Maine Coon
- Average lifespan
- 13 years[7]
Temperament
Gentle, Easy going, Active
[1]Background
A large breed developed in New England, it is not descended from cat–raccoon crosses; that name-related story is a myth.
[1]Appearance
A long body, square muzzle, large ears and plumed tail are characteristic. Coat length varies from shorter shoulders to longer sides, belly and hindlegs.
[1]Coat and comparisons
Maturation is slow and males tend to be larger. The head differs from the triangular head of a Norwegian Forest Cat.
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