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Maine Coons

Maine Coons are a very large breed of domestic cat with a gentle disposition and long, beautiful fur. Their gentle nature and size have earned them the nickname "gentle giant." Their origins are unknown although many theories and myths have been alleged to explain the origins of the breed over the years including a folk tale that alleges that a cat was bred with a raccoon and the Maine Coon breed was the result. Questions about the Maine Coon breed can be directed here.

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Do Maine coon cats hunt in packs?

No. Maine Coons, like other breeds of domestic cat, are solitary and hunt by themselves. By the way, pack is used to describe a group of wolves or dogs, not cats.

How wild is a Maine coon cat?

I have a Maine coon cat.She's black and has mood swings between when you mess with her,cuddle with her,or play with her.She's wild because we found her outside of my moms apartment.So if she's not wild then she really shows that she's wild.And she can climb and run very fast.That's how wild a Maine coon can be.

Are there any Maine coon kittens for sale in Florida?

Yes Maine coon cats are available in every pet shop of the world because they are the 2nd most popular cat in the world.There are maine coon`s available even in India.

Where can one go coon hunting?

One can go coon hunting in the majority of public hunting grounds in the US because of the abundance of raccoon in the area. Private land can also be purchased for this purpose.

How do you diterman your cats a main coon?

Maine Coons are unusually large cats, but unlike many breeds you cannot go by fur color pattern as they can have almost any pattern. Look for traits like:

  • extremely calm & relaxed
  • "trilled" meow
  • medium to long fur
  • fur between foot pads
  • a ruff
  • if you have several cats the Maine Coon is often "Topcat"

The absence of some of these does not mean the cat isn't a Maine Coon. For example mine does not "trill" his meow, but his brother who isn't a Maine Coon does.

What cats are non-allergenic?

Frozen cats................... the allergy to cats is actually a reaction to cat skin cells. So skinless or frozen would not cause a reaction. Otherwise, get a dog.

Maine Coon picture?

See the Related Link for pictures of Maine Coons.

How old do Maine coon cats live?

Maine coon cats can live from 10 to 16 years but some can go to 20 years!Thats amazing but if we are not talking about only Maine coons than the longest living cat was of 34!

What website can you find Maine coon kittens for sale?

Maine Coon cats are a long-coated tabby type cat that usually have green eyes, and are a popular breed. Kittens of this breed can be purchased at various websites such as Maine Coon Cattery, Pets4Homes, Maine Coon Cat Nation, and Adopt A Pet.

How much food should you feed a Maine coon cat?

I have a main coon and I keep her dish full all day. They like fresh food best so give them a little bit at a time and check the dish occasionally.

The only way to really tell how much food to feed is to measure out the food, and weigh your cat once a week. Using digital scales will do. If the cat's weight starts to increase or decrease, alter the amount of food you are giving accordingly. The easiest way to do this is to give the cat set meals as opposed to leaving a bowl out all day.

Do Maine coon cats shed?

Yes, they shed.

As with others animal, proper nutrition and grooming minimize problems. I have found, however, that my Maine Coons do not require the amount of brushing that other long hair breeds, such as Persians, require.

That being said, they are so sweet and lovable and full of personality that it is well worth having cat hair incorporated into the decor!!

I have a half maincoon and she sheds but her fur stays within her fur so you need to brush them everyonce and a while. About 2-3 times a week.

What are cures for cats itching themselves My cat Tobey keeps scratching his ear neck and around his tail. He is three years old and he is a Maine coon. Is there anything I can do to help him?

Many things can cause your catch to itch: * Dry air in the house either from hot weather; air conditioning or cold weather and keeping the house too warm. * Fleas * Some breeds of cats can get allergies to pollens, dust mites, etc. It is wise to take your cat to the vet to let the vet diagnose the problem. If it's fleas there are good flea products out there (not flea collars) and if it's a skin condition from allergies there are good medications for this.

What could cause a visibly healthy Maine Coon cat to suffocate from mucus in the throat within 5 minutes with no warning?

A visibly healthy cat can unfortunately have a lot of things going on inside that aren't healthy. An annual check-up can help detect a lot of issues that might not otherwise be detectable. I'm so sorry about your cat.

Will ammonia keep cats from deficating on outdoor furniture?

Vinegar will work. There are also some spray cans with a motion detector sold at pet stores that will scare the acts away from the furniture for good.

Where to buy a Maine coon?

I adopted mine at the Humane Society. They didn't identify him as a Maine Coon, but when I took him shopping with me at Pet Food stores many people asked if he was a Maine Coon. I looked it up, he seems to be. Never seen a cat so relaxed and calm.

How do you tell if your cat is a Maine coon?

Well Maine coon cats are very large and very fluffy. But when they are kittens it is hard to tell. but i can tell you that Maine coon cats are usually from a breeder and don't "run wild".

What did the French do in Maine in the 17th century?

They settled the island of St. Croix just off of present day Calais and Robbinston in 1604. The settlement failed miserably. The people ran out of food, and didn't know that the winter was extremely brutal. When an unusually cold and snowy winter arrived early in the fall months of 1604, the people cut and burned almost every tree on the island. They could no longer keep warm, and couldn't survive the approximately 500 yard voyage to the mainland because there wasn't enough ice to walk on (densely salted water), and there was enough ice that as the tide changed from low to high and the river flowed it would come op into the boats and either flip them or sink them, drowning anyone in the canoes. The French, who didn't have the knowledge of the area that the Wabanaki did, died during that Winter, some were killed by disease and many froze to death. Only a few made it through the Winter.

What are coons?

Coon is slang for "raccoon", or a derogatory term used for black people.