Polydactyl cats, also known as Hemingway cats, got their name from the Greek origin word, polydactyly which means many or extra toes. Unlike humans, dogs or any other species, where this trait does not occur that often, among felines is pretty standard and affects the cats predominantly from the US, Wales, and England. An average cat usually has 18 toes, […]
If you look around the internet around the subject of Maine Coon’s you will often find talk of the Maine Coon’s need for a high protein diet. Not being a nutritional scientist, I decided to do some research and find out what the issues were. Diet is important to a cat, especially a kitten. A Maine Coon will grow quite […]
Maine Coons are a curious feline. Sometimes they are the most relaxed and affable pets you could wish for. As a paradox though, they are also considered one of the best mousing breeds out there. So when it comes to biting, what is going on? Is it a common problem with Maine Coons and when does play turn into aggression? […]
Even for non cat lovers, show them a picture of a Maine Coon and one of the striking features for the breed is the lovely sleek luxurious coat. The breed seems to be defined by this feature. Are there many around with shorter though? So, can Maine Coons have short hair? In all likelihood, no, not really. Maine Coons are […]
Many people get a cat as a companion, and part of that contract is the cat must be ‘human orientated’. There are many breeds that are known to not like being picked up. But what about the Maine Coon is you want a cuddly cat? So, do Maine Coons like to be held or cuddled? Some Maine Coons like to […]
Right from the start of your Maine Coon ownership journey, it should be acknowledged that this breed is a magnificent looking animal. It has an easy majestic quality to it. So what does it take to keep them in a royal condition? So how do you keep your Maine Coon looking amazing? It’s about setting up a regular routine of […]
Every species and breed in the cat world has strengths and weaknesses. They have individual things they are susceptible to. The Maine Coon is no different. There are a few things that you should be aware of when owning a Maine Coon, healthwise that is. So what are the typical Maine Coon health issues? There are 4 that whilst not […]
If your Maine Coon has started scratching furniture, or even people which is unlikely, the question of declawing them may cross your mind. However, what are the pros and cons of that decision. Are you doing irreparable damage or helping them? Let’s find out Are you considering declawing Your Maine Coon? Declawing is officially known as an “onychectomy”, and involves […]
Training your cat can be a lengthy and challenging job. Mainy might argue it’s a pointless, unthankful and painstaking endeavour. Felines in the wild have no requirement to react to a call or a name being yelled, so this is something that requires them to be taught, instead of being a natural feline impulse. Training a cat to come when […]
If you own cats and dogs, I am sure most people will have come across this question. After all, it looks the same, .. nearly. But is it a good idea? Would you be doing damage to your cat by feeding them dog food? Can your Maine Coon eat dog food? Dog food does not poison your Maine Coon, it […]
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.
