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

Everybody, meet the Maine coons, a unique breed of domestic house cat that have been dubbed ‘gentle giants’. Although this giants breeding history of origin is unknown, it’s most likely its ancestors came with the ships of 11th-century Norsemen. In our opinion, these fluffy giants are the most majestic breed of cat around. With their stunning fluffy coats and amazing character traits. It’s difficult not to agree. We have compiled, our top 20 favourite photos of them for you to enjoy.

Shortly after F.R. Pierce published his book, some Maine farmers held the "Maine State Champion Coon Cat" contest at the Skowhegan Fair. And in 1895 a dozen Maine Coons were entered into one cat show in Boston and in another at Madison Square Garden in New York. A female Maine Coon named Cosey won best in show in New York. The silver dollar that Cosey won is now on display at the Cat Fancier's Association library.