Maine Coon Cat Breed — Photo is copyright Helmi Flick and Text is by Michael at PoC
The major points of note of the Maine Coon are set out on this page in way that allows a quick skim.
| KEY FACTS | ||
| Date of Origin | 1860s | |
| Place of Origin | United States | |
| Development | Long hair cats imported to USA when America was settled, followed by natural development before breeders developed the Maine Coon cat breed in the 20th century. See history. | |
| Ancestory | Farm Cats | |
| Other names | American Snughead, Maine Shag, American Longhair, American Forest Cat Longhair | |
| Weight | 9-22 lbs — See Largest Dometic Cat Breed | |
| Temperament | Gentle giant | |
| Popularity | 2nd to Siamese on this site’s long standing poll (Jan ’09) | |
| Voice | Quieter than expected and has a particular trill | |
| Colors | Too numerous to list here – please see CFA site! or Maine Coon Colors | |
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