{"id":37514,"date":"2022-05-30T03:36:53","date_gmt":"2022-05-30T03:36:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/?p=37514"},"modified":"2022-06-09T06:31:33","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T06:31:33","slug":"cat-breed-highlight-maine-coon-facts-and-things-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/cat-breed-highlight-maine-coon-facts-and-things-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Cat Breed Highlight \u2013 Maine Coon facts and things to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Maine Coon is a large, affectionate and highly popular cat breed. It&#8217;s native to America, where it was named the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cfa.org\/maine-coon-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">official cat of the state of Maine<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They&#8217;re defined by their large size and are also intelligent to boot. Before you take in one of these gentle giants, here are some important things to know about them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breed characteristics<\/span><\/b><\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37137 aligncenter\" title=\"Main Coon Kitten\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Main-Coon-Kitten.jpg\" alt=\"Main Coon Kitten\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it comes to appearance, Maine Coons have two distinct features: their large size and their shaggy coat, which comes in different varieties of colors like ginger, white, brown, or a combination.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Their size makes them the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailypaws.com\/cats-kittens\/cat-breeds\/maine-coon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">largest domestic cat breed<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, some growing up to 40 inches long and 16 inches tall. This also makes them heavy, with some registering up to 18 pounds or possibly heavier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Their tails are also large and fluffy, which they use to wrap around themselves as protection from the cold. Their limbs are similarly developed with their build, suited for supporting their large size, even in snowy conditions.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In terms of behavior, Maine Coons are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cfa.org\/maine-coon-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">generally affectionate<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and gentle in human company. They\u2019re good to have around with children and other pets as well. Their kind personality makes them great as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mainecoonhawaii.com\/the-unique-maine-coon-personality\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">therapy cats<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> too, since they are also open to meeting strangers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breed history<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37138 aligncenter\" title=\"Maine Coon 2\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Maine-Coon-2.jpg\" alt=\"Maine Coon 2\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maine Coons are believed to have been <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfinder.com\/cat-breeds\/maine-coon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">brought to America<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> since the colonial period or perhaps longer. The exact origins, however, are unknown and even romanticized in legend. Some even claim that Maria Antoinette of France once raised these cats. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Myths aside, what is established is that these cats are the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cfa.org\/maine-coon-cat\/maine-coon-cat-article\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">first indigenous show cat<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in America, and have also won awards.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One instance of this was the National Cat Show, held in Madison Square Garden on May 8, 1895. This was where a Maine Coon named Cosey from New York won a silver medal and a silver collar bearing the cat\u2019s name.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This same collar is now among the trophies housed in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cfa.org\/cfa-foundation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cat Fancier\u2019s Association<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Feline Historical Museum. It\u2019s a facility with cat-related artworks, artifacts and a research library. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This cat breed was popular in the 20th century, but was thought to have gone extinct in the 1950\u2019s when other long-haired breeds were introduced.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thanks to the efforts of dedicated cat breeders, this rumor was proven false and the Maine Coon was eventually accepted for breed championship status at the Cat Fancier\u2019s Association in 1976.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is the Maine Coon the right breed for you?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37139 aligncenter\" title=\"Maine Coon 4\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Maine-Coon-4.jpg\" alt=\"Maine Coon 4\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Maine Coon may be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailypaws.com\/cats-kittens\/cat-breeds\/maine-coon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">gentle and affectionate<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, but like all pets, they need to be socialized as well for them to live amicably with people. Most of the time, these cats will tolerate being picked up and being around children. Thanks to their high intelligence, they\u2019re trainable and can get used to life at home quickly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maine Coons also prefer constant companionship. When left home alone, this breed can easily become sad or anxious. It\u2019s best to engage them with cat toys or simply let them stay by your side and watch what you\u2019re doing. These cats are fine with minimal exercise and can easily be satisfied with indoor games.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Caring for them will require regular grooming and bathing because of their long fur. Groom them weekly to minimize <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/hairballs-in-cats-and-dogs-why-it-happens-and-how-to-prevent-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hairball formation<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and bathe them to keep their coats clean and free of dirt and fleas.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Common health issues<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37140 aligncenter\" title=\"Maine Coon in basket\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Maine-Coon-in-basket.jpg\" alt=\"Maine Coon in basket\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As these are large-breed cats, Maine Coons may be prone to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prestigeanimalhospital.com\/services\/cats\/breeds\/maine-coon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">obesity, hip dysplasia and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Depending on your cat\u2019s eating habits, Maine Coons may gain weight easily. Observe when your cat likes to eat and how much food they consume. This way, you can ration their food and help manage their weight.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s also advisable to do regular pelvic x-rays on your cat to check for hip dysplasia. Though this normally happens in dogs, the possibility of hip bone deformities may also happen in large cats like these.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heart health is another issue for large cat breeds like the Maine Coon. One of them is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/departments-centers-and-institutes\/cornell-feline-health-center\/health-information\/feline-health-topics\/hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hypertrophic cardiomyopathy<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a genetic disease that can be passed down to cats\u2019 offspring. This disease targets the heart\u2019s muscles, causing them to be enlarged, which can lead to faster heartbeats and increased oxygen usage in the muscles to produce energy.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In some cases, HCM can also cause blood clots to form in the heart and prevent proper circulation of blood throughout the body. If your cat has signs of rapid breathing or lethargy, it\u2019s best to consult a veterinarian as soon as possible. There is no known cure for this disease, but treatments can be prescribed in order to manage your cat\u2019s health.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Diet and nutrition<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37141 aligncenter\" title=\"Ginger maine coon\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Ginger-maine-coon.jpg\" alt=\"Ginger maine coon\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cat food brands like Addiction Pet Foods are made with meat as the #1 ingredient and enriched with Taurine for a healthy heart, making it a great choice for cat breeds like the Maine Coon. One such product is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/shop\/salmon-bleu-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Salmon Bleu for Cats<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, made with sustainably-sourced New Zealand King Salmon, rich in Omega-3 fatty acids for a healthy skin and coat. 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