The Maine Coon is a large domesticated cat breed. It has a distinctive physical appearance and valuable hunting skills. It is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America. The breed originated in the U.S. state of Maine, where it is the official state cat.
How Much Does Maine Coon Cats Cost In South Africa
A purebred Maine Coon from a registered breeder can cost R7,500 or more.
Can you buy a Maine Coon cat in South Africa?
We are Maine Coon Breeders situated in Cape Town, South Africa – in the beautiful seaside suburb of Muizenberg. The Southern Africa Cat Council (SACC) and World Cat Federation (WCF) since 2015.
How big do Maine Coon cats get?
9 to 10 inches tall
Average Size of a Maine Coon Cat
They’ll typically measure 9 to 10 inches tall. By contrast, the average Maine Coon cat can be anywhere from 19 to 32 inches tall before even accounting for the tail. And they tower over the typical domestic cat with a height of 10 to 16 inches.
Are male Maine Coons bigger than females?
Male Maine Coons are physically larger than female Maine Coon. The male’s personality is usually larger, though they can exhibit more needy behavioral traits than female Maine Coons whom many consider being more aloof and cat-like. Female Maine Coons require less human attention than males.
How long do Maine Coon cats grow?
Maine Coons will continue to grow for 4-5 years, before being fully grown. Other cats by comparison tend to physically mature around the 2-year mark. This may account for their larger than average sizing. The table above gives a good indication of the average Maine Coon size you can expect for both males and females.
What tricks can you teach a Maine Coon?
Asking your Maine Coon for a high-five.
When your Maine Coon knows to sit on command, you can start teaching fancier tricks like the paw-shake or the high-five[4]. Bring your hand to hover over his paw. Cats will usually tap your hand to figure out what you’re up to. If this doesn’t work, tap his hand first.