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The Maine Coon is the largest breed of domestic cat.
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They are native to the state of Maine, where it is the official state cat.
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The Maine Coon is a large and sociable cat, hence its nickname, "the gentle giant".
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The Maine Coon is a longhaired, or medium-haired, cat. The coat is soft and silky, although texture may vary
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They get their name from Captain Charles Coon, a seafarer who kept long-haired cats aboard his ships.
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The Maine Coon is descended from long-haired breeds brought overseas by English seafarers and 11th-century Norsemens
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Males weigh from 13 to 18 lb (5.9 to 8.2 kg) with females weighing from 8 to 12 lb (3.6 to 5.4 kg)
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