Maine Coon Cat Pictures and Videos

Rainbow Bridge Album:

A Maine Coon leaves a mark on one's heart that is never forgotten.

These are some beautiful tributes to amazing family members. Do you have a Coonie (or more than one) who is gone, but never forgotten?

We invite you to create a tribute to them here.

Maine Coon Stories:

These wonderful Maine Coon stories are sure to brighten your day! Sometimes we get a long get-to-know you kind of submission.

Even better, some of these are happy ending "tails" about a Maine Coon or Maine Coon mix that almost didn't have a home. Enjoy!

Why do we love Maine Coon Cat pictures so much?

Because they are beautiful and make us feel good! Here are some more fun and interesting facts about cat pictures on the internet:

• The first cat video was uploaded to YouTube in 2005 and featured a cat named "Pajamas" playing the piano. Since then, cat videos and pictures have become one of the most popular types of content on the platform.

• A study conducted by Indiana University Bloomington found that people who watch cat videos and look at cat pictures online report feeling more positive emotions, such as happiness and contentment.

• The internet has spawned many popular cat memes, including "Grumpy Cat," "Keyboard Cat," and "Lil Bub." These memes have gained widespread popularity and have even been used in advertising campaigns.

• In 2016, researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, created a neural network that could identify and classify images of cats with 81.7% accuracy, demonstrating the impact that cat pictures have had on the development of artificial intelligence.

• According to a study by Friskies, a cat food brand, cats are the most popular pet on the internet, with 15% of all internet traffic related to cats.

• The hashtag #catsofinstagram has over 280 million posts, making it one of the most popular hashtags on the platform. Many cats have even become social media influencers, with millions of followers and sponsorships from brands.

• The internet has also led to the rise of cat cafes, where people can enjoy coffee or tea in the company of cats. These cafes have become popular in many cities around the world and are often visited by tourists looking for a unique experience.