The maine coon cat is the largest domestic cat, with adult males weighing between 7 and 11 kg. Although there have been cases of specimens that have reached up to 20 Kg. This breed of cats comes from the United States of America, they say that from the state of Maine. However, there are various theories about its origins:
One of them is that when the Vikings made their incursions into the American continent, they carried cats on their stylized longships (Viking ships) to get rid of rats. These cats came from the great Nordic wild cats and were crossed with the American wildcats. Another theory abounds that it was European Angora cats that interbred with native shorthair cats.
In any case, whatever its origin, the result is a beautiful feline that is very easy to get attached to, given its splendid qualities as a pet. In case one day you decide to adopt this extraordinary cat, on our site we will point out the main requirements to optimize maine coon care:
Veterinarian visit
The most basic care you should have with your maine coon cat is a visit to the vet. If no problems arise, a few times a year will suffice.
The veterinarian will be the person who will diagnose the he althy state, or not, of your maine coon and will supply the pertinent vaccines. It will also be the right doctor to sterilize your cat or cat, if you consider it appropriate in the future. The most important thing is to keep your cat's vaccination schedule up to date, and eat a proper diet.
Hair care
The maine coon cat enjoys by its nature a great quality in its coat. However, if we want it to retain this quality, we must collaborate with nature so that it continues to show off the wonderful fur that adorns it.
At least we should brush him three times a week with a specific brush for long-haired cats. If we do it for five minutes every day, much better. We will avoid many gastric problems by removing dead hair daily, preventing it from ingesting it when grooming
It is convenient that you eat m alt for cats to relieve the accumulation of hairballs as well as foods rich in omega3, whose beneficial effects on your hair will be positively noted.
The bathroom of the maine coon
An unusual quality of this feline breed is that it loves water, therefore we won't have any problem bathing it, as long as the water is at a suitable temperature (36º-38º centigrade).
In the United States it is not uncommon to see Maine Coons bathing with the family in the pool during the summer. The maine coon is a good swimmer.
However, while this cat likes to get wet, it's not a good idea to shampoo him more than once every month and a half. Another thing is that the cat enjoys cooling off during the summer and gets wet at the slightest opportunity.
Maine Coon feeding
This section is quite tricky, since maine coon cats eat like limes, but they are quite lazy. Therefore, it is a breed subject to obesity if no limit is imposed on its food intake. The balanced feed must be of quality, avoiding excessively fatty.
Maine coons grow slowly, they take four years to reach their maximum weight, which in males can reach 11 Kg. If he exceeds this weight, he should be treated by the vet without delay, as his he alth will be in danger seriously.
Coexistence with the maine coon
This breed has the peculiarity that it is independent and very familiar at the same time. He likes to play around, be the center of attention, and have "noise" around him, but he's not too keen on being touched too much.
Maine Coons get along very well with other pets.
This large breed can live in a flat, since it is not very active, quite the opposite. However, the ideal is that you could have a small garden to enjoy a hunting adventure from time to time, catching a mouse.
