Maine Coon Cat VS. Norwegian Forest Cat

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Maine Coon Cat VS. Norwegian Forest Cat.
What are the differences between these two cat breeds?
These two cat breeds are a large cat. Most Maine Coons weigh 9 to 18 pounds, males are larger and some tip the scales at 20 or more pounds. They don't reach their full size until they are three to five years old. Norwegian Forest males can weigh 13 to 22 pounds or more, with females somewhat smaller. Norwegian Forest matures slowly and isn’t full-grown until 5 years of age.
The good-natured and affable Maine Coon adapts well to many lifestyles and personalities. They like being with people and have the habit of following them around, but they aren't needy. They're happy to receive attention when you direct it their way, but if you're busy, they're satisfied to just supervise your doings. Close a door on them and they will wait patiently for you to realize the error of your ways and let them in. They're not typically a lap cat, but they do like to be near you.
They also retain their skill as a mouser. No rodents will be safe in a home where a Maine Coon resides. Even if you don't have any mice for them to chase, they'll keep their skills sharp by chasing toys and grabbing them with their big paws. A Maine Coon also enjoys playing fetch and will retrieve small balls, toys, or wadded-up pieces of paper. They can climb as well as any cat but usually prefer to stay on the ground level.
They're also very smart and will happily learn tricks or play with puzzle toys that challenge their brain. Maine Coons usually enjoy a kittenish love of play well into adulthood. Males, especially, are prone to silly behavior. Females are more dignified, but they aren't above a good game of chase. Not especially vocal, they make any requests in a soft chirp or trill.
The gentle and friendly Norwegian Forest Cat is fond of family members but does not demand constant attention and petting. He is satisfied to be in the same room with people and will entertain himself if no one is home. Although he appreciates the human company, he can be a bit reserved with visitors. Even with family, he’s not much of a lap cat, but a nice scritch between the ears or beneath the chin is always welcome, and he’ll usually reciprocate with a nice head butt or cheek rub. He communicates with classic Scandinavian restraint. His quiet voice is employed only when he needs something, dinner on time, perhaps and rises only if he is ignored.
This large and athletic cat is a climber. You will often find him at the highest point he can reach in the home, and unlike some cats, he doesn’t have any qualms about descending trees or other heights headfirst. Thanks to his heritage as a wilderness and farm cat, not to mention his waterproof coat, the Norwegian Forest Cat thinks nothing of fishing in a body of water for a nice meal. Aquarium and koi pond denizens, beware. While he loves the outdoors, he is content to live quietly in a home. This is a smart, independent cat who learns quickly and has an alert nature. He likes to play and thrives with a busy family that loves him.
Both pedigreed cats and mixed-breed cats have varying incidences of health problems that may be genetic in nature. Problems that may affect the Maine Coons and Norwegian Forests are,
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a form of heart disease that is inherited in Maine Coons. A DNA-based test is available to identify cats that carry one of the mutations that cause the disease.
Polycystic kidney disease, a slowly progressive heritable kidney disease that can result in renal failure.
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[@tatjana1707]

I currently have a Norwegian forest cat and he is unbelievably cuddly, affectionate, yet silly, playful and would eat every single thing he sees 😁

[@iole1116]

Same :)

[@Starphixx]

Mine is the same! And she chirps very often, talking to me haha :D

[@tatjana1707]

@@Starphixx Yes, mine as well. Particularly when he wants to eat or play 😁 I love that sound 😁

[@Starphixx]

@@tatjana1707 yeah me too! Very cute compared to the normal meowing. And a bit nicer to the ears haha 😊

[@marthahawkinson-michau9611]

My sister has a Maine Coon mix, and he’s a really good kitty. Very protective of HIS house, and is actually capable of picking a fight with bobcat if necessary. He clocks in around 15 pounds too, so he is the size of a small bobcat. Temperament wise, he’s actually a very mild mannered kitty, and not prone to confrontations. He does however have a distinct fondness for small, tasty rodents. Especially chipmunks, although he will settle for mice when necessary.

[@theinfjgoyim5508]

No, you are wrong. A bobcat? Please stop making shit up. It doesn't help.

[@marthahawkinson-michau9611]

@@theinfjgoyim5508 Well, he used to be 15 pounds, but now clocks in at 22 pounds. Huge kitty, very furry, super muscular, and unbelievably not fat. I did say previously that my nephew is capable of taking on a SMALL bobcat. Bobcats aren’t actually really that big. Just bigger than average size house cats, which my cat-nephew isn’t.

[@lioness61turner24]

My little sheepoo passed away in February of 2021, she was my best friend. Really a good dog. I still mourn for her. So I went to the humane society, months later after my puppy girl passed away and decided to get a cat. I adopted her, come to find out she is a Norwegian Forest cat. Beautiful and very sweet. 🦁🐾🐾

[@tonysargent9297]

Got a rescue, top 3 from a DNA test is maine coon, American short hair, and Norwegian forest cat. 1 year old and sitting at 18lbs.

[@Solomon0424]

Lucky

[@kachuleinchen]

This explains a lot. We always joked about our maine coon Jinnie being the smallest maine coon ever but she's gotten bigger over the years and now at 5 years old, she seems a lot bigger. Still not among the biggest maine coons but she can make herself quite long. Jinnie had a difficult start at life and used to be extremely scared of everything, it was even hard to pet her. But in the past 4 years of living with us, the love we gave her made her feel a lot more secure. Jinnie's now like a toddler. She loves being around/near us and follows us everywhere. She sleeps a lot but has to sleep close to us. Jinnie wasn’t a lap cat when she was younger but nowadays, she is. She loves nothing more than jumping up on our laps and taking a nap. She isn't very needy, like the video said but absolutely loves attention but sometimes she does have her little "I want pets now" moments. I really love her to bits

[@NinjaTrackProductions]

I was lucky to adopt my Norwegian Forest Cat from a shelter 8 years ago. My older cat died after 17 years. I'd like to find another Norwegian but it's almost impossible after the pandemic hit.

[@alejandrososa3969]

I just found one in my car engine this mourning

[@shadow61821]

I love norwegian forest cats

[@patk8417]

It makes sense that these two are related. I am a dog person, but these cats would make a very suitable replacement in my mind. The squirrels in my backyard unfortunately won't stand a chance.

[@SKZZOONTOOP]

I love them both sooooo much, they are my favorite cat breeds

[@elijahclark6093]

We have a Norwegian. He's a strange cat. Super cuddly. Very lovable. But also mind of aggressive and sort of a dick. He'll be all lovey one second and the next he's biting you. He'll follow me through the woods for hours or spend an afternoon just lounging around the house. He'll eat just about anything and will beg at the table like a dog. Or He'll steal it off the counter if you leave it out. Definitely different than any cat I've had before.

[@williardbillmore5713]

Genetic testing and genome mapping has shown that, without a doubt, Maine Coons are descendents of Norwegian Forest Cats crossed with domestic breeds. When comparing the two, all you are really observing is a degree of dilution. Maine Coons get many of their distinctive behaviors and physical traits ...their size, coat, friendly demeanor, loyalty, intelligence and fascination with moving water directly from the Norwegian Forest Cats. Many cat fanciers and breeders don't like it , but genes don't lie. I have had both breeds and they are so similar it is uncanny. We had a Maine Coon male for 16 years and now we have a two year old Norwegian Forest Cat also a male. They may look a little different , but they behave in almost exactly the same ways. Our Maine Coon weighed 20 pounds and our Norwegian weighs 17 1/2 pounds, but he is still growing.

[@catalbegada9543]

Me and my partner are torn between which to get, I love the idea of a Main Coon but he's obsessed with Norwegian FC. We were actually wondering whether or not it would be possible to get one of each and have them cohabitate happily with each other. How do you find your two feel about each others company? Do you think genders would be a part to play in them getting along? Any advice would be greatly appreciated 🙏😁

[@williardbillmore5713]

@@catalbegada9543 Two cats are always happier than one. As far as the "breeds" go between MCs and NFCs...I have had both and they are a distinction without a difference. Get them at a shelter not a "breeder".. They always make better pets. The important thing is to return the love they readily will give to you

[@catalbegada9543]

@@williardbillmore5713 bless you 🙏🏽 definitely would get them from a shelter. That's good to know, as I've always been under the impression that cats are territorial and solitary animals. Thanks for the advice

[@williardbillmore5713]

@@catalbegada9543 House cats are social animals and can be every bit as affectionate with each other as they will be with their humans. The only territorial conflicts will arise if you have an established older cat and you introduce another adult cat into the household. Even then, most cats will eventually adjust. If you get two younger cats around the same age they will act like siblings and will bond with one another as they bond with your family. Often shelters will have real siblings already bonded and ready for adoption together. Just ask. House cats hate to be left alone. I have seen several heartbreaking home surveillance videos of lone cats crying, pacing and distraught, searching the home when left all alone when their humans go off to work. A companion cat will always help them cope, emotionally, with any solitude they may need to endure, playing, lounging, eating and sleeping together. Good luck.... I have a feeling there is a pair of lucky, loving young cats out there just waiting to be adopted by a caring couple like you.

[@gunnarkvinlaug9079]

The ears and size makes the most obvious partner- in- crime; the Bobcat!

[@spirituallifecoachinginsti7207]

I HAVE A NORWEIGN FEMALE - SPAYED....BIG EATER....PLAYFUL 2-1/2.....I HAVE A MALE... MAINE COON MIX...13....HE IS SO SMART LOVING.....JEALOUS OF HER.....BOTH ARE BEAUTIFUL....LONG HAIR ....RESCUE CATS.....I DO THIS, SINCE 2005....STOP BY....!!!

[@whatismypurpos]

I'm happy I came across this video, I was trynna find out about the cat breeds cause I want both cats (along with 2 dogs) and this summed stuff up pretty well for me, thanks

[@karolinajaskiewicz1409]

I have two female norvegian forest cat.

[@gunnarkvinlaug9079]

A NFC and a Bobcat: Oh, they grow up so fast!

[@talha9196]

I have a cat that is part maincoon, European short hair and Norwegian forest cat

[@pepegapapaya]

my Norwegian forest cat definitely loves to climb. Like the video said he climbs down head first and jumps down from very high off the tree. I'm worried he'll hurt themselves but he's a beast so far no problems

[@paulinewhitehouse2568]

I have a Norwegian male cat his name is SPARKIE

[@patrickmcgee8556]

also norwegian forest cats are excellent hunters....if you have a norwegian in your house you will NEVER have rodents of any kind....even squirells stand no chance

[@chriswalls5831]

Both nice

[@Nathan-Croft]

Maine Coon is even more beautiful

[@theremnantrising]

I took in this giant stray with a long mane, sooo loving, head buts me on the regular, quite brilliant, turns out she is a NFC. Bigger than my Siberian male, but she's patient and allows him to alpha 😂😂😂 most of the time

[@daisymay3426]

I have a NFC and he's very aloof and isn't that keen on cuddles, but he loves being in the garden with me and he runs from tree to tree going to the very top in seconds,in the house he sleeps on the top shelf of cupboards, completely ignoring any bed that's provided specially for him

[@user619tlsdca5]

Are the kittens born with bushy mane or what age do kittens start to show the extended mane?

[@Nathan-Croft]

Great video!

[@kittenlife6650]

Thanks for the visit

[@foxycalico409]

Hello Floofies💖💝

[@tablelegz]

I don’t know which my cat is but I think Maine Coon because my cats dumb and nice

[@borkasiamese4617]

Lol :))))

[@beautybb5456]

🥰

[@haingis]

"keep them safe indoors!!! don't let the coyotes and dogs spread their plague upon them, and let eeeevil people steal them" this is the part where I said to myself that I'm happy I don't live in the US : )

[@cubiczirconiabeard5366]

@Jason Berryman there's also puddles of ethylene glycol from car antifreeze, and pit bull fighting rings use them for contests and to train their dogs. In my youth, none of the cats lasted longer than 3 years because we let them go outside. As an adult, I've had my indoor cats since 2007.

[@cubiczirconiabeard5366]

@Jason Berryman you give vague reasons, things that people won't grasp. While I give emphatic concrete reasons that people can grasp.

[@truth4004]

That happened everywhere though. Evil people everywhere and not getting better.

[@truth4004]

@@cubiczirconiabeard5366 They will get run over by vehicles or shot by hunters for fun.

[@felisfelidae6113]

@@truth4004 Laser Foot isn’t disagreeing w/you. They are only being more specific. Where I currently live, the main concern for indoor/outdoor cats & community cats are hit & run car incidents & the #1 reason they die, become injured & disappear is due to Fisher Cats. Fisher Cats are nasty & very aggressive & not shy. Despite their name, they are closer related to Minks, Ferrets & the related animal class. They are not to be confused w/ the cat breed/type called Fishing Cats, who tend to be shy like most wild cats. They are about the size of a larger smaller wild cat. If they are not confronted & not sick, they won’t attack. In general, foxes (obligate carnival like cats) & skunks (omnivore/insectivore) don’t go after cats , not only because they tend to be the smaller, but because they are shy & if they are healthy, they shy away from animals. I had a friend who had a pet fox & he was litter box trained, played like a cat (esp. fetch) & was attention seeking & cuddly like a affectionate cat rather than like a dog. Unfortunately, my friend’s fox was an escape artist & bolted out of the front door. They had been fined & had to go to court. 🥺😩

[@riskychannel001]

Little different but have good looking... How much long age of kitten?

[@taniaariesty7557]

I think it's all the same for any breed of cat, they're a kitten until the age of 1 year and becoming adult cat

[@devannylopez8454]

I don't know bout the other cat but the Maine Coon takes 3 to 5 years for it to get fully grown their 1st year though is when they grow the most

[@joannvarnado2844]

Norwegian forest cat cost

[@cubiczirconiabeard5366]

so there's no difference?

[@marthahawkinson-michau9611]

They are exceptionally similar in every dimension. Not QUITE the same. The Norwegian Forest Cat was one of the breeds that made a significant contribution to the Maine Coon Cat breed. Many of the similarities came from breeding different cats with the same general goals and purposes in mind.

[@suzannfulbright5652]

The Norwegian is a climber, Maine Coon prefers the ground.

[@marthahawkinson-michau9611]

@@suzannfulbright5652 that too. The Norwegian excels at climbing everything it can find, and there are old legends in Norway of the skogskatt climbing rock faces. In comparison, the Maine Coon prefers to climb as little as possible, and may actually beg to be helped down from things it shouldn’t have climbed on. My sister’s Maine Coon certainly hates climbing, and only really bothers to when tasty small critters are to be hunted. That said , he also prefers chipmunks over birds. He told me that chipmunks taste better, but I think it’s really because he just sucks at hunting birds. Ground squirrel 🐿 is much easier for him to catch, and he doesn’t have to listen to the birds laughing at him.

[@cubiczirconiabeard5366]

@@marthahawkinson-michau9611 on another YT vid, maine coons have inwardly curve nose. norwegian forests have a straight nose profile. so my cat is a maine, but he use to love climbing until his hip broke. at 15 years old, he plays way more than my younger two adult cats

[@marthahawkinson-michau9611]

@@cubiczirconiabeard5366 breaking bones will do that to just about anybody. Cat or human.

[@raukoring]

The difference: one is a beautiful Viking cat the other is Ron Pearlman

[@salliemcmillian6545]

Ò^Ó

[@CordeliaWagner1999]

Indoor cats suffer. Don't do that.

[@Chillypuwn]

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