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<< Maine Coons Exposed!
All About The Big Maine Coon Cat!Everyone loves a big Maine Coon Cat! Welcome to your complete guide to this awesome cat breed. You'll enjoy our many articles on the unique traits of these cats, their gentle temperament, and even where to find a kitten. Whether you are a Maine Coon owner, future owner, or are wondering if your cat "has some Coon in him," you'll find what you're looking for! There is so much to discover!
Affectionate, friendly and laid-back are just some of the traits of Maine Coons. It's hard to describe that big Maine Coon personality, but my video to the right gives a nice peek into life with a Coonie or two! If you enjoyed this video, you'll love our Pictures & Videos section, with much more to see! A beautiful, big Maine Coon Cat is a true character. They have such wonderful quirks and traits! Here, you will find out everything there is to know about Maine Coons! These gorgeous guys and gals steal your heart with their laid-back personalities and clown-like antics. 
It's no wonder that these cats quickly become beloved family members. Here, you can learn all about them, and see lots of big Maine Coon Cat pictures. This page is all about the size of Maine Coon Cats. But there is so much more to them! Visit our popular pages about Maine Coon characteristics, their unique traits & quirks, and see lots of photos in the Photo Galleries! Everything You Want To Know About These Big Guys!A large Maine Coon cat makes himself part of the family. They are affectionate, intelligent, and full of personality! There is no doubt about it, this is the largest domestic cat breed. They need big cat trees, big litter boxes, and lots of attention. We'll meet the new record holder for the worlds longest housecat, and we'll talk about just how big they get. Yes, they can get really big!
Find answers to these popular questions:
"How Big Does A Maine Coon Cat Get?"
The Maine Coon cat is the largest domestic cat breed. How big do they get? Well, first let's talk about weight. An average housecat weighs between 8 pounds and 11 pounds. There will be exceptions where a cat may weigh as little as 5 pounds or more than 11, if they become overweight. 
It is pretty unusual for a domestic housecat to weigh around 13 - 15 pounds. That is a big cat to look upon. So, now lets put that in perspective for big Maine Coon cats! A female is usually between 9-12 pounds, and a male generally weighs in at 13-18 pounds. So, an 18 pound big Maine Coon cat weights about twice as much as his domestic counterpart! That's 100% more! Add that fluffy, shaggy coat, and you are looking at quite a specimen! You may think that such a big cat would have a "rough" or "wild" temperment. This is a common misconception. Actually, the Maine Coon personality
is totally gentle and sweet. The myths and tall tales that surround them are pretty interesting, though!
"Who Is The Largest Maine Coon Cat?"The largest Maine Coon cat on record? As of October, 2010, there is a new cat in town! Stewie the Maine Coon cat, from Reno, Nevada is officially the new record holder! At 48.5 inches (123.2cm) from tip of nose to tip of tail, five-year-old Stewie has become the worlds longest housecat, beating out the previous record holder of 48 inches. Congratulations Stewie! May fame and fortune get you lots of catnip!
Verismo Leonetti Reserve Red holds the 2006 Guinness World Record for longest cat. He was measured at 48 inches, and topped the scale at 35 pounds! Leo's vet points out that his length and frame can carry this weight, so he is a healthy cat, not overweight or obese. The breed standard for cats doesn't specify length, as it does in dogs. A big Maine Coon cat should have a rather square build, and be strong. Since Leo is four feet long he can weigh 35 pounds and be healthy! Our cat (also Leo, coincidentally) is a Red Tabby who measures about 36 inches, or three feet long. He weighs a little over 18 pounds. This falls in the upper range for big Maine Coon cats, but it's not uncommon at all. So, Maine Coon cats will be in good proportion. Some longer (and therefore bigger) than others. "Are There Any Health Problems Related To This Big Breed?"In general, this is a hearty, robust breed of cat! It's always good to think about their health before getting a new cat, though. With the big Maine Coon cat breed, like any breed, there are a few health conditions to be aware of. Hip Dysplasia in cats comes to mind. Any cat can have this, but larger cats bear more weight on the area. For more on their health, check out our page on Maine Coon cat health. "I Want A Really Big Maine Coon Cat" That's part of the attraction to this breed! We're including lots of photos of our Leo on this page. He is alongside his sister Alice. She weighs just 8 pounds, and they were born in the very same litter! There are huge Maine Coon cats, and there are small Maine Coon cats. So, it's not enough to just look at the parents and expect that if they are big, their offspring will be, too. It's the same as a human family. Imagine if two parents have many children. There will be lots of differences between the kids. But they should have a general family resemblance. In Coons, size is the theme of the day. The best way to get a big Maine Coon Cat is to ask your breeder! Maine Coon breeders know which kittens are going to be the big ones. You might be on their waiting list, and they will do their best to match families with the kind of kitten they are looking for. Families will often request a kitten of a certain gender, color, or size. Of course, the families who will take any kitten at all are more likely to get a kitten sooner. If you have your heart set on a Silver Tabby With White male who is going to be big, you may have to wait a bit! "So just how big is a Maine Coon Cat?"
A great way to get a feel for their size is to look at these photos of Leo and Alice. At 8 pounds, she is just about the size of an average housecat. Leo is a healthy and hefty 18+ pounds. Look at the difference! When we pick him up, Leo's size is very noticeable. Cats are built very solidly. Leo weighs more than our Sheltie, who is markedly bigger than him! Even his face and head are noticeably bigger than average.
When people visit, they notice right away that Leo is one big Maine Coon Cat. But, they are also impressed by the beauty of both cats. All Maine Coon cats are specimens of feline beauty! This is a cat that many people don't get to see every day! There is something alluring about a big Maine Coon Cat. It is unusual to see a housecat of such size. They are so big, but so gentle and easy-going. And there are many gorgeous Maine Coon cats who are not breaking any records in the size department. And that is perfectly fine with their owners. Because by the time a Maine Coon cat steals your heart, it won't matter to you how big he gets!  Related: Coon Traits: Think You Have A Coon? Return to Maine Coon Cats Exposed! Return From Big Maine Coon Cat to Maine Coon Cat Nation Home
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Maine Coon Mix 
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Rise of the Breed 
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