You may be drawn to this breeds large size and striking looks to start out with but once you get to know a Maine Coon – its their personality that will have you hooked.
The Maine Coon has a completely social, charming and people-oriented personality.
They adore the company of adults, children and other animals.
They like to be a part of every activity – sorting the washing, making the bed, relaxing on the lounge, working on the computer, ‘helping’ you eat your dinner or even taking a shower cause Maine Coons love water!
They always make their presence known – you will never be lonely with a Maine Coon friend.
The Maine Coon cat has a shady history!
One myth is that the origins of the breed was that it came from matings between semi-wild domestic cat and raccoons – thus Maine Coons! Their bushy tail and brown tabby colouring has bolstered this belief. This is of course genetically impossible but it’s a good story.
Maine Coons have been known to be in cat shows across the USA as far back as 1860. They were very popular and won many awards. For a while Maine Coons slipped into obscurity but it renewed popularity again by the 1960’s. In the 1980’s Maine Coons were exported to Europe where they quickly gained recognition from the European associations.
The intelligence, affection, charm, independent, beauty and size make Maine Coons magnificent felines and truly one of a kind breed.
The Maine Coon is best suited for an owner who wants a lot of cat in every sense of the word.
