Maine Coon Cats
Maine
coons
are
often
called
“gentle
giants.”
They
are
larger
than
most
cat
breeds.
They
are
kind
and
gentle.
Maine
coons
make
great
family
pets.
Maine
coons
have
thick,
beautiful
fur.
Their
fur
keeps
them
warm
in
cold
weather.
Maine
coons
come
in
many
different
colors.
It
takes
four
to
five
years
for
a
Maine
coon
to
become
fully
grown.
Maine
coons
should
be
brushed
once
a
week.
This
keeps
their
fur
from
becoming
tangled.
They
need
scratching
posts,
too.
The
posts
keep
their
claws
sharp.
Maine
coons
also
need
litter
boxes.
Maine
coons
are
energetic.
They
like
to
play
fetch
and
catch
mice.
Maine
coons
like
the
water.
They
are
good
swimmers.
They
get
along
with
everyone,
including
dogs.
Maine
coon
cats
come
from
New
England.
The
Maine
coon
is
the
official
cat
breed
of
Maine.
These
cats
have
been
around
since
at
least
the
1800s.
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Maine Coon Cat Classification: Mammal
Average Life Span: 12 years
Origin: Maine and New England -
Average Weight A Maine coon cat is lighter than a bowling ball. -
Average Height A Maine coon cat is slightly taller than a basketball.
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