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Maine Coon Cats
Breed Rating (10 Reviews)
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History
The Maine Coon is a breed from Maine, not surprisingly. It is the official State Cat for Maine (did you know such a thing existed?), and there are various legends about its beginnings. One of the sillier stories says that feral cats mated with racoons... not a biological possibility, of course. The story was no doubt inspired by the breed's bushy raccoon-like tail and tabby coat, and that is where the 'Coon' part of the name comes from.
In reality, it is likely that the breed originated when shorthaired domestic cats mated with longhaired cats brought in from other States, or perhaps from Europe. This probably happened in the mid-19th century.
Maine Coons have always been popular at cat shows in the US. The breed's first champion took the stage in 1895, when a cat show at Madison Square Garden was won by a female, brown tabby Maine Coon called Cosie, who won best in show.
Behaviour
Maine Coons are independent and lively cats. They enjoy their own company, and are not the type of breed that pesters its owner for attention. They reman a bit aloof, but are still happy to curl up on the sofa next to you. They are in their element outdoors.
Varieties
Maine Coons come in a wide variety of colors 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.