10 Surprising Facts About Maine Coon Cats

A Maine coon starred in the Harry Potter films

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They’ve been cloned successfully

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These cats were built for winter

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They love water

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They like to “sing”

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You can walk them with a leash

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Maine coons are a playful breed

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Maine coons have a lovely temperament

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They’re “gentle giants”

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They have interesting origins

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