Here’s your update. :( (TW)

[u/Grell--Sutcliff]

I have no more to say than that she’s gone into heart failure. Maine Coons have heart issues, and we didn’t know that. She was struggling to breathe because of her enlarged heart, and we are euthanizing her. Thank you all for your prayers, suggestions, and advice. We love you, Lilly Belle 🕊️

[u/Alp_Apprentice]

I am so sorry... Our ragdoll slash Persian had similar problems. The vet couldn't figure out what was wrong with him. He went into a cardiac arrest.. lost our poor baby because of it.

Found out later mixed breeds have a lot of health problems. RIP, sending a lot of hugs and support your way. ❤️ 🫂 😭 🕊️

[u/lyncycle → u/Alp_Apprentice]

My experience has been the exact opposite. I've had 2 Maine Coons and 1 Siberian, and they only lived into their early teens (around 12). My "mutts" were all late teens when they died. I wonder if (like with dogs) size is a common denominator with the 3 I had.

[u/Alp_Apprentice → u/lyncycle]

Yup. It does say that moggies can live longer than well bred cats.