The Maine Coon is naturally so large because it is descended from the Norwegian forest cat<\/strong>. In addition, the cats are so big because they grow slowly. This slow growth allows, among other things, the muscles to develop properly, making the Maine Coon bigger.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Tips and things to take into account before owning Maine Coon cats<\/h2>\n
Are you also considering bringing a Maine Coon into your home? Or could you use some tips? We have listed some tips for you. Also, there are some important things you should know before buying this beautiful cat.<\/p>\n
Since Maine Coons get very heavy because of their height and length, you might want to consider buying a scratching post specially designed for bigger cats.<\/strong> These will allow your cat to scratch their nails and stretch fully while doing so. These posts are heavier, so they won\u2019t fall over as quickly as the smaller and lighter ones. There are even cat castles that can hold multiple Maine Coons at the same time. In addition to specially designed scratching posts, you might also want to consider purchasing a larger litter box.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
To conclude<\/h2>\n
You have had the opportunity to read about the origin of the Maine Coon and why these cats are so big. The Maine Coon is one of the most popular cats in the United States. A full-grown male Maine Coon can weigh as much as 183 pounds and a female Maine Coon as much as 119 pounds. The length of this beautiful cat can be as high as 40 inches!<\/strong><\/p>\nDo you also have a Maine Coon? If yes, how big is your Maine Coon, does he come anywhere close to Stewie who earned a spot in the Guinness Book of world records? In short: is your cat also one of those beautiful big felines? Please let us know, we want to hear from you!<\/p>\n
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