Is there such a thing as a Maine Coon mix?
There aren’t “more” mixed Maine Coon out there than, say, Persian-mixes. It’s just easier to think a cat has some Coon in him because Coons don’t look strikingly “different.” A long haired domestic house cat can more easily be mistaken for a Maine Coon mix.
How big does a Maine Coon cat get?
The Maine Coon is a very large cat. They can weigh up to 25 lbs not because they are overweight, but because their body mass is spread evenly throughout their body. Their tails can measure up to 16 inches in length.
What foods are bad for a Maine Coon cat?
Onions and garlic contain thiosulphate which can be toxic to Maine Coons. Cooking does not destroy the toxin. It is rare for cats to eat enough onion and garlic to cause real problems but exposure to concentrated forms of onion, garlic, onion soup mix, garlic powder, and some baby foods could put cats at risk.
Can a Maine Coon mix be a golden retriever?
For many, many generations now, this has been a fully recognized show cat, being bred to a standard by experienced breeders. A Maine Coon mix will happen sometimes, just as a Golden Retriever mix will happen sometimes. That’s why we have our sections on figuring if your cat is a Maine Coon mix, or if your rescue cat is a Maine Coon.
Where can I get a Maine Coon?
Buying your Maine Coon from a breeder is the most common way to get one. But you could also get your Maine Coon from a rescue organization like Maine Coon Adoptions or Maine Coon Rescue. Contact one of these organizations or a similar group about getting a Maine Coon.
How do you care for a Maine Coon kitten?
Brush your Maine Coon with a slicker brush or pin brush. Frequent brushing increases circulation in your pet’s skin and helps distribute natural oils. Feline dandruff and dry skin may increase if a Maine Coon is not grooming itself properly due to old age or weight problems. Brush daily and wipe your cat’s fur with a warm damp cloth.
What is a Maine Coon kitten?
Maine Coons are kittens in big cat suits, gentle giants who are playful well into old age, as well as jumbo-sized packages of loving devotion. Maine Coons can also be reserved around people with whom they’re not familiar, probably due to their jumbo-sized brains.
What is a coon cat?
coon cat, name for a breed of large domestic catscat, name applied broadly to the carnivorous mammals constituting the family Felidae , and specifically to the domestic cat, Felis catus. The great roaring cats, the lion, tiger, and leopard are anatomically very similar to one another and constitute the genus.
