How to Tell if Your Kitten is a Maine Coon Story

How to Tell if Your Kitten is a Maine Coon

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While Maine Coons are highly sought-after cats, there are many kittens being marketed as Maine Coons, but in reality, they are just fluffy cats.

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If you want to separate the men from the boys, or the Maine Coons from your average house cat, there are certain characteristics you’ll need to look out for.

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For starters, Maine Coons tend to be much larger than your average house cat. They also have longer tails and legs, giving them a more regal appearance overall.

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The hair on a Maine Coon’s tail is especially thick and fluffy, and it’s not uncommon for the hairs on the tips of their tails to be much longer than the rest of the fur.

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Unlike most other cats, who have round, pointy ears, Maine Coons have large, wide-set ears that are more rectangular in shape.

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One of the most striking features of a Maine Coon is its eyes. They have large, oval-shaped eyes that are usually a bright green or blue color.

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Maine Coons are known for being gentle giants. They are usually very affectionate and loving towards their humans and make great companions.

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