Origin
Maine Coon is a cat native to the United States, appeared in the 19th century and probably a cross between angora cats imported by English settlers and wild cats from the northern United States.
The arrival of the Persian marked the decline of this breed until it regained its nobility in 1950. It was not recognized as a breed until 1968.
Character
Described as a cat-dog, the Maine Coon is very close to its owner and despite its large size, it is a peaceful and very sweet cat that will prefer flight to aggression, which makes it an ideal breed for children. It remains a very large hunter who knows how to be autonomous in all circumstances.
Lifestyle
He can live both in a house and in an apartment, provided he has been used to it from an early age. Be careful if your Maine Coon leaves because it has a very wide hunting perimeter. It is a sociable chat with everyone, including strangers.
Physical Characteristics
The Maine Coon is the largest domestic cat with a heavy skeleton and powerful musculature. It is distinguished from other breeds by a square muzzle and a well marked stop and a tufted ear tip. It has a mid-length hair that must be maintained regularly.
Weight: 4 to 8 kg for the female, 7 to 12 kg for the male.