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Maine Coon

Maine Coon
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The Maine coon, known as the “gentle giant,” has a soft, thick coat and a long tail. Maine coons take four to five years to mature, and a full-grown male can weigh as much as 8.1 kg (18 lb). The Maine coon is the only long-haired breed of cat native to North America.
Courtesy of Hollywood Edge. All rights reserved./Robert Pearcy/Animals Animals
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