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Breed information
Length range : 48-81 cm
Height range : 25-40cm
Weight range : 4.5-11.3kg
Coat : Longhair|heavy shaggy silky water-resistant coat|shorter on shoulders|longer on stomach and britches|plumed tail
Life expectancy years : 9-15
Colors: White|Black|Blue|Red|Cream|Brown|Silver|Tortoiseshell|Bluecream|Golden|many tabby , smoke , shaded , bicolor patterns.
Activitity Level : Moderate to High
Origin: United States
Similar Breeds : Norwegian Forest|Siberian|Turkish Van|Scottish Fold|Scottish Straight|Exotic Shorthair|Selkirk Rex|Somali
History
One of the oldest natural breeds in North America , the Maine Coon developed in New England and is closely associated with Maine. It appeared at early U.S. cat shows , with a brown tabby winning Best Cat at the 1895 Madison Square Garden show , and gained CFA championship status in 1976.
Temperament
Gentle
Personality
gentle|easy-going|friendly|sweet-tempered|loyal|sociable|people-oriented|playful|curious|intelligent
Needs
Needs exercise , interactive play , cat trees or perches , room to run , regular companionship and weight monitoring due to large size and slow growth.
Social Needs
Highly people-oriented but not overly dependent , prefers company , usually gets along with children , dogs and other cats , may follow owners from room to room.
Grooming
Comb the coat 2-3 times a week or more often for some coat types to control shedding , hairballs and matting. Some individuals need daily attention. Occasional bathing may help and teeth brushing and regular nail trimming are recommended.
Nutrition
A balanced high-quality diet should support growth , body condition and hydration. Because the breed can gain excess weight , food quantity should be monitored carefully and exercise encouraged. Clean fresh water should always be available.
Breed Standard
The breed standard describes a solid , rugged , balanced working cat with a long rectangular body , substantial bone , broad chest , square muzzle , large tufted ears , large expressive eyes , shaggy silky coat and long flowing tail. No part should be exaggerated and the cat should remain proportionate and amiable.
Did you know?
The Maine Coon is the official state cat of Maine and is often described as America’s native longhair. Many chirp or trill instead of meowing and some enjoy water.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy , Hip dysplasia , Diabetes mellitus , Dental disease , Hyperthyroidism
Symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Early disease may have no signs and a murmur may be the first finding
2. Lethargy , reduced appetite , rapid breathing , panting , open-mouthed breathing , fainting and sudden painful hind-limb paralysis from blood clots may occur
Hip dysplasia
1. Bunny hopping , limping , stiffness , reluctance to jump , pain when hips are touched and hind-limb muscle loss may occur
2. OA-related pain with movement may develop
Diabetes mellitus
1. Weight loss despite good appetite , increased thirst and urination are common
2. Plantigrade stance of the hind limbs may appear in rare uncontrolled cases
Dental disease
1. Halitosis , excessive salivation , blood in saliva , pain on chewing , difficulty eating , loose teeth , lethargy , weight loss and poor grooming may occur
Hyperthyroidism
1. Weight loss , increased appetite , increased thirst and urination are common
2. Vomiting , diarrhea , hyperactivity and unkempt or greasy coat may occur
Onset of symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Genetic risk is present from birth and screening may detect changes in young adults , while clinical signs may appear from middle age onward
Probability Of Onset:
1. High for this breed because the text indicates a genetic predisposition and HCM may affect up to 15% of all cats
Hip dysplasia
1. Preliminary or early radiographic changes may be found in young cats and clinical pain may appear later as OA develops
Probability Of Onset:
1. High because the supplied breed text says Maine Coons are predisposed and one study showed up to 51% had radiographic evidence
Diabetes mellitus
1. More likely with increasing age and physical inactivity according to the text
Probability Of Onset:
1. Moderate because the text estimates 1:100 to 1:500 cats may be diagnosed during life and obesity raises risk up to fourfold
Dental disease
1. The majority of cats over 2-3 years may show disease warranting intervention and mild gingivitis may begin by 1-2 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high because the disease affects the majority of cats over two years and over 80% may show signs by age 3 without prevention
Hyperthyroidism
1. Mostly affects middle-aged and older cats
Probability Of Onset:
1. High in older cats because it is described as a common disease
Reasons
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. The primary issue is genetic , though taurine and other cardiac nutrients are discussed in the supplied texts as supportive heart nutrients
Diabetes mellitus:
1. Diabetes involves inadequate insulin production or response rather than a simple nutrient lack
Hip dysplasia
1. This is primarily a genetic and conformational problem and not a clear chemical deficiency according to the text
Dental disease
1. This is not caused by a chemical deficiency and plaque accumulation with insufficient oral hygiene is the main issue
Hyperthyroidism
- 1. This is a hormone excess disorder and not a deficiency
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy:
- 1. The text indicates that echocardiography , NT-proBNP , blood pressure and thyroid evaluation may be used for diagnosis
2. Early stages may not require treatment for years
3. Cats with severe left atrial enlargement may receive clopidogrel and CHF may be managed with furosemide , ACE-inhibitors and pimobendan
4. Indoor living is recommended for cats on blood thinners
Hip dysplasia:
- 1. The guidance says weight control and controlled exercise may help first
2. Drug treatment and surgery may be considered by veterinarians and dysplastic changes are irreversible once OA is present
Diabetes mellitus
- 1. The text indicates treatment may include insulin , low-carbohydrate dietary therapy and close monitoring
2. SGLT2 inhibitors may be considered only for appropriate newly diagnosed cats and prior insulin use is not recommended for those cases
Dental disease:
- 1. The text indicates dental scale and polish , root surface debridement , extraction for severe cases and daily home oral care may help
2. Human oral care products are not recommended
Hyperthyroidism:
- 1. The content suggests that medication , radioactive iodine therapy , surgery or dietary therapy may be used
2. Radioactive iodine may be curative and monitoring of kidney function and side effects may be needed. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy :
- 1. Taurine can, might be helpful for heart support
2. Omega-3 fatty acids can, might be helpful for heart function support
3. Coenzyme Q10 can, might be helpful for cellular energy support
4. L-Carnitine can, might be helpful for heart muscle energy use
Hip dysplasia
- 1. Glucosamine can, might be helpful for joint support
2. Chondroitin sulfate can, might be helpful for cartilage support
3. Omega-3 fatty acids can, might be helpful for inflammation support
Diabetes mellitus
- 1. No supplement was identified as primary therapy in the supplied text
Dental disease
- 1. Dental probiotics can, might be helpful for oral microbiome support
2. Seaweed additives (Ascophyllum nodosum) can, might be helpful for tartar and plaque control
Hyperthyroidism
- 1. No supplement was identified as primary therapy in the supplied text
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