SHOULD I GET A MALE OR FEMALE MAINE COON?

(Photo - Black Smoke MALE Maine Coon/White FEMALE Maine Coon/Seal FEMALE Siamese/Lilac MALE Siamese - All full grown cats for size comparison)

As you may have guessed Male Maine Coons are larger than Female Maine Coons....But only by a couple pounds and couple inches.

A Maine Coon whether male or female will dwarf a normal housecat.

Almost all Maine Coons are family pets that love to be with people, but as with all pets they all have their own unique personalities.

To truly make the best decision for yourself please talk to your breeder.  Any great breeder will be able to tell you each kittens personality to help you make the best choice in which kitten would work best for you. 

How much time do you think you’ll spend with your kitty? Female Maine Coons are more like typical cats, somewhat aloof and okay with bouts of alone time. 

By contrast, male Maine Coon cats are much more likely to exhibit needy qualities. They may need to spend a significant amount of time with you. That’s great if you work from home or have plenty of free time to play with your cat daily. 

If free time sounds like a dream, think about getting a female Maine Coon. They need plenty of cuddles and kisses but not your constant attention. 

 If you want to live with a confident kitty who loves nothing more than trotting at your side, look for male Maine Coon cats. They’re known for having bolder, more outgoing personalities than females.

Female Maine Coon cats are friendly too, but they’re a little more reserved. A female Maine Coon is less likely to follow you from room to room.

Don’t think that females don’t like to play, however. Maine Coons are incredibly popular cats in part because of their fun and zesty personalities.