Maine Coon Personality
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Do Maine Coon Cats Like Dogs?
Most Maine Coons are more doglike than catlike and will make friends with your canine, but we always recommend introducing pets to each other very slowly, and always supervise the interaction until you can be sure that your pets get along and won't hurt each other. If your dog has a high prey drive and likes to hunt small animals, it may see your Maine Coon kitten as something that can be hunted. In this situation, keep your dog and cat separated. Maine Coons will protect themselves if they feel threatened, and most dogs will back off when they hear the deep throat warning growl from your Maine Coon. Our dog, Suki, is a Malamute and gets along great with our cats. Although I am sure she wishes she was a cat too! |
Are Maine Coons a Good Family Pet?
Maine Coons love attention...A LOT of attention. Although they are giant cats with fierce looking faces, they are anything but menacing. The Maine Coons gentle, sweet, goofy disposition are few great reasons why it is one of the most popular cat breeds to own. If you visit our house, be prepared to hear Crixus flying down the stairs when he hears the doorbell ringing. He knows that strangers will give him a good pet and admire his beauty. He strategically places his giant body where he can't be missed!
Maine Coons love attention...A LOT of attention. Although they are giant cats with fierce looking faces, they are anything but menacing. The Maine Coons gentle, sweet, goofy disposition are few great reasons why it is one of the most popular cat breeds to own. If you visit our house, be prepared to hear Crixus flying down the stairs when he hears the doorbell ringing. He knows that strangers will give him a good pet and admire his beauty. He strategically places his giant body where he can't be missed!
Are Maine Coons Affectionate?
Maine Coons are known to follow their owner around and are not ordinary lap cats. They like to play and be part of the family. They won't just beg for attention when they want treats or food, they prefer to be nosey and see what is going on with their owner. Some can even be trained to do tricks and even wear a leash and collar. *We do NOT suggest letting your precious baby outdoors! We are an indoor cat only house!*
Are Maine Coons Energetic?
Because it takes Maine Coons 3-5 years to fully mature, their playful kitten like curiosity lasts longer that regular cats. However, they can sense when it is time to calm down and can match their energy level with that of their owners. Maine Coons are an excellent cat breed for families with children and will oftentimes look for a child to play with. Each of our Maine Coons prefer different types of toys to play with. Sully will attack ANYTHING with strings (including jumping up and snatching the drawstrings to my pants or hoodies). Voodoo loves laser toys or anything with feathers, Stella will swat at anything resembling a bird, and Kris King just enjoys getting attention. Give your kitty plenty of toys to choose from so they don't become bored. A bored cat is a destructive cat!
Are Males Friendlier that Females?
Unlike most dogs or cats, male Maine Coons are generally more social than females. Males are bigger and tend to be goofier with a life of the party personality. Females are said to be more intelligent and wary of strangers but are just as friendly once they get to know the person. Males tend to be more playful whereas females tend to be more relaxed and wan to play on their own. Both males and females tend to enjoy the companionship of their family and oftentimes will pick a favorite person.
Males are more to likely spray than females even when neutered at the appropriate age but no more than any other breed of cats. It is extremely important to establish good habits with your male cat at an early age as they become more stubborn and harder to teach right from wrong when they're adults.
Maine Coons are known to follow their owner around and are not ordinary lap cats. They like to play and be part of the family. They won't just beg for attention when they want treats or food, they prefer to be nosey and see what is going on with their owner. Some can even be trained to do tricks and even wear a leash and collar. *We do NOT suggest letting your precious baby outdoors! We are an indoor cat only house!*
Are Maine Coons Energetic?
Because it takes Maine Coons 3-5 years to fully mature, their playful kitten like curiosity lasts longer that regular cats. However, they can sense when it is time to calm down and can match their energy level with that of their owners. Maine Coons are an excellent cat breed for families with children and will oftentimes look for a child to play with. Each of our Maine Coons prefer different types of toys to play with. Sully will attack ANYTHING with strings (including jumping up and snatching the drawstrings to my pants or hoodies). Voodoo loves laser toys or anything with feathers, Stella will swat at anything resembling a bird, and Kris King just enjoys getting attention. Give your kitty plenty of toys to choose from so they don't become bored. A bored cat is a destructive cat!
Are Males Friendlier that Females?
Unlike most dogs or cats, male Maine Coons are generally more social than females. Males are bigger and tend to be goofier with a life of the party personality. Females are said to be more intelligent and wary of strangers but are just as friendly once they get to know the person. Males tend to be more playful whereas females tend to be more relaxed and wan to play on their own. Both males and females tend to enjoy the companionship of their family and oftentimes will pick a favorite person.
Males are more to likely spray than females even when neutered at the appropriate age but no more than any other breed of cats. It is extremely important to establish good habits with your male cat at an early age as they become more stubborn and harder to teach right from wrong when they're adults.