Maine Coon Cat Breed Profile

Coat Type, Color & Grooming: The Maine Coon comes in many colors and patterns, although it is best known for the brown tabby variety. Here are some of the most common patterns:
Solid colors: Include black, white, orange, blue or cream.
Bi-color: Predominantly white with patches of one other color.
Tortoiseshell or Calico: A patchy pattern made up of three or more distinct colors (usually black, orange, and cream/white).
Tabby: A darker stripy pattern on a lighter background color; most often brown, orange, blue, or cream.

Physical Attributes: Large in size; muscular, broad-chested body with wide-set legs and large paws; medium-wide head with medium-long nose; large, tufted ears; large, wide-set eyes; heavy, shaggy coat with longer hair on stomach, flanks, and tail.

Personality: Friendly and lovable; requires little maintenance; adapts well to other animals; enjoys human companionship; good hunter; tiny voice.