PAWSitive Passages

Greetings From Maine Coon Cat Nation!

It's already that time of year again! We're about to hold our annual moment of Coonie gratitude. I hope you join us! 

Hop over to the submission page here to share what your Coonie is grateful for this year. On Thursday, I will upload the new page full of Thanksgiving Cat Thoughts. 

Even if you aren't celebrating the holiday itself, gratitude is such a powerful positive force. It's one of my favorite pages on the site!

Fall Featured Coonies:

Come meet Barron, Royce, Blaze, Coyote, Falkor, Jack and Willow in our Fall Photo Album! Each has more photos and a story to share.

If you haven't joined our albums, or haven't sent a photo lately, come join our latest album here :)

New Maybe-Maines: 

In our "is s/he a Maine Coon or mix?" section, folks come to ask other Maine Coon lovers in this community for their opinion. Feel free to visit and share your thoughts on these new additions:

Updates: The following articles have been newly expanded, updated and refreshed:

1,000 Male Kitten Names For Your Fluffy Boy

What are the best male kitten names? 

If you are on the hunt for a super cool boy kitten name you are in the right place! 

If this massive list of male cat names doesn't get your creative juices flowing, nothing will!

Maine Coon Cat Breeders: How to Choose a Quality Cattery

Here are some things to know when talking about Maine Coon cat breeders. It's a smart idea to research the cattery when looking for available kittens!

Are you ready to add a Maine Coon kitten to your life? There are lots of Maine Coon breeders. 

The first step to buying a pedigreed kitten is to find a registered, reputable Maine Coon breeder.

Adopt a Shelter Cat Month: How to Support Pet Rescue

So, it may be no where near June but this page still needed a refresh! 

During American Humane's Adopt A Shelter Cat Month, and any other time - if you've been on the fence about rescuing or adopting a cat, Maine Coon or otherwise, there is no better time!

Reader Questions:

Why Does Gemma Bite?

Danielle in San Diego asks: "I have a 18 month old female Maine Coon that I got from a breeder.

I've had a male Maine Coon in the past and know they are social, lovable and friendly. Gemma is not.

She is a full time indoor cat due to coyotes. I always had a cat that was indoor/outdoor so Gemma is my first to be indoors all the time..."

...cont. reading

If you like these updates, you may like our "Daily Digest!" It's just a short automatic email sent to you on the days we add a new post, or a new addition to the Photo Albums. You're welcome to join our mailing group here. =^..^=

PS: For folks who reply to these emails and are looking for a Maine Coon, please note that I am not a breeder, or affiliated with a breeder. This website serves fans of Coonies worldwide; our focus is on community, and on breed-specific articles. You can find an extensive breeder directory and lots of advice regarding finding Coonies in our How to Find a Maine Coon section.