Welcome to Maine Coon Cat Nation!

Maine Coon Cat Nation is the complete guide for owners of this terrific cat breed. This is a one stop destination for all things related to this special breed of cat.

Whether you are a new or long-time Maine Coon owner, you'll enjoy our many cat care articles on nutrition, grooming, cat and kitten health and Coon photo galleries.

If you are considering Maine Coon Adoption, you'll find informative articles on how to choose a breeder, a full breed history, physical characteristics, colors, personality traits, and lots of kitten names.

You'll find information specific to Coons, as well as lots of useful cat care advice for owners of any cat breed. Whether you already own a Coon, or are thinking of bringing one home, you are in the right place!

Where To Begin...

What is a Maine Coon cat? Many people are familiar with this big, beautiful, long haired cat. It is said they developed their thick coats in response to the cold winters here in Maine. There is so much more to them, though, including a mysterious history!

If you are considering getting a Maine Coon, explore our articles to learn about their personality, and characteristics. Choosing a cat breed is an important decision! Also, check out our info about choosing a Maine Coon cat breeder. Do you want to Maine Coon Cat Rescue? That's great! We have helpful information for you, too.

If you already have a Coon (or two) in your life, you'll find lots of useful information regarding their care. Of course, this is also a place to share pictures of those gorgeous cats and kittens!

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Get Involved!

There are some great places here to interact with us, and other Maine Coon Cat lovers. On our Photos and Videos page, visitors to the site can send in pictures of their own Coon cats, which we'll add to our ever-growing galleries. Whether you have a great rescue story, or a beautiful new kitten, your Coon will be a welcome addition to our photo galleries.

Do you enjoy learning about other breeds as well? On All Breeds of Cat, there are lots of photos and stories from cat owners of all breeds.

And our popular section on Cat Questions is the perfect place to ask any cat care or new cat-owner questions you might have. Seasoned cat owners are welcome to answer the questions of others as well!

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Do you think you have a Coon? Many people find themselves searching Coon characteristics and traits, trying to find out once and for all if their cat is full or part Coon.

We now have a special section devoted just to that topic, complete with an invitation for you to send in a picture of your own cat, and get our opinion! Think you have a Coon? How do you know? It's a very popular subject.

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What's New

This is where we post all our new articles, in order. We're regularly adding new articles and information, so check in often to see what's new!

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Pictures And Videos

This is our photos and videos section. We have a few albums started. Come see the pictures sent in by visitors, and if you have photos to share, this is the place to do it!

These cats are certainly unique! This section is all about those special quirks and personality traits. What makes a Coon tick?

There is something alluring, almost mysterious about these cats. What is it? Here we take a look at their history, characteristics, colors and more.

This section includes info on healthy food, and litter box care as well. There is a lot to think about when it comes to having cats as pets,

Each cat breed has it's own health concerns. Here, we aim to address Maine Coon cat health, common cat health questions, kitten health and elderly cat health.

This section is dedicated to these adorable, irresistible kittens. Here are some helpful tips related to planning and shopping, and info about introducing a new kitten. This section has kitten names and some really cute pictures too.

Looking for a Coon Cat or kitten? This section is all about breeders, rescue, cat clubs or organizations and things to consider before bringing kitty home.

There are so many wonderful and different cat breeds! Learn about large domestic cats, hypoallergenic cats and more.