With all of that long, thick fur, you may have questions regarding what is required from you in terms of grooming the Maine Coon Cat. The answer to this question largely depends on whether or not you show your Maine Coon. If you do not show your Maine Coon, the great news is that very […]
You love your Maine Coon Cat, and you do everything to keep him healthy. Sometimes, despite your best efforts, your Maine Coon may become ill. All cats, however, work hard to hide pain and illness. In their ‘natural’ habitat, illness and pain are signs of weakness that could cost them their lives. So, because your […]
While inbreeding does usually pass or create genetic problems, genetic problems can occur within Maine Coon cats regardless of whether or not inbreeding has taken place. Here are some problems that are specific to Maine Coon cats. Hip Dysplasia a problem that most breeders are trying to breed out. They do this by having their […]
Once you have a Maine Coon Cat, and you start talking and socializing with other Maine Coon cat owners, you will find that you need to use a new vocabulary of words, in relation to the beloved cats. Here is a list of common terms and phrases associated with Maine Coons. Outcross – If a […]
In the pet world you will hear lots of people talking about training their pets. They might train their pets to do tricks, to use a litter box, or to walk on a leash. But if you own a Maine Coon cat, you can bet that your cat is talking to other animals about training […]
Are you a dog lover who wants to own a cat? If so, you may want to take a look at the extraordinary Maine Coon cat breed. This breed is extraordinary intelligent and has a personality that is not exactly cat like. If you think all cats act the same, you probably haven't seen a […]
Determining that you want a Maine Coon cat and knowing what to look for when selecting one is just half of the battle. You have to actually find one! Many people who are interested in owning a Maine Coon cat simply have no idea as to where to start looking for one. Cat shows are […]
If you are about to adopt a Maine Coon cat, you should know, right away, that this is no ordinary cat! The first indication will be the actual cost of the Maine Coon…but it will become even more evident shortly after you arrive home with your kitten. All kittens – of every breed – are […]
Maine Coon cats have been around for more than a century. In fact, the first reference to them is from the 17th century in the United States. In fact, a Maine Coon cat is mentioned in literature in 1861. The next known mention of the Maine Coon is 1895, when a Maine Coon won the […]