ARE MAINE COONS GOOD WITH CHILDREN? YEP! TAKE A LOOK...
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ABOUT MAINE COON'S;
Maine coons are large, intelligent, affectionate pets who love their people
The size of a typical Maine coon comes in at 10-16 inches tall and up to an impressive 40 inches in length. These sturdily built felines usually weigh 8-18 pounds and have muscular bodies with wide chests and solid legs.
The Maine Coon's coat is waterproof and keeps itself in good condition, although occasional brushing will prevent matting.
Life span: 13 or 14 is considered to be typical for this hardy breed.
Personality and Temperament: Maine Coons are known for being friendly, affectionate and goofy – they're not only huge in size but also huge in personality. Much like a dog, the Maine Coon loves to be around its family and sometimes acts like a pack animal. They are obedient and will come when called.Don't let their imposing size fool you-deep down, Maine coons are soft, gentle giants who love to spend time with their humans. They very much expect to be part of the family and aren't big on personal space or privacy. These cats are delighted at the thought of following you from room to room as you go about your day. Maine coons are incredibly intelligent, fun-loving, and will keep their kittenish playfulness well into old age. The Maine Coon Cat Club calls them the "clowns of the cat world." They're not an aggressive breed, and will tolerate being picked up, held, and cuddled. These animals are friendly, kind, and patient with children.
Weight: The Maine Coon was considered the largest breed of domestic cat until the introduction of the Savannah cat in the mid 1980s, and is still the largest non-hybrid breed. On average, males weigh from 13 to 18 lb (5.9 to 8.2 kg), with females weighing from 8 to 12 lb (3.6 to 5.4 kg).
LIVING NEEDS: The Maine coon's first and foremost need is an affectionate, loving family with the time to play and willingness to include this cat in all aspects of day-to-day life. These patient pets are good with kids, dogs, and other cats .Maine coons can be left alone for periods of time, but they won't be happy about it. Regularly being left alone can make these cats sad and anxious, so they're best matched with a family that often has at least one or two people home during the day for some company.
Most Maine coons love to play in water. This is great news for bath time, but it also means they'll follow you into the shower or try to interfere while you do the dishes.
These big cats are surprisingly quiet-they do love to communicate and vocalize to their humans, but their soft voice may take you by surprise.
Maine coons are amazing family pets. Those with the time, patience, and attention to give to a member of this cat breed will be hard-pressed to find a more loving, adoring feline friend.
Care: "Maine coons have a heavy, shaggy coat which requires maintenance brushing to ensure it doesn't get tangled or matted."
Your Maine coon will need regular, dedicated grooming and will require anywhere from weekly to monthly bathing. Their long coats are usually silky smooth, but when they start to look greasy or stringy, it's time for a bath. They also require weekly brushing to keep their long hair and undercoat from getting tangled and matted. These cats do shed quite a bit, and regular brushing will also help get rid of loose hairs. Don't worry-the Maine coon loves any sort of attention it can get, so grooming is usually a pleasant task.
Maine coons don't have any special exercise needs-they'll keep the same activity schedule of most cats, with long hours of sleep and playful bouts of jumping and running through the house. Cat toys and cat trees can help them work out some of that energy.
These super-intelligent cats are easily trainable. Some owners have described the Maine coon as "dog-like" for their ability to be trained-they can learn to walk on a leash outdoors or even play a round of fetch. They take quickly to basic housetraining and litter box use, but keep in mind these large cats will require a large litter box to help them comfortably do their business.
Maine coons should be socialized early on. If you're bringing home a Maine coon kitten as a family pet, be sure to let the various members of the household-small kids included-gently handle the kitten daily. They should also be introduced to other pets if possible. These early introductions will keep your cat from becoming shy and reserved.
Feed your Maine coon high-quality cat food and monitor their diet to prevent them from overeating. Check-in with your vet to learn how much and how often to feed your individual cat.
Fun Facts
Common nicknames: Gentle giants
TRAITS- EASY TO TRAIN,REQUIRE GROOMING,FRIENDLY & AFFECTIONATE TOWARD HUMANS,FRIENDLY TOWARD PETS,FRIENDLY TOWARD STRANGERS,STRONG LOYALTY TENDENCIES,TOLERATES BEING PICKED UP.
Maine coons are large, intelligent, affectionate pets who love their people
The size of a typical Maine coon comes in at 10-16 inches tall and up to an impressive 40 inches in length. These sturdily built felines usually weigh 8-18 pounds and have muscular bodies with wide chests and solid legs.
The Maine Coon's coat is waterproof and keeps itself in good condition, although occasional brushing will prevent matting.
Life span: 13 or 14 is considered to be typical for this hardy breed.
Personality and Temperament: Maine Coons are known for being friendly, affectionate and goofy – they're not only huge in size but also huge in personality. Much like a dog, the Maine Coon loves to be around its family and sometimes acts like a pack animal. They are obedient and will come when called.Don't let their imposing size fool you-deep down, Maine coons are soft, gentle giants who love to spend time with their humans. They very much expect to be part of the family and aren't big on personal space or privacy. These cats are delighted at the thought of following you from room to room as you go about your day. Maine coons are incredibly intelligent, fun-loving, and will keep their kittenish playfulness well into old age. The Maine Coon Cat Club calls them the "clowns of the cat world." They're not an aggressive breed, and will tolerate being picked up, held, and cuddled. These animals are friendly, kind, and patient with children.
Weight: The Maine Coon was considered the largest breed of domestic cat until the introduction of the Savannah cat in the mid 1980s, and is still the largest non-hybrid breed. On average, males weigh from 13 to 18 lb (5.9 to 8.2 kg), with females weighing from 8 to 12 lb (3.6 to 5.4 kg).
LIVING NEEDS: The Maine coon's first and foremost need is an affectionate, loving family with the time to play and willingness to include this cat in all aspects of day-to-day life. These patient pets are good with kids, dogs, and other cats .Maine coons can be left alone for periods of time, but they won't be happy about it. Regularly being left alone can make these cats sad and anxious, so they're best matched with a family that often has at least one or two people home during the day for some company.
Most Maine coons love to play in water. This is great news for bath time, but it also means they'll follow you into the shower or try to interfere while you do the dishes.
These big cats are surprisingly quiet-they do love to communicate and vocalize to their humans, but their soft voice may take you by surprise.
Maine coons are amazing family pets. Those with the time, patience, and attention to give to a member of this cat breed will be hard-pressed to find a more loving, adoring feline friend.
Care: "Maine coons have a heavy, shaggy coat which requires maintenance brushing to ensure it doesn't get tangled or matted."
Your Maine coon will need regular, dedicated grooming and will require anywhere from weekly to monthly bathing. Their long coats are usually silky smooth, but when they start to look greasy or stringy, it's time for a bath. They also require weekly brushing to keep their long hair and undercoat from getting tangled and matted. These cats do shed quite a bit, and regular brushing will also help get rid of loose hairs. Don't worry-the Maine coon loves any sort of attention it can get, so grooming is usually a pleasant task.
Maine coons don't have any special exercise needs-they'll keep the same activity schedule of most cats, with long hours of sleep and playful bouts of jumping and running through the house. Cat toys and cat trees can help them work out some of that energy.
These super-intelligent cats are easily trainable. Some owners have described the Maine coon as "dog-like" for their ability to be trained-they can learn to walk on a leash outdoors or even play a round of fetch. They take quickly to basic housetraining and litter box use, but keep in mind these large cats will require a large litter box to help them comfortably do their business.
Maine coons should be socialized early on. If you're bringing home a Maine coon kitten as a family pet, be sure to let the various members of the household-small kids included-gently handle the kitten daily. They should also be introduced to other pets if possible. These early introductions will keep your cat from becoming shy and reserved.
Feed your Maine coon high-quality cat food and monitor their diet to prevent them from overeating. Check-in with your vet to learn how much and how often to feed your individual cat.
Fun Facts
- The Maine coon is the only long-haired cat breed native to the U.S.
- No surprise here: the Maine coon is the official state cat of Maine.
- A female Maine coon named Pebbles played Mrs. Norris in the Harry Potter film series.
- A Texas woman had her Maine coon, Little Nicky, commercially cloned for a whopping $50,000.
- Given their size, it's no surprise that Maine coons have held records for the longest domestic cats for more than a decade. In 2018, a Maine coon in Italy was crowned as the world's largest domestic cat by the Guinness Book of World Records, unseating the previous record holder who was also a Maine coon. Current record-holder Barivel measures 3 feet, 11.2 inches, making him longer than a baseball bat! The longest cat on record with the Guinness Book of World Records is Stewie, a Maine coon that measured 48.5 inches long when recorded in 2010. Sadly, Stewie passed away in January 2013.
Common nicknames: Gentle giants
TRAITS- EASY TO TRAIN,REQUIRE GROOMING,FRIENDLY & AFFECTIONATE TOWARD HUMANS,FRIENDLY TOWARD PETS,FRIENDLY TOWARD STRANGERS,STRONG LOYALTY TENDENCIES,TOLERATES BEING PICKED UP.