CoolShade Currently, cat breed Maine Coon is becoming increasingly popular not only in Russia and the CIS, but also throughout the world. The most visible result of this popularity by visiting cat shows. If 10-15 years ago, representatives of the family cat breed Maine Coon could be considered “exotic” in the exhibitions, but now the situation has changed.
In today’s cat shows can be found up to a third, and sometimes up to half of the Maine Coon from among all the participants stated in the catalog.
Why is this breed has become so popular?
The origin of the breed Maine Coon
One reason for the popularity of the breed due to its aboriginal origins. In fact the most beautiful masterpieces in this world have been created by nature!
Breed Maine Coon in the initial stage of its development evolved naturally, without human intervention. It happened on the territory of North America.
Humid continental climate Maine c its seasonal temperature differences and high rainfall shaped appearance of these beautiful cats, and harsh climatic conditions and the need for constant adaptation to the external environment helped develop in cats Maine Coon their amazing intellectual abilities!
Description of the breed Maine Coon
The appearance of a large animal in the shaggy coat that throws parties for predatory attitudes, can not but arouse admiration and awe in others!
- Modern representatives of the breed Maine Coon were able to keep the most characteristic features of the exterior of their ancestors, whereby they were able to survive in Maine in cold winters:
- Compared with the representative of the “average” house cat, Maine Coon might look like a giant! This is due to the fact that a larger cat was easier to keep warm during the cold season.
- Fairly long and virtually waterproof coat with a thick undercoat allow ancestors Maine Coon feel great in any, even the cold and cloudy weather.
- Long “Fox” tail helped not only to maintain balance while at the height of the movements and the trees, but also thanks to the elongated wool to keep warm and allow to feel comfortable during sleep.
- The ears are large could grasp even the quietest whisper while hunting.
- Tufts of hair on the legs helped Maine coon silently sneak up on their prey while hunting, and well-developed hunting instincts did not leave small rodents no chance.
However, bright and memorable appearance Maine Kunov- this is not their main advantage! On this- more …
Character of the Maine Coon
If you try to briefly describe the nature of the Maine Coon is one word that word would sound as a “Kind” (and, always with a capital letter).
The large size of cats Maine Coon led to a tough selection, which was conducted by man at an early stage of development of the breed on grounds of lack of aggression. Indeed, in the case of aggression in these cats, considering the size of their paws, claws, teeth … it could lead to dire consequences (and this can not be allowed!).
Therefore, the cat breed Maine Coon as a result of human breeding has formed a very friendly character.
Maine-Coon will be forever faithful friend, a wonderful companion and helper around the house for his master!
Maine-Coon- in character “Kind” with a capital letter
Nature of the Maine Coon was originally attracted the attention of farmers and Maine became the basis of a strong friendship with a man that has lasted to the present time.