Maine Coon
Life expectancy
14 years
Height
Big
Weight
8.5 kg
Coat texture
medium length / undercoat / silky / dense / bushy tail / waterproof
Coat color
all colors
Common illnesses
Animal welfare relevant breeding for extreme breeding / hypertrophic cardiomyopathy / luxating patella / dental problems / feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) / polycystic kidney disease (PKD) / spinal muscular atrophy / joint dysplasia
Food expenses per month in €
about € 58
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Compatible with other animals
Rather not
First cat suitable
Rather yes
Needs a balcony
Rather not
Needs to go free
Rather not
Activity
Medium
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
High grooming effort
Nature
playful / social / curious / social / good-natured / relaxed / likes to hunt / soft / likes water / loving / confident / fond of peace and quiet / attentive
Common illnesses
Animal welfare relevant breeding for extreme breeding / hypertrophic cardiomyopathy / luxating patella / dental problems / feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) / polycystic kidney disease (PKD) / spinal muscular atrophy / joint dysplasia
Place of origin
USA
Short description
The Maine Coone, also known as the soft giant, unites character and serenity. She craves her family's attention and is very social, being the only cat in the family makes her unhappy. Although she can be very active, you should respect her need for peace and quiet. She likes to cuddle and is very attached. She is fully matured at 3 to 5 years.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.