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The Maine Coon cat is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America and generally thought to have originated from the state of Maine and is considered to be the largest of all domestic cats.
This cat was originally a working cat with a great intelligence, living mainly on farms where it was held in high esteem by farmers for its ability to catch vermin. The cat has all the points of a typical hunter. It has large eyes and ears, essential for detecting prey, and a big, muscular body for catching it. Being a cold climate animal, it has a long silky shaggy coat, short over the head, becoming longer down the back, stomach, legs and ruff. There is a soft undercoat, covered by a harsher weatherproof topcoat. They have a long and muscular body and long legs giving them an rectangular appearance.
Many people consider the Maine Coon to be one of the most perfect domestic pets because of their loving nature. It makes excellent family companions, enjoying kids and dogs. |