Maine Coon weight by month

Maine Coons are truly amazing creatures that can make a lasting impression on the person who sees them for the first time. These luxurious cats are very large in size, especially when compared to most other breeds. Their muzzles look more serious and even a little harsh, but this does not mean that Maine Coons are cruel and aggressive animals. Today we will take a closer look at these unusual pets and find out how their weight changes depending on age.

The luxurious representatives of the famous Maine Coon breed are amazing creatures. Due to the unusual external data, these pets are difficult to confuse or not recognize. The main distinguishing feature of Maine Coons is their large size and impressive weight. According to experts, some adults can reach a weight of a couple of tens of kilograms. The standard parameters for females are usually 5-8.5 kg, and for males - 8-12 kg. This is uncommon for most cats.

Since adults are heavy, kittens are usually born larger. They develop more quickly than their counterparts of other breeds.

Maine Coons are distinguished from other subspecies and other interesting features. For example, fluffy frill collars, formed from solid and thick wool, attract special attention.Such details make the appearance of this unusual cat even more solid and rich. Maine Coons' tail grows no less chic and fluffy.

Many people, first encountering such a breed, cannot believe that little kittens will very soon grow into real fluffy giants. If you keep such a gorgeous pet at home, then you should know how its weight changes as it gets older.

Before proceeding directly to the consideration of all Maine Coon weight norms, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the list of the main factors influencing the growth of these amazing animals.

• Floor. This is one of the most important factors affecting the development of pedigree kittens. Boy kittens will always be more impressive than girls.
• Genes. Genetics plays an important role in the growth of kittens. In large individuals, kittens will be born large. As a rule, they grow larger and heavier, on a par with their closest relatives.
• The physical state a newly born kitten. Babies who are born weak will grow less rapidly and are unlikely to grow very large.
• Litter abundance. Kittens that come from a small litter are born larger and stronger. If the litter is numerous, then the babies are unlikely to be large.
• The conditions in which the mother cat is kept during the period of gestation and feeding of the offspring. If a cat eats balanced feed and products all days of gestation and feeding, it is kept in optimal and comfortable conditions for it, then it will certainly bring healthy and high-quality offspring. Such babies will grow as they should.
• Stressful situations. If in the house where cats are kept, a rather hectic environment is constantly observed, if the owners often scream and swear, make noisy repairs, then the changed habitual rhythm of Maine Coon life can lead to severe stress. As a result, a purebred kitten can grow much more slowly than in calm conditions.
• Past illnesses. Kittens that have suffered various kinds of illnesses grow many times worse than their healthy counterparts who were not ill with anything. In some cases, growth not only slows down, but stops altogether.
• Feeding. In order for a pet to grow well in accordance with its age, it is necessary to provide it with proper, balanced and nutritious nutrition. There is no need to buy cheap food of economy class for a kitten or give food from a human table.

Only if we bear in mind all the factors listed above that affect the growth of a Maine Coon kitten, can we expect him to develop normally in accordance with all existing standards. If there are any shortcomings, for example, problems with the baby's health, then they must be solved quickly by contacting a veterinarian.

Since the adult Maine Coon has impressive size and weight, kittens of this breed are born large. Cubs of other breeds cannot boast of such indicators. A newborn Maine Coon kitten can weigh 80 g, but this is the minimum value. On average, cubs from this famous breed weigh between 100 and 180 g. In most cases, male kittens are heavier than female cubs.

If you have a handsome little Maine Coon at home, then you should watch how he grows. Paying attention to such age-related changes in the animal, you will know for sure whether it is developing correctly, whether it has health problems.

Babies of this breed already in the first month have more weight than most of their counterparts. Up to a year, these animals develop at a rapid pace. Two-month-old Maine Coon babies in most cases in weight reach a mark exceeding 1 kg. As for three-month-old individuals, they often outstrip adults of other breeds in size. Maine Coon, who has reached 4 months, can weigh 3.5 kg. It should be borne in mind that such data are not limiting. Some animals grow even faster and weigh more.

The weight of a Maine Coon, whose age "got" to 5 months, can be more than 4 kg. During this period, the growth of the animal of this breed is very rapid. At 6 months, the weight of these large cats is 5.3 kg (if we are talking about a boy). Upon reaching 7 months, Maine Coons "get" to the mass of a full-fledged adult of most breeds.

As soon as the age of the cat was 9 months, its weight reaches 7 kg. When the former cute kitten turns 10 months old, he transforms into a real fluffy giant. At 1 year old, the weight of this unusual pet can reach 8.5-9.5 kg. It is during this period that in the first place there is a sharp jump in the mass of the pet.

We must not forget that the weight of the animal in the course of its growth will depend on a large number of different facts and conditions of detention. If you suddenly notice that your pet does not fall into the declared norms, then you do not need to worry.

You can track how your giant pet is developing based on the indicators entered in a special Maine Coon growth chart up to a year.

You can find out the exact and final weight of the Maine Coon only at the moment when he turns 3 years old. It is up to this time that your home furry giant will grow.

Mature Maine Coon females, who are already 3 years old, can weigh about 4.5 or 7.5 kg, and males - 8-10 kg. These figures are average. Of course, your pet can grow with other weight indicators as well. These original pets are usually 120cm long, so it's hard to believe that their weight can only be 4.5 or 8 kg. If the owner closely monitors the growth rate of his animal and the volume of food consumed by him, then the seal can reach 15 kg in weight.

The record weight of an adult is 20 kg or more. By the way, this indicator is included in the Guinness Book of Records. If a pet has reached a similar weight due to an impressive fat mass, then it cannot be called healthy. The cat should not be overfed. Obesity entails a lot of unpleasant consequences for a cat of absolutely any breed.

To monitor the parameters of adults, you should rely on the table with the values ​​of the height and weight of Maine Coons from 1 year old.

As you can see, usually Maine Coon growth slows down significantly and practically stops when they turn one year old. Horse racing can occur until the pet is 3 years old. Throughout the life of these animals, changes in weight and size occur periodically. If you notice that your pet has begun to gain too quickly and strongly or to lose weight rapidly, then it is better to visit a veterinarian with him.

It so happens that even a small Maine Coon grows poorly. If the baby is almost not gaining mass, then this is a bad sign. It is believed that the following factors are the main reasons that negatively affect the growth of kittens of this breed.

• Poor mother cat nutrition... Breastfeeding Maine Coon females must be fed at least 3 times a day. It is necessary to give them special high-quality feed for lactating individuals.
• If the kitten is too small, it may just not suckle breast milk.... Another reason may be that the cat has too little milk. So that the baby can get enough, some owners resort to additional feeding with a special cat milk substitute.
• The cause may be the mother's milk, which contains toxins. This product can have a bad effect if the female is sick with mastitis, metritis or uterine abscess. The kitten should not drink such milk, which is given by a cat using various medications and antibiotics.
• Anemia and insufficient vitamin content in the body Is another common reason that prevents Maine Coon kittens from growing normally. If breast milk is lacking all the essential substances, the baby may be weak and small in size.
• Worms can cause poor growth and development of a kitten.... These dangerous parasites in many situations move from mother to offspring through milk. Of course, the worms will not give the kitten any chance of normal growth. In such situations, you must act as soon as possible and contact your veterinarian.
• Maine Coon baby can grow poorly due to a certain genetic disorder... It so happens that among several kittens, one weighs the least and looks very weak from the outside. Similar problems arise in humans when one of the twins looks completely healthy, and the other is barely alive.
• Some diseases can be the main reason why a kitten cannot grow normally. Most often, these are diseases that were transmitted to the baby from the mother. Some diseases develop on their own, without the participation of the female. If the kitten clearly does not feel well (it is vomiting, the stool is broken and the temperature has risen), then you should go to the veterinarian as soon as possible or call the doctor at home. It is very dangerous to waste time in such situations.
• If a purebred Maine Coon female gives birth to kittens from a non-purebred male, then the kitten may face growth problems. Of course, such problems are very rare, but they must be taken into account.

There are times when the Maine Coon begins to lose weight. Such changes indicate that there is a serious problem that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. The most common causes of weight loss are the following factors:

• the presence of parasites in the body of a cat or cat (parasites can be both external and internal) - this is one of the most common causes of weight loss;
• unnecessary stress and nervous shock;
• improperly composed and unbalanced diet, which lacks all the necessary vitamins and supplements;
• hormonal disbalance;
• a sharp change in the usual diet (any changes in nutrition should be carried out gradually so as not to harm the health of the animal);
• problems with the condition of the gastrointestinal tract;
• oncological diseases.

Often, Maine Coon weight loss is accompanied by other alarming symptoms. For example, it can be constipation followed by diarrhea (standard signs in case of animal infection with worms).

If you have a little Maine Coon and follow its correct development, then you should heed some helpful advice.

• Do not give Maine Coon kittens dietary supplements or medicated foods without first consulting your veterinarian. Any drugs and means for increasing body weight, taken without a specialist's indications, can seriously harm these animals.
• If you feed the Maine Coon with special ready-made food, then it must be given in such quantities and sizes that are declared by the manufacturer.
• Do not overfeed your Maine Coon so that it grows faster. Such actions will, of course, lead to weight gain, but it will be unhealthy changes. The animal can suffer from obesity, and this is a serious problem for its health.
• It is advisable to keep the maximum weight of an adult Maine Coon in the range of 11-13 kg, no more.
• Choose for your pets only high-quality food with a lot of vitamins and other nutrients. Maine Coon will not grow properly without adequate nutrition.

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