20 Of The Cutest Maine Coon Kittens – The Gentle Giants, Waiting To Grow Up

Maine Coons large paw (extra large if the cat has a few extra toes) behave like little built-in snowshoes, making walking on the snow easier. Toe tufts, while adorable, are really there to help keep toes warm. This cat's extra-long ear tufts help keep the ears toasty. Where did Maine Coon cats come from? There are some pretty good stories, though. My favorite involves Marie Antoinette, who was queen of France in the late 1700s.