Information and personality traits of Maine coon cats

Information and personality traits of Maine coon cats

The mild-mannered Maine Coon has a thick, silky coat and is quite adaptable to any environment.

A quick look at Maine Coon

The only longhair breed said to be native to the United States is the Maine Coon cat.

Weigh Between:

Large: >12 lbs. male

Medium female: 8–12 lbs.

Eye Color:

Copper, green, gold, or odd-eyed eyes

Expectations:

Range of longevity: 9–13 years.

Needs for Social/Attention: High, Moderate Tendency to Shed: High

Coat:

Long in length

Straightforward traits

Colors: 

Bluecream, Golden, Tortoiseshell, Cream, Red, Blue, Black, Blue, Red, Cream, Brown, Silver,

Solid, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor/calico, tabby, smoke, and shaded-less patterns are available.

Overall:

Not allergic Needs for grooming: High

Cat Association's recognition of the club Acknowledgement:

CFA, ACFA, FIFe, TICA

Prevalence:

Frequently

The male Maine Coon is bigger than the female, and both are medium to large in size. The tail is also long, and the body is long and rectangular. These factors might make her appear considerably bigger than she actually is.

The Maine Coon is a powerful, powerfully boned cat. She began life as an outdoor cat before evolving into a working breed that kept rats out of homes and stables. The ears are tall and the head is big. The large eyes have a slight dip in the profile. The legs are big, and the chest is wide.

The coat of the Maine Coon is thick but smooth. An unusual aspect is that the coat is shaggy and hangs longer on the stomach and behind the legs (britches) but is shorter over the shoulders.

Personality:

The Maine Coon cat is calm and friendly despite her size and past. She adores her parents and is able to adjust to any situation as long as there is space for her to work out. She can be pretty noisy when she rushes, but her gentle, soft voice reassures you that this lion is actually a lamb.

Dwelling With:

Dietary intake for the Maine Coon should be strictly regulated. If not closely watched, this breed has a propensity to grow mushy or overweight.

The Maine Coon needs to exercise enough. She requires enough space to go about and there should be cat trees and perches accessible. She adores participatory games and will play with every member of the family. She can accidentally knock things over because she is a bigger, heavier cat.

The coat of the Maine Coon requires regular maintenance. She should be combed to make her coat smooth and groomed to make sure her fur doesn't tangle. If she is taught that grooming is enjoyable from a young age, it is typically simple for her to perform.

History:

Considered to be the only longhair breed indigenous to the United States is the Maine Coon cat. This breed was most likely brought to New England by sailors. The cats they brought on board most likely went ashore either permanently or just briefly, interbred with the local felines, and eventually developed into a distinct breed of their own.

When a tabby Maine Coon named Leo won the finest cat prize in New York in 1895, the Maine Coon cat's show career really got underway. Leo continued to triumph in the Boston cat exhibitions until 1900, when his own son beat him.

Following this, the Persian cat became everyone's favorite, pushing the Maine Coon cat into second place. The Maine Coon is once again known as "America's Cat" after this ranking changed recently.

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