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The Cat Breeds and Domestic/Wild Hybrids
The Maine Coon is a large but sociable cat, nickname - "the gentle giant", 
Reputed for its intelligence and playful, gentle personality, 
The Maine Coon is often cited as having "dog-like" characteristics-
The breed's colors vary widely, 
with only lilac and chocolate disallowed for pedigree. 

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The Maine Coon is the largest domesticated breed of cat. 
It has a distinctive physical appearance and valuable hunting skills. It is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America, 
specifically native to the state of Maine, where it is the official state cat.

Although no records exist regarding the Maine Coon's exact origins and date of introduction to the United States, 


There are multiple competing theories. 
The breed was popular in cat shows in the late 19th century, 
however, its existence became threatened when long-haired breeds from overseas were introduced in the early 20th century. 
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The Maine Coon has since made a comeback and 
is now one of the most popular cats breeds in the world.


The Maine Coon  is characterized by a robust bone structure, 
rectangular body shape, a silky flowing coat and a long, bushy tail. 
- hip dysplasia, in male Maine Coon 
 Professionals notice certain health problems in the breed including feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -
Reputable Breeders, use modern screening methods to minimize the frequency of these problems.
 
History The ancestral origins of the Maine Coon are unknown...
There are only speculation and folk tales. 
One such folk tale involves Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, who was executed in 1793. 

The story goes that before her death, Antoinette attempted to escape France with the help of Captain Samuel Clough. 
She loaded Clough's ship with her most prized possessions, including six of her favorite Turkish Angora cats. 

Although she did not make it to the United States, her pets safely reached the shores of Wiscasset, Maine, 
where they bred with other short-haired breeds and developed into the modern breed of the Maine Coon.


Another folk tale involves Captain Charles Coon, an English seafarer who kept long-haired cats aboard his ships. 
Whenever Coon's ship would anchor in New England ports, 
the felines would exit the ship and mate with the local feral cat population. 

When long-haired kittens began appearing in the litter's of the local cat population, 
they were referred to as one of "Coon's cats."



A myth which is trait-based, though genetically impossible,
 is the idea that the modern Maine Coon descended from ancestors of semi-feral domestic cats and raccoons. 

This myth would account for the common color of the breed (brown tabby) and its bushy tail.

 Another idea is that the Maine Coon originated between the matings of domestic cats and wild bobcats,
 which could explain the tufts of hairs that are so commonly seen on the tips of the ears,



The generally-accepted theory among breeders is that the Maine Coon is descended from the pairings of local short-haired domestic cats 
and long-haired breeds brought overseas by English seafarers (possibly by Captain Charles Coon) 
or 11th-century Vikings.


The connection to the Vikings is seen in the strong resemblance of the Maine Coon 
to the Norwegian Forest Cat, 
another breed that is said to be a descendant of cats that traveled with the Vikings.
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Abyssinian

Abyssinians aren't for those who want decorative cats to match the rust-colored carpet, or for those who want cats that enjoy ...
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American Bobtail

While the breed is still developing, breeders say that Bobtails are playful, energetic, and friendly, and possess an uncanny ...
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American Curl

Curls have qualities other than the whimsical ears to make them attractive pets. They are people cats that do not show any of ...
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American Shorthair

When describing the American Shorthair, the expression 'happy medium' springs to mind. These all-American cats are medium in ...
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American Wirehair

Wirehairs are people cats that crave human attention and affection. They are active without being hyper, and affectionate ...
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Balinese

Balinese cats are smart, sweet, and fun to be around. Like the Siamese, they are known for their ability to communicate vocally, ...
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Bengal

The Bengal may look like a wild cat, but breeders insist that the Bengal is as lovable friendly and docile as any full-blooded ...
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Birman

Birmans are affectionate, gentle, and faithful companions with an air of dignity that seems to invite adoration by their human ...
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Bombay

If an aloof, independent cat is what you're craving, this breed isn't for you. Bombays are attached to their family, and tend to ...
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British Shorthair

If you're looking for a cat that will loot your refrigerator and swing dizzily from your chandeliers, then the British Shorthair ...
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Burmese

Breeders and fanciers report that Burmese are amusing, playful, and super-smart, the perfect interactive cats for home, office, ...
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Chartreux

Known for their hunting prowess, Chartreux cats may have been taken in by those monks long ago to rid the monastery of vermin. ...
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Cornish Rex

Cornish Rexes are good for folks who like having their lives run by active, inquisitive, gazelle-like felines that love a good ...
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Cymric

The personality of the Cymric has won a strong following despite the breeding challenges. Cymrics are intelligent, fun-loving ...
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Devon Rex

Devons have been compared to pixies, elves, and, of course, space aliens for their jumbo-sized satellite-dish ears, large, ...
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Egyptian Mau

While fanciers might at first, be attracted to the Egyptian Mau's beautiful spotted coat, most become enthusiasts because of the ...
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Exotic Shorthair

Some folks who don't appreciate that laid-back, mellow personality label Persians and their relatives 'furniture with fur', but ...
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Havana Brown

More distinctive than the muzzle, ears, or minklike coat is the Havana Brown?s personality. Although still quite rare and for ...
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Himalayan

Himmies, as fanciers call them, are perfect indoor cat companions. They are gentle, calm, and sweet-tempered, but they possess a ...
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Japanese Bobtail

Bobs make outstanding companions. They're curious, bold, intelligent, and alert, and easily adjust to new people, situations, ...
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Javanese

Javanese cats, like their Balinese relatives, are playful, devoted, and always eager to tell you their views on life, love, and ...
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Korat

Korats are not as vocal as their Siamese comrades; they have other ways of getting their wishes across. At dinnertime, they'll ...
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Maine Coon

No breed has a monopoly on love and affection, but there's got to be some good reason that the Maine Coon has clawed his way up ...
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Manx

The Manx's personality is probably the reason the breed has won such a strong following despite the physical difficulties and ...
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Munchkin

For their part, Munchkins, oblivious to the controversy surrounding them, go on being just what they are, cats; self-assured and ...
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Nebelung

Nebelungs are mild, soft-spoken, and gentle. They are generally reserved around strangers, ranging from hiding-under-the-bed ...
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Norwegian Forest Cat

Natural athletes, Norwegian Forest Cats love to investigate counters, bookcases, and the loftiest peaks of their cat trees. ...
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Ocicat

Ocicats may look wild, but they are actually affectionate, curious, and playful, and possess a very strong devotion to their ...
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Oriental

The personality of the Oriental is as distinctive as the multicolored exterior. They are natural entertainers, full of ...
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Persian

If you want your cats bouncing around like hyperactive popcorn, don't buy a Persian. Persians are perfect companions, if you ...
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Ragdoll

Docile, mild-mannered, and congenial, Ragdolls make ideal indoor companions. One of the nicest features of these cats is their ...
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Russian Blue

Russian Blues are gentle, genteel cats, and are usually reserved, or absent when strangers are around. When they're with genteel cats ...

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Scottish Fold

Scottish Folds are intelligent, sweet-tempered, soft-spoken, and easily adaptable to new people and situations. They are very ...
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Selkirk Rex

Selkirks are fun-loving, mellow cats with a generous measure of love and affection for their human companions. Very people-...
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Siamese

Some cats seem to think that a purr or a friendly rub speaks louder than words. Siamese are not of this school of thought and ...
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Siberian

Siberians are affectionate cats with a good dose of personality and playfulness. They are amenable to handling, and breeders ...
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Singapura

Singapuras, happily unaware of the controversy surrounding them, go right on being what they are: pesky people pleasers. At home ...
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Snowshoe

Breeders brave enough to take on the Snowshoe challenge find that the cat pays back the effort in love and affection. Anyone ...
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Somali

With all the virtues of the Abyssinian and adorned by a gorgeous semi-long coat, the Somali is a beautiful and lively addition ...
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Sphynx

According to the French breed standard, the Sphynx is part monkey, part dog, part child, and part cat. The breed does seem to ...
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Tonkinese

The Tonkinese has a winsome personality, not surprising since the Burmese and Siamese are prized for their temperaments. ...
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Turkish Angora

Turkish Angora fanciers are as attached to their cats as their cats are to them. Angoras seem to invoke strong responses in ...
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Turkish Van

While you might be drawn to the Van for his fascination with water, you'll fall in love with the breed for his other qualities. '...
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  • The Maine Coon is among the largest domesticated breeds of cats. It has a distinctive physical appearance and valuable hunting skills. It is one of the
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  • Polydactyl is not to be confused with the pedigree Maine Coon polydactyl. The polydactyl form of the Maine Coon is being reinstated by some breeders. A particular
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  • Coon may refer to: Coon, a diminutive of raccoon Coon, an alternative name forMaine Coon, a breed of domestic cat Coön (Κόων, Κόωνος), a Trojan warrior
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  • commercially produced cat clone. He was produced from the DNA of a 19-year-oldMaine Coon cat named Nicky who died in 2003. Little Nicky's owner, a north Texas
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  • of Maine has several official symbols. State Animal: Moose State Berry: Blueberry State Beverage: Moxie State Bird: Chickadee State Cat: Maine Coon Cat
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  • Iceland and France. It is a big, strong cat, similar to the American Maine Coon breed, with long legs, a bushy tail and a sturdy body. The breed is very






























  • showing pads Structures of the leg and paw of a dog Skeleton of a dog paw Claw Digitigrade Maine Coon Polydactyl International
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  • Bobtail K - Khao Manee, Korat, Kurilian Bobtail L - LaPerm M - Maine Coon, MaineCoon Polydactyl, Manx, Munchkin N - Nebelung, Norwegian Forest Cat O
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  • They are one of the largest known domesticated cats, second only to the mainecoon. A longer name of the formal breed is Siberian Forest Cat, but it is usually
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  • "Puppy cat" and related terms have been used to label breeds such as the 'MaineCoon', 'Manx', and 'Ragdoll'. While these attributes are found desirable for
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  • Hank the Cat (August 2001 – February 13, 2014) was a Maine Coon feline that was put up as a joke candidate in the 2012 United States Senate election in
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  • HCM was discovered in 2005 in Maine Coon cats. A test for this mutation (A31P) is available. About one third of Maine Coon cats tested for the mutation
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  • ZeFronk. She resembles a songbird. Dom (Mark Hamill) - ZeFronk's silly Maine Coonneighbour who always steals the food (better referred as sneakenly eating)
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  • spot patterns can be seen in the Australian Mist, Bengal, Egyptian Mau, Maine Coon, and Ocicat breeds. Main article: Cat coat genetics The tabby patterns
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  • claimed that a photo of the alleged animal showed their pet cat, a large Maine coon. There have been reports of a cat known as The Beast of Bevendean for
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  • cattle, two Sicilian donkeys, an English Mastiff dog, an Emu, and three Maine CoonCats. In 2013 The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania rebuked Dr. Todd's Arnold
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  • infections, making antibiotics a necessary. A ginger and white Maine Coon kitten, aged ten weeks A kitten and a mirror A young
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