Maine Coon cats are one of the most popular breeds in the world. They are known for their friendly and loveable nature, placid at best, having been given the nickname ‘gentle giants’. They aren’t always angels though. They can be seen being used as therapy cats that help people with disabilities or those who suffer from depression. However, their size […]
Maine Coons are known as big cats and people want to know how big they might get when you compare them to house members. Whether that’s a child, a female or an average sized man, then Maine Coon will likely grow larger in relation to the people around them. They are larger than the average cat, even from birth, but […]
The Maine Coon is unique in many ways but it does have a competitor in the looks department. In fact, they are often mistaken for each other – that’s how similar they are. So, how do you tell the difference between a Maine Coon and a Norwegian Forest cat? From a side profile of the face, the Maine Coon has […]
If you’ve heard the term ‘Maine Coon’ and are wondering what it is, then read on, because we are about to discuss what a Maine Coon is, and just as crucially what it isn’t. So, what is a Maine Coon? A Maine Coon is a specific breed of cat that has been recognized by cat associations for the last few […]
When listing the distinguishing features of a Maine Coon, along with ears and size, people often bring up the very distinctive tail. Alita, my own Maine Coon has a long tail, all bright and fluffy, and it seriously has a mind of its own it seems. With a cat, there’s the widely held belief that a wagging tail is a […]
Maine Coons are a Maine native breed and have been around for centuries. They come in all colors, shapes, sizes, and temperaments. Maine Coons can be very interactive with humans or they may prefer to spend most of their time hunting outside. If you are an owner of a Maine Coon, or plan to be, it can be worth thinking […]
It’d be the ultimate irony, wouldn’t it? The Maine Coon might have actually got its name from the State with which made it famous. Or is it the other way around? Were Maine Coons about before the States were named, and it was named from it’s most famous resident. So, are Maine Coon cats from Maine? Once you disregard the […]
I went to stroke my Maine Coon the other day and she dipped her head as a precaution. I’d never really noticed it before but since I’ve been looking recently, Alita, my Maine Coon does tend towards being cautious. To be clear, she is treated very well, fed when she likes to be, gets played with quite a lot, and […]
Maine Coon cats are large cats with a lot of personality. They have a lot of energy and need plenty of space to run around and get exercise. Maine Coons are also very intelligent, so they will need mental stimulation to keep them happy. They’re popular cats and constantly come in the top listings as favorite cat breeds, but they […]
My Maine Coon has been feeling ill of late and I’d decided to try a little diet change to see if that might prompt her to eat something. All cats are meant to love fish, so I thought about feeding her some salmon. Only a little bit, but I did wonder if it was OK or acceptable to feed a […]
My name in Ann, I am a Thai citizen hoping to tell the world about the Maine Coon. It’s my favorite breed of cat and I have learnt a lot of things about them. Please look around my site and let me know what you think. This is Alita, my Maine Coon and you can find out more on the About Me page.
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