Dubbed the "Gentle Giant," Maine Coons are "a generally larger, long-haired cat with a reputation for being easy-going and friendly," notes Dr. Delgado. Strong, sturdy, and usually very sociable ...

Maine Coon cat sitting in a lounge Image by Daniel ... so they need to be brushed daily. This domestic long hair sheds a lot, too, all year round, with two big shedding seasons yearly when they ...

Researchers looking into the origin of domestic cats have long considered that cats likely accompanied early farmers during ...