All About Your Maine Coon Cat
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Maine Coon Cats
The Maine Coon is one of the most popular cats in the United States. The Maine Coon is a native American long haired cat with superb mousing skills. They have adapted to the harsh Maine climate by having "snow-shoe paws" that have lots of hair between their toes and a heavy coat. Maine Coons are known for their loving nature, kind disposition and intelligence. They are good with kids, dogs and other cats. We have a Maine Coon named Poke and his is very nice. He loves mice, mini-marshmellows and his sister Scoot.
Maine Coons on Wikipedia
The Maine Coon is a breed of domestic cat well known for its distinctive physical appearance. It is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America, specifically native to the state of Maine, where it is the official State Cat.
Although the Maine Coon's exact origins and date of introduction to the United States are unknown, many theories have been proposed. The breed was popular in cat shows in the late 1800s, but its existence became threatened when long-haired breeds from overseas were introduced in the early 20th century. The Maine Coon has since made a comeback and is now the second most popular cat breed in North America, according to the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA).
The Maine Coon is generally noted for its large bone structure, its rectangular body shape, and a long, flowing coat. The breed can be seen in a variety of colors and are known for their intelligence and gentle personalities. Health problems, such as feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and hip dysplasia, are seen in the breed, but testing is available to detect the genes responsible for causing these abnormalities.
Links about Maine Coon Cats
- Breed Profile: Maine Coon
- The Cat Fancier's Association, Inc.
- Only Natural Pet Store
- Only Natural Pet Store - healthy supplies for your dog or cat for holistic health care. Natural dog food, cat food, treats, chews, supplements, organic canine feline products, food, vitamins, medicine, herbs & herbal remedy, homeopathy, flea control, grooming.
- United Maine Coon Rescue League
- The United Maine Coon Cat Rescue League is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit, volunteer organization made up of breeders and fanciers of the Maine Coon Cat.
- Pet Care RX
- Online seller of name brand pet medications, treats, supplements, and grooming products.
Maine Coon Postage Stamps from Zazzle
Maine Coon Books
Maine Coon Cats (Complete Pet Owner's Manual)
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Maine Coons
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Guide to Owning a Maine Coon Cat
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Maine Coons on CafePress
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All about your Maine Coon Cat Guestbook
AlishaV wrote...
Maine Coons are one of my favorite cat breeds. One of my mix breeds looks quite a bit like one, but since her mama is a Siamese mix I know she's not.
Posted March 05, 2009
RuralRoute2 wrote...
You should have known my Duke - Maine Coon tom - 25 lbs. Big-Big Kitty.
http://www.squidoo.com/orphaned_kittens
5*s
LeAnn
Posted February 06, 2009
Soby wrote...
Cool lense! I'm pretty sure my cat is at least part main coon, she looks just like one and has a lot of the personality traits-definitely a great breed!!
Posted January 12, 2009
Oosquid wrote...
Oh yes, Maine Coons are awesome looking cats. Great lens thanks for making it. 5 stars.
Posted October 31, 2008
TheWhistler wrote...
I love cats, all cats, thanks for the lens. How about one on the Scottish Fold Cat?
Posted October 21, 2008
