What is their fur like?
A Maine coon has a medium to long coat that is soft and silky; however, the texture varies with coat color. Its length is shorter on the cat’s head and shoulders and longer elsewhere. Some cats have a lion-like ruff around their necks that gives them a shaggy coat look.
The coon coats vary with the seasons — they are fuller in winter and thinner during the warmer months.
Do they shed?
Like all other cats, Maine coons shed — how they do it depends on the cat.
Some shed year-round, while others shed seasonally. Cats in warmer climates might have thinner fur than those that live in colder temperatures, but they are more likely to shed year-round.
Fluffier cats typically shed more than those with silky fur.
Do Maine coons need grooming?
As they have long hair, the coat of a Maine coon should be brushed two to three times a week to prevent matting. Their claws should be consistently trimmed, and their teeth brushed regularly.
Do they need to be bathed?
Cats are self-cleaning, and Maine coons are no exception. If you have an indoor cat, they don’t need bathing. If your cat spends most of their time outdoors, they might need a bath here and there.
As cat owners know, bathing a feline is no easy feat, but remember, Maine coons like water!
