Thread: Maine Coon wannabe

Originally Posted by Mainestreet

Have a look at her photo and see what you think...is there an MC trying to get out?

Would need to see more (and larger) photos. The M marking is not unique to Maine Coons, despite what many people think. I would look for size/weight, head size/shape, ear size/shape/fur, paw size and whether heavily furred on bottom, tail long and bushy, hair long but actually different lengths at different places on body, and voice (soft).

Here is a link to a page where long time MC breeder Beth Hicks has photographic seminars to help teach breed standards. Probably the best source you will find to understand what a MC is "supposed" to look like. Select one of the seminars (PDFs):
Maine Coon Seminar