The short answer is – Because they make fantastic devoted pets!
Maine Coons are easily one of the best cats you can ever have. They might be quite cumbersome due to their size, however, they are gentle giants with a good temperament.
It is twice as large as other breed
The Maine Coon is one of the largest domesticated cat breeds in the world, at par with the Savannah cat. Adult males weigh 15 to 25 pounds, while females can range from 10 to 15. With that said, you can safely say that they are the Mastiffs of the cat world. As for their height, most males are 10-16 inches on average, making other cat breeds look like kittens. Some of our breeders at Florida Maine Coons have exceeded the average sizes.
Maine Coons are very intelligent
Our feline friends are intelligent, but due to their indifferent nature, they dogs are still considered smarter than them. However, the Maine Coon breed is considered to be smarter than other breeds, and is even called “dog-like” by the Cat Fancier’s Association. They are trainable, perform tricks and can even be taught to walk on a leash. We feel our Florida Maine Coons are almost “human” like.
They do not act like babies
Although cats are generally indifferent animals, they are very intrusive and can be quite a bother if they are seeking your attention. Although their personality differs per individual, like those from our fellow cattery Slow Blink Maine Coons, doe’s not belong to this category. They are social and people-oriented cats but are not dependent. They will sit beside you on the couch, but won’t sit on your lap. You don’t know our Male King Arthur – he will love on you all day at Florida Maine Coons at Opticoons Cattery a TICA registered cattery in Dunnellon Florida.
They get along with kids and other pets
One of the best qualities of the Florida Maine Coon is its welcoming personality: it can easily get along with other cats, dogs, and kids. This means that you won’t have to worry about them getting physical with other pets, and perhaps the children inside your home. At Opticoons Maine Coon Cattery our kittens are raised with other animals, the family, and underfoot.
Maine Coons are very beautiful cats
At Florida Maine Coons we breed kittens with beautiful colors from Res, Blues, Torbies and more. This breed has a distinct appearance that sets it apart from other breeds. Aside from its huge frame, it has a long and glossy coat, which is heavy and water resistant. This enables them to survive cold winters. Even if the coat is long, it does not require constant maintenance – brushing it in a weekly basis is enough to keep it in good condition. Aside from which, its tail is long and bushy, comparable to that of a raccoon.
Maine Coons love water
Some cat breeds hate water: just the sight of a running faucet is enough to make them hide. This isn’t the case in Maine Coons – they love water. This is the case with most of our Maine Coon Kittens at OptiCoons Cattery in Dunnellon, Florida. They don’t really care for water. They wouldn’t mind getting a bath as long as it involves play, and they would gladly take a dip in a swimming pool. You could call them a cross of a Mastiff and a Labrador!
Maine Coons are easily one of the best cats you can ever have. They might be quite cumbersome due to their size, however, they are gentle giants with a good temperament.
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