5 Interesting Facts Of Maine Coons That Will Make You Say... I Want One!

• 01

  They’re the largest domestic cat breed.

  
  via I Heart Cats

  Maine Coon cats can boast an average weight of 13-18 pounds. They average 10-16" tall and up to 48" long including the tail! They are sometimes even mistaken to be bobcats because they are so large....Now that's a big cat!

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• 02

  They’re very dog-like cats.

  
  via I Heart Cats

  They are playful, social and affectionate and enjoy spending time with their owners. So in case you couldn't decide between a dog or cat... you can have both!

• 03

  They like playing in water

  
  via Mental Floss

  Since their winter-made fur coats, Maine Coon's fur tends to be water-resistant and they are actually good swimmers. Not your average cat.

• 04

  They’re America’s oldest show cat.

  
  via Mental Floss

  Maine Coons are a naturally occurring breed of cat from the United States, and for a long time Maine Coons were the country's most wanted breed.

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• 05

  Not All Maine Coons Are Brown

  
  via Mental Floss

  They actually are born in a variety of colors and patterns. Some are smokey, cream, mackerel and even tortoiseshell.

• 06

  Who Wouldn't Want One Of These Gorgeous Cats!

  
  via Cat Time

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