Maine Coon cats are one of the largest breeds of domestic cats in the world, with some males reaching up to 20 pounds or more when fully grown! Some believe that these cats originated in the state of Maine and are known as "gentle giants" due to their temperament and size. In this article, we will take a closer look at just how big Maine coon cats get.
The breed analysis that you receive from a Basepaws Breed + Health Cat DNA test offers an exciting glimpse into your catâs DNA story, yet much of it remains to be told. This includes a definitive story of ancestry, which is difficult to pin down for cats. In todayâs post, weâd like to share some insight into why this is, and to explain the concept of genomic similarity that is at the heart of the Basepaws breed analysis.