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15 Huge and Incredible Facts About MAINE COONS!

Published: by Viktoria Bryzh · This post may contain affiliate links

The first thing you'll notice about this cat is their size- in fact, they are really big.

Aside from being the world's longest cat in the world, there's more to them that you probably didn't know.

You'll be amazed by these 15 hugs and incredible facts about Main Coons!

#1 MASSIVE CATS EVER!

girl holding up a huge Maine Coon cat
There’s a reason why some people have mistaken pet Maine Coons for bobcats —they’re huge. Maine Coons tip the scales at anywhere from 9 to 16 pounds (female) and 13 to 18 pounds (male).

#2 They get used to being №1 everywhere!

yawning Maine Coon Cat in the garden
THEY WON AMERICA'S FIRST POPULAR JURIED CAT EXHIBIT.

#3 These cats are so dominative! Maine Coon Cat sitting on the back of a girl #4 It may be difficult to get them with you on a trip ? Maine Coon Cat lying inside the suit case #5 Maine Coons are very self-confident and posh. Maine Coon Cat lying down on the pavement #6 THEY STARRED IN THE HARRY POTTER MOVIES. Maine Coon Cat with a man in the Harry Potter movie #7 There were cloned commercially.

two Maine Coon Cats on the floor in front of donuts
In 2004, Little Nicky became the first pet animal to be cloned commercially.

#8 They adore yoga! Maine Coon Cat sitting on the floor raising its leg #9

Maine Coon Cat wearing a red shirt with polka dots sitting on the floor
Corduroy - the feline who has the World Record for world's oldest living cat - is only half-Maine Coon. However, he lived for 26 years!

#10 They will always listen to your commands as they have so big ears! Maine Coon Cat lying inside a play tunnel #11 They adore water

Maine Coon Cat in the bathroom sink
Maybe it's due to their dense, moisture-repellent coats, but for some reason, they love water. While other cats will steer clear of a full bathtub, a Maine Coon will likely jump into it.

#12 They can have 6 toes! ? Maine Coon Cat sitting on the floor with its tongue out and its one leg raised #13 Maine Coons are perfect hunters!

Maine Coon Cat resting on top of its bed
Though Maine Coon cats don’t have the need to hunt anymore, they still have that natural curiosity and flair for catching “prey.” It is important for Maine Coons to be able to practice this skill with toys or to play catch with their owners. They are very playful and will likely get into all sorts of silly antics.

#14 They have a “working” mouth!

blurred photo of a smiling Maine Coon Cat
They can be heard doing different kinds of vocalizations like trilling and chirping.

#15 Maine Coon – a cat or a dog?

Maine Coon Cat resting on top of table with its duck toy
Maine Coon cats are said to be the “dogs of the cat world” not just because of their size but due to their personalities. They are known to be very loyal to their owners and can be a bit wary of visitors. They are also very playful and love to clown around and be silly.
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