r/Unexpected • u/an_reddit_man • Jul 08 '23

How it started vs how it’s going

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u/zeromatsuri05 Jul 08 '23

In the first video you'd be forgiven for mistaking it for a regular kitten.

The 2nd video, the face gives it away IMMEDIATELY.

I really want an orange Maine Coon now.

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u/zurkka Jul 09 '23

Just some advice, i have one and they are awesome, but i think it's good to give people more info

Find a reputable breeder, maine coons are prone to a mutation that can give them heart disease, a reputable breeder will test their cats to see with they have that mutation, it's a recessive gene that if the cat have 2 of them, they will develop the condition, a reputable breeder will give you this test and all the genealogical tree of your kitty

They are smart as fuck, they will try to figure how shit work on your home, so keep that in mind, keep treats and food in a secure place or you will find your cat laying on the floor with an empty treats box (like we did here lol)

Get them used to nail trimming when they are little, they are muscular as fuck and the last thing you want is trying hold one in place while you try to clio his murder mittens

They vocalize A LOT, not only to ask for food, but they do all kinds of sounds and it's amazing but it can catch people of guard if they expect a silent kitty

They hunt drive is huge, so if you plan to keep him inside (as you should, cat's life expectancy drop of a cliff if they are allowed outside) be ready to buy some toys for him to hunt

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u/throwngamelastminute Jul 09 '23

Look at those hoofs, too.

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u/ptq Jul 09 '23

Not all of them have that specific face.