Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How big do Maine Coons get?
A: Males typically reach 15–25 lbs; females 12–18 lbs. They grow slowly and may take up to 3–4 years to fully mature.
Q: Do Maine Coons require special grooming?
A: They need regular brushing (2–3 times weekly) to prevent tangles and shedding. Most tolerate grooming well.
Q: When can kittens go to their new homes?
A: Most Maine Coon kittens go home at 12 weeks after vetting, vaccinations, and socialization. Occasionally, a kitten may stay a few weeks longer if it’s in the kitten’s best interest.
Q: Are your kittens registered?
A: Yes — every litter is registered with The International Cat Association (TICA). Paperwork will be provided upon request with proof of spay or neuter.
Q: What’s included with a kitten?
A: Appropriate vaccinations (2×), full deworming, microchip, two veterinary exams, TICA registration, a 2-year health guarantee, deluxe carrier, 30 days of free pet insurance, and a contract.
Q: Can I visit the cattery?
A: Visits may be scheduled after the kitten’s first core vaccine (at around 8 weeks). We are a closed cattery, which means we do not allow any visitors inside our home. This is our private residence, and we value privacy and safety. If you are local, we can arrange to meet in a safe, public area so you can meet your kitten. We typically offer video calls, videos, and frequent photo updates.
Q: Do you offer a waitlist?
A: Yes — we operate a waitlist for future litters, especially for specific colors or traits. You can join the waitlist by signing our contract and placing a $500 deposit. The contract and deposit secure your pick order when kittens become available around 8 weeks of age. We offer kittens to our waitlist exclusively before offering them to the public.
Q: Do you offer transportation?
A: Yes — case by case. We offer transportation within a certain radius for an hourly rate. There are also third-party pet transport services available if needed.
Q: What health testing do you perform?
A: We utilize Wisdom Panel/Optimal Selection on our program cats and also perform echocardiograms. We offer a 2-year health guarantee against HCM, PKD, and SMA.
Q: Do you offer breeding rights?
A: Yes — case by case. We offer breeding rights only to established or friendly catteries with experience breeding and showing cats.
Q: Can Maine Coons be outside?
A: Our contract stipulates that your cat must remain indoors only. This is important for keeping your cat safe and healthy. All warranties and guarantees are voided if this rule is broken.
Q: How much does a kitten cost?
A: Adoption pricing is specific to each kitten, but generally ranges from $2,800–$3,200. Special traits such as Phoenix color typically cost around $5,000–$6,000 depending on availability.