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Dec 20, 2025

Red Silver, Cream, and Cameo Differences

Red Silver, Cream, and Cameo are closely related coat terms, which is why they're often mixed up.

They're not competing colors. Rather, they’re describing how the same red pigment shows up under different genetic influences.

Red (sometimes called ginger or orange) is the base color...

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Dec 19, 2025

Feeding Cats When Your Routine Is Off

When your household schedule goes off track with travel, holidays, kids home, or work shifts, it’s easy to wonder if your cat’s feeding routine should change too.

Especially when you’re eating at weird times yourself and the day already feels messy.

Most of the time, it shouldn’t. Cats don’t rely on your routine as much as they rely on predictability.

They don’t care what time you wake up, they care that breakfast still shows up the same way it always has.

Where things unravel is during short-term chaos. Feeding later one day, earlier the next, or adding extra snacks “just in case” can make cats seem anxious or pushy. That’s not them being dramatic; it’s them trying to re-anchor their day.

If your schedule is messy but temporary, keep feeding times boring and consistent. Tools like phone alarms or timed feeders help more than adjusting the clock.

If the change is permanent, shift feeding times gradually over a week or two. When everything else feels off, a predictable meal routine is one of the simplest ways to keep your cat grounded.

Dec 18, 2025

How Winter Changes Play Style

When winter rolls in and the days get darker, most cats don’t stop wanting to play. The timing just gets… weird.

Cats are naturally wired to be most active around dawn and dusk, so when daylight shrinks, those play windows slide around.

That’s why a cat who used to get playful in the afternoon suddenly turns feral at 9 pm or starts bouncing off the walls before breakfast.

Play in winter also tends to look shorter and more intense..

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Dec 17, 2025

Why Cats Ignore New Things (At First)

It’s the age-old adage! Kids and cats always seem to prefer the box that their new gifts come in, right?!

It's completely normal for a cat to ignore a brand-new bed, tree, or scratcher at first. What looks like disinterest is usually a just an evaluation period.

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Dec 16, 2025

Maine Coons & Houseguests

The season of hosting guests is upon us once again! Maine Coon cats are often more social than many breeds, but that doesn’t mean hosting guests is effortless for them.

Their friendliness tends to show up as curiosity and involvement, not endless tolerance.

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Dec 15, 2025

Winter Grooming Tips

Winter doesn’t drastically change your long-haired cat’s grooming needs, but the dry indoor air does.

Heating systems pull moisture from the air, which can lead to dry skin, mild dandruff, or a coat that looks dull even when your cat is grooming normally.

The biggest winter upgrade is simple consistency. A few calm brushing sessions each week help distribute natural oils, reduce static, and catch tangles before they turn into mats.

Pay extra attention to friction spots like behind the ears, under the arms, and along the chest, where fur rubs more when they curl up to stay warm and nap longer.

What doesn’t need changing? Baths..

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Dec 13, 2025

Kittens and Dogs: How They Bond

Some of the sweetest pet friendships start with a Maine Coon kitten meeting the family dog.

Kittens usually arrive curious and confident, but the real key is the dog’s temperament.

Calm, steady dogs that read signals well give kittens the space they need. Bark-prone or chase-y dogs need slower introductions and short, structured sessions.

Most pairs find their rhythm once boundaries are clear, and that early respect often grows into a close bond.

It’s always fun to see how quickly a brave little Coonie can win a dog’s heart.

Dec 12, 2025

How Paw Shape Affects Gait & Climbing

Maine Coon paws are a whole world of their own. They are wide, sturdy, and built for traction, which is why these cats move with that steady, almost big-cat confidence.

Their toes spread for balance on slick floors, their pads cushion big jumps, and those long digits give them an impressive grip when climbing.

Once you notice it, you can always tell a Coonie by the way they plant their paws and navigate the world with a sure-footed confidence.

Dec 10, 2025

Food Boredom?

Some cats act like they’re “bored” of their food, but most aren’t bored at all.

Cats actually crave routine, and a sudden snub usually points to something simple like stale kibble, a quiet formula change, or a request for attention rather than a new flavor.

True dietary variety matters over months, not days. Rotating proteins every so often keeps things balanced without turning your kitty into a picky eater.

Dec 09, 2025

The Goodbye Meow!

Some cats give a soft little mrrp when you head out the door. It isn’t really a goodbye.

It’s a quick check-in from a cat who notices routine changes and wants to comment on them. Social breeds are more likely to do it, but any cat with a keen sense of timing might chime in.

That tiny sound is their way of acknowledging the moment before things shift again.

Dec 08, 2025

Personality Traits & Coat Colors

Some folks swear black cats are calm, red cats are clowns, and torties have “attitude,” but personality isn’t tied to coat color at all.

What really happens is that breeders who specialize in certain colors often shape the same temperament traits generation after generation.

So the pattern feels real, even though the color itself isn’t causing it.

It’s one of those charming cat-world illusions that sticks because we’ve all seen just enough examples to believe it might be true.

Dec 07, 2025

Winter Static Tips

If your Coonie’s coat seems extra poofy or “crackly” this time of year, it’s probably winter static.

Thick double coats pick up charge fast in dry indoor air, which is why you sometimes hear tiny snaps when you pet them.

A little added humidity, regular brushing, and lightly damp hands during petting can calm the sparks.

Winter coats plus dry air make static one of the season’s funny little quirks!

Dec 06, 2025

Sleep Stalking You

Some cats love to watch their humans sleep, and it’s not as spooky as it feels.

Early mornings are “go time” for them, so they check in to see if you’re waking up. They also watch your face for little movements because that’s how cats read cues.

And for some, it’s simple affection. They sit nearby, keep an eye on you, and wait for their favorite person to rejoin the day!

Dec 05, 2025

Favorite Toy No More

Cats losing interest in a favorite toy isn’t picky behavior, it’s instinct.

Once they “solve” how a toy moves, the excitement fades because predictable prey isn’t worth chasing. Their brains crave novelty, so they naturally rotate through different play styles from chasing to wrestling to batting.

The neat part is that a toy only needs a short break to feel new again. Put it away for a couple of weeks and most cats come running back like it’s brand new.

Their sense of boredom is really just their inner hunter asking for a fresh challenge.

Dec 04, 2025

Do Coonies Follow You Around?

Some cats are little shadows and some are quiet roommates, and both are completely normal.

“Velcro” cats usually have a strong social bond and a curious streak. They like to know where their person is, help with every task, and move through the house as part of a little “mini pride.”

Others love you just as much but prefer to nap in another room and check in on their own schedule.

Maine Coons often lean toward the shadow side: not clingy, not distant, just happily involved in whatever you are doing!

Dec 03, 2025

Do Maine Coons Get in Fights?

Some Maine Coons handle household tension in the calmest way.

Instead of jumping into a scuffle, they usually pause, read the room, and choose a strategy that keeps things peaceful.

Sometimes that means stepping aside, sometimes it means hopping to a higher perch, and sometimes it is just a quiet stare that says “let’s not do this.”

Their size may look intimidating, but their conflict style is all about steady nerves and social awareness.

Dec 02, 2025

Do Cats Get Lonely When Home Alone?

Some cats handle alone time like pros, but others really do feel the quiet.

You can often tell by what happens after you walk in the door. A cat that sticks close, talks more than usual, or follows you from room to room is showing you that your presence matters.

Maine Coons in particular like having someone in their orbit, so when the house stays silent for too long, they notice.

Dec 01, 2025

Always-Hungry Kittens

Kittens burn through energy in tiny, rapid bursts, so grazing is actually how their bodies work best.

Those small stomachs empty fast, and a steady supply of kibble keeps playtime gentle and moods even.

When kittens get over-hungry, you often see the classic “bitey” behavior or sudden zoomies that come out of nowhere.

Free-feeding works great. A couple of wet-food meals add hydration, but free access to dry food helps them stay balanced while they grow!

Nov 30, 2025

Time-Outs For Naughty Kittens?

Today we’re talking about kitten “time-outs” and whether they actually work.

Kittens don’t understand time-outs the way human kids do. They don’t sit there thinking about what went wrong.

What they do understand is when play suddenly stops for a moment, just like it would with their littermates.

That tiny pause is what teaches bite control and boundaries. Long isolations only confuse them.

If play gets too rough, a short break and a quick redirect to a toy teaches far more than any trip to the other room.

Nov 29, 2025

Extra Weight vs Extra Fluff

As the weather gets colder, lots of Coonies look bigger almost overnight.

Sometimes it really is just the season. Their coats fluff up, especially the belly, britches, and chest, and it can add the illusion of a whole extra pound.

But true weight gain shows up in other ways. You feel less definition along the ribs, the waist disappears, or they get tired faster after play.

A quick hands-on check is the most reliable test. Winter fluff is soft and puffy. Extra weight feels firm underneath.

Want to give your kitty a quick check today?