Maine Coon Cats – Eight Things You May Not Know About Them.

Myths and legends handed down through generations have told the tale that the Maine Coon cat is a cross between a semi-wild cat, a domestic cat and a racoon, hence the name Maine Coon!. Another legend is that the cats originated from the longhaired cats that belonged to Marie Antoinette and sent to America where she was planning to escape to from the French Revolution. Here are seven more things you may not know about Maine Coon cats: * The Maine Coon Cat is the only native long haired cat from North America, held in high regard for their ‘mousing talents’. Originally a working cat and through natures own breeding program, have developed into the strongest and most adaptable cats to survive the harsh New England winters. * Everything about the cat points to the h View the rest of this article