Buyer question
How long does a Maine Coon live?
Our Animal Library gives the Maine Coon a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Maine Coon page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Maine Coon in the Animal Library
The detail
A big, rugged longhair that grew up as a working barn cat in New England winters. That history shows: sociable, steady and playful well into adulthood, with a coat and a frame that need real room and regular brushing.
- Origin
- Maine, United States
- Best fit
- Families, multi-pet homes
- Temperament
- Friendly, chatty, easygoing
What to weigh
A large cat eats more, needs a bigger litter box and sturdier furniture, and takes up to four years to finish growing. The breed also carries known heart and hip risks that make parent testing important.