Maine Coonsare so beloved that they even have their own society: theMaine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association.
Learn about Maine Coons cats, the gentle giants of the feline world.
Males can get even larger, with some tipping the scales at 25 pounds.
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This makes them thelargest domesticated cat breedin the world.
But it’s not just their weight that makes them impressive.
These felines actually hold quite a few records.
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But the truth is that Maine Coons can come in a whole variety of colors.
Want to see another one of their lovely physical traits?
Just look into theireyes.
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Maine Coons will also typically have green, gold, or copper-colored eyes.
While the social creature does meow like other kitties, they also make chirping noises when chatting with you.
You might also hear them trill, which is a combination of meowing and purring.
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It’s just another characteristic that makes the Maine Coon a great furry friend.
But just where did the breed originally come from?
There are a few legends about the origin of the Maine Coon.
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(Contrary to popular belief, they are not related to the raccoon.)
One story starts in France.
While she never made it, they landed in Maine and helped start the breed.
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Another more plausible story credits the breed’s origins to Vikings who landed in New England in the 1700s.
It’s thought that short-haired domestic cats bred with their long-haired cats to kick off the breed.
Maine Coons are also considered extremely intelligent and can be trained to perform various tricks.
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These gentle giants can also learn how to play fetch with toys and even love water!
Extremely loyal, they love to be around their owners, though they can keep themselves occupied when needed.
Maine Coons also make great pets for families with children.
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you might walk a Maine Coon
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Yes,you might walk a cat.
This includesLotus,a big blond feline based in Sweden who has over 300,000 followers.
