my Henry, bailed under my sleigh bed. Henry and I heard a roar, he moved in close to my side and I wrapped my arms around him to keep him by me. The tornado touched down about 4 miles up the highway. Henry had no intentions of leaving my side, because when I took my arms from around him, he stayed close to me, leaned his head back and said, 'Moent'. He meows so funny and was quite talkative to me right after the storm. He was telling me all about it. I would say, 'I know, Henry.', then he would proceed to tell me again. He was my guard kitty that scary night. My town rebuilds quickly, life goes on and Henry remains the handsomest and loving of all of my cats. Henry will be 2 years old this April 15, 2025.
Love - Lisa,
I have 2 mainecoons 1 male 1 female. Brother and sister. They are the best. They are more like a dog than a cat. They greet me at the door everything I come home. They follow me around the house. They chirp and talk a lot. My husband even loves them. He gives them more attention when he gets home than he does me. Wouldn't take any amount of money for them.
The best breed - Jenn,
I absolutely adore Maine Coons and have found them to be very affectionate, friendly, playful, and vocal. They definitely underestimate their own size and try to be lap cats
Wonderful breed! Very healthy from quality breeders! - Debbie,
Amazing devoted breed. Very dog -like.
- Robyn,
The most intelligent, gentle, healing soul. Loyal, protective, affectionate. So beautiful.