Maine Coon Cats

  A common misconception about the Maine Coon Cat is that it originated from matings between domestic cats and raccoons which is not possible but makes for wild tales around the camp fire.

Next to the Siamese cat, the Maine Coon Cat is the most popular breed of cat there is These cats were the only cat breed native to the United States, but now there are Maine Coon Cat in every corner of the world Harsh winters in the Northeastern part of the US caused this cat to evolve as a breed that can withstand the cold
There is a myth about the origins of the Maine Coon Cat It’s bushy tail has led people to believe that it was originally the result of a cat mated with a raccoon The Maine Coon Cat’s coloring also adds to the myth That’s how it got the name Maine Coon first, then Maine Coon Cat afterwardsAmateur historians have their own myth about the Maine Coon Cat They say the cat originated from pets that Marie Antoinette sent to the US That story says a Captain Clough rescued her long-haired cats and was preparing to rescue her from the guillotine as well, but was only able to save the cats

Real historians have their own theory They say Maine Coon Cats are likely a cross breed between short-haired cats here and long-haired cats from overseas that were brought here by the Vikings or New England seamenWhatever the origin of the Maine Coon Cat, it is one of the most loved breeds in the US and beyond Why else would there be so many legends behind this breed? People love their Maine Coon Cats and help add to their mystique through speculating on their originsThe breed almost disappeared in the early 1900’s after being very popular in the 1800’s In the first part of the 20th century Persian, Angora, and Siamese Cats, along with other exotic imported cats became all the rage and the Maine Coon Cat was only popular among a few breeders

You will recognize a Maine Coon Cat when you see one, but especially if you get the chance to pet one Their coat of hair is water-resistant and thick and has a feel like no other cat’s coat The Maine Coon Cat is built for survival in harsh climates It’s hair is longer on the undersides while shorter on the top of the neck and back to keep them from getting tangled in bushes

Maine Coon Cats tend to be long, broad and muscular with larger bones than other cats Their large round paws enable them to walk on snow similar to a human with snowshoes The Maine Coon Cat’s tail is as long as his or her body and bushy To keep warm they wrap their tail completely around themselves like a fur coat

These huge cats are very loyal to the family that adopts them and they have a personality that belies their great size They are good-natured and fun-loving pets that are good around children The voice of the Maine Coon Cat is something you will have to get used to It’s a high-pitched squeak that doesn’t seem to fit such a large catMaine coon cats are an American classic, a contribution to our history and culture that only Maine could provide This hardy, handsome breed of domestic cat was established at least 150 years ago, and its unique characteristics developed as it adapted to Maine's own unique characteristics And as America has become a nation of animal lovers, the Maine coon has only become more appreciatedMaine coons are one of the oldest natural breeds in North America and are regarded as a native of Maine "Around the origins of the Maine Coon cat swirls a fog of legend and conjecture as obscuring to reality as the fogs of its homeland," says Marilis Hornidge in That Yankee Cat--the Maine Coon Of the many legendary tales of the Coon cat's beginnings, the one most completely discredited is the best known, the mating of the raccoon and the domestic house cat

Most Maine coon breeders believe that the breed originated from matings between pre-existing shorthaired domestic cats and longhaired types brought to America from overseas by New England seamen or by Vikings We know from history that the old sailing ships kept cats for rodent control, and Maine was a commerce area, so it is not difficult to imagine how this could happenMaine coons are tall, muscular, big-boned cats, with a long, rectangular body and deep chest Males commonly reach 13 to 18 pounds; females, normally about nine to 12; they may continue to grow until three to five years of age They have long muzzles and long teeth All of these traits would have given them an advantage against competitors as well as predators

With their heavy coats, are well suited to the harsh New England winters Adults have a three-layer coat; in winter, their undercoats thicken They have long guard hairs to keep off the snow and repel water, and a long, bushy tail to wrap around themselves for warmth Maine coons have large, furry feet (all the better for walking on snow); furry, tufted ears that stay warm against the cold; and extremely long whiskers, which help them stay clear of brush that may entangle their long fur

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