What age do Maine Coons come into season?

That is when they generally get to the puberty stage. Maturity is a slow process for them. This is why spraying can also commence for a male Maine coon cat at about 8 to 10 months old. From the range of 4 to 6 months of age, female kittens, that weigh 5.5 pounds tend to go into heat period.

When should a female Maine Coon be spayed?

With a Maine Coon, neutering is best done when the cat is anywhere between four and six months old. You cannot neuter a cat before it reaches at least four months of age, because it will be too small to undergo anesthesia.

How long do female Maine Coons get?

The female can stand at about 8-14 inches tall and be the same length as the male (these averages vary greatly). At the larger end of the spectrum a coon cat can easily measure 45 inches plus long and 30 lbs. The most recent records for the biggest cat is for Stewie the Maine Coon (48 inches long and 33 lbs)!

Should I bathe my Maine Coon?

Thou Shalt Bathe your Maine Coon Cat. Your cat will need to be bathed at least once a month to help control the shedding and to keep his coat clean. With a Maine Coon cat’s dense fur, dander is inevitable in the house. Gently settle your cat into the few inches of water and use a hand shower to wet his coat.

Do Maine coons fart a lot?

Maine Coons will pass wind occasionally which is mostly down to either the diet or gulping down air while eating. The Maine Coon’s gastrointestinal system digests food, which if excess gas is produced will result in flatulence. A low fiber diet, exercise and portion control helps reduce your cat passing wind.

Are Maine Coons the smartest cats?

Maine coons are also highly intelligent pets, and they can be trained to perform simple tricks on command. They like to play fetch, making them ideal for the more active pet owner.

Do all male Maine Coons get big?

Most breeds reach their full physical maturation at about 2 years of age. The coon cat can grow until they are about 4 years old! The male Maine Coon is larger than the female usually. The size of a full grown male Coon cat is typically 15-25 pounds, while the female averages between 10-5 pounds.

Is there a male or female black Maine Coon?

If only one black Maine Coon is available for breeding, it should be the female. They are likely to produce black, male Maine Coons. This presents a bit of a problem for breeders, though. Since the male black Maine Coons are more likely to come from the litter, there are more male Maine Coons available and fewer females!

When do Maine Coons ears start to grow?

A Maine Coon’s ears actually have two rather distinctive characteristics which are often confused: pointed ear tufts (also known as lynx tips), and ear furnishings. A Maine Coon kitten’s ears usually begin to develop pointed lynx tips at two weeks of age though some Maine Coons don’t develop these tufts until they are two years old.

What kind of color does a Maine Coon cat have?

Maine Coon cats also appear in a color called Black Smoke. This very deliberately-bred coloring is multi-layered within the cat’s long fur. The tips of their fur will be a standard black color, which will fade into a lighter color and have very light or white roots.

How tall does a Maine Coon tail get?

Some cats have very noticeable tips whilst on others, these are much more subtle. My Maine Coons have about a half-inch tall lynx tips that are quite narrow whereas on some cats they are at least an inch tall and almost that wide. Again the size depends on genetics.

Are Maine Coons good pets?

Maine coon’s are very good pets. They are very affectionate cats and they tend to be most interactive with their immediate family. So you may find this breed a good substitute for a dog.

How large do male Maine Coons get?

The male Maine Coon can grow up to 25 pounds in weight and 16 inches tall . Its actual length (snout to tail) can be up to 40 inches. The female Maine Coon is slimmer than the male as you may expect. She grows up to 18 lbs in weight. However, the actual length is very similar to the male.

What is the Maine Coon personality?

• Intelligence. Many owners say that their Maine Coons are the smartest cats they’ve owned.
• Curiosity. The playful and intelligent Maine Coon personality also has them always investigating and getting involved with whatever the owner is doing.
• Loyalty.
• Maine Coon Breed and Personality.
• the Most Dog-like of Cats.

  What is the biggest Maine Coon?

  According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest cat in the world currently is Barivel, a Maine Coon from Italy. At 3 ft 11.2 in (120cm), his owner says Barivel always shocks people because of his large size.