response: Cool!  Oh did you know they have a large range of colors?  Lilac and chocolate are disqualified for showing though.
original_response: They are gorgeous, indeed. They come in a wide range of colors. For showing, the only disqualified colors are lilac and chocolate.
history: Hi, I think the Maine Coo.n cat is so pretty. Can you tell me more about it? Oh sure!  For starters, amongst domesticated cat breeds, they are some of the largest! Wow, I didn't realize they were much bigger than other cats. Where did they come from? There actually aren't any records of their exact origins or date of introduction into the United States, so it's hard to say. Interesting, I take it they are common in the northeast, perhaps Maine? They are, they've even been said to be ''native'' to the state of Maine. They're the official state cat. Oh wow. I wonder if they do better in a colder climate due to all the excess fur. They seem to be big furballs! It's a mystery to me, but they do have a coat that is two layered!  They have a silky undercoat, and longer guard hairs.  They've got a bushy long tail, a ruff along the chest, and a bone structure that is robust.. Next time I visit that area I will try to see if I can find one. I would love to take some great photos of these beautiful cats!
knowledge: The breed's colors vary widely, with only lilac and chocolate disallowed for pedigree.