About Maine Coons

There are many myths as to the origin of the Maine Coon. Some believed that a mating between a Racoon and a Domestic cat produced what we have today, in truth they are one of the oldest breeds of North America and generally thought to be native to the state of Maine, probably as a result of a mating between domestic and overseas longhairs.

Description

The important features of the Maine Coon are the head and body, the texture and shag of the coat. The head is slightly longer than it is wide with high cheekbones and ears that are large, wide at the base and moderately pointed. Lynx tips on the top of the ears and good ear furnishings are desirable. The body should be medium to long with a broad chest. The tail should be at least as long as the body tapering to the end.

Characteristics

As breeders we endeavor to preserve the natural rugged look of these cats, as each Maine Coon should look like it can still hold its own in the wild. Their coats show the harsh climate that they have come from. Its glossy with a rugged look to it, longer on the rough, stomach and britches and shorter on the back and neck. The coat falls smoothly and shouldn't be fluffy. The tail is what sets these cats apart, its bushy and long! Their ears are heavily furred and their feet have tufted feet which serves as snow shoes in their native land. The facial features are feral, long square muzzles and tall ears often with lynx tips. The males can weigh between 12 and 20 pounds and the females from around 8 to 13 pounds. Maine Coons do not reach maturity until about 4 years of age. Even their voices set them apart from other cats, as they chirp and trill for almost any reason. They are also very playful, even as adults they can't resist to join in the fun a games!

Temperament

Maine Coons love the company of people but at the same time they are not overly-dependant. They do tend to follow their owners around investigating everything that you do it detail! While not lap cats they like to be near you when you are relaxing. They make wonderful companions and will always be there for you.

Colours

Maine Coons come in a wide variety of colours, the most common being the native Brown Tabby. But they also come in Silver, Red, Blue, Creams as well as solid colours like Black, Blue & White. Patterns can be mackerel, tabby and classic. The females can be Tortoiseshell or Torbies.

All in all a wonderful cat to own and love, as you can be sure that your love will be returned.

Monty and Minnie with litter mates, Maharat Golden Dawn (Goldy) and Maharat Silver Moonrise (Silvy)

	About Maine Coons
	There are many myths as to the origin of the Maine Coon. Some believed that a mating between a Racoon and a Domestic cat produced what we have today, in truth they are one of the oldest breeds of North America and generally thought to be native to the state of Maine, probably as a result of a mating between domestic and overseas longhairs. Description The important features of the Maine Coon are the head and body, the texture and shag of the coat. The head is slightly longer than it is wide with high cheekbones and ears that are large, wide at the base and moderately pointed. Lynx tips on the top of the ears and good ear furnishings are desirable. The body should be medium to long with a broad chest. The tail should be at least as long as the body tapering to the end.
	Characteristics As breeders we endeavor to preserve the natural rugged look of these cats, as each Maine Coon should look like it can still hold its own in the wild. Their coats show the harsh climate that they have come from. Its glossy with a rugged look to it, longer on the rough, stomach and britches and shorter on the back and neck. The coat falls smoothly and shouldn't be fluffy. The tail is what sets these cats apart, its bushy and long! Their ears are heavily furred and their feet have tufted feet which serves as snow shoes in their native land. The facial features are feral, long square muzzles and tall ears often with lynx tips. The males can weigh between 12 and 20 pounds and the females from around 8 to 13 pounds. Maine Coons do not reach maturity until about 4 years of age. Even their voices set them apart from other cats, as they chirp and trill for almost any reason. They are also very playful, even as adults they can't resist to join in the fun a games! Temperament Maine Coons love the company of people but at the same time they are not overly-dependant. They do tend to follow their owners around investigating everything that you do it detail! While not lap cats they like to be near you when you are relaxing. They make wonderful companions and will always be there for you.
	Colours Maine Coons come in a wide variety of colours, the most common being the native Brown Tabby. But they also come in Silver, Red, Blue, Creams as well as solid colours like Black, Blue & White. Patterns can be mackerel, tabby and classic. The females can be Tortoiseshell or Torbies. All in all a wonderful cat to own and love, as you can be sure that your love will be returned.