10/12/2022
Made In The USA
Maine C**ns just as their name suggests first originated within the state of Maine, USA. They are one of the oldest and largest domestic cat breeds in North America and are believed to first be seen roaming the state within the New England area. Later going on to be named the official state cat of Maine in 1985.
There are many myths, legends, and folk tales about how today’s Maine C**n really came into existence in the USA. However, it’s most commonly believed that ships carrying new settlers and cargo during the American colonization period would also have come ashore with cats onboard.
The newly arriving cats would not only have been kept as pets by the early settlers but also played a big role within early settlements protecting food stores and farms from mice and other rodents.
These early cat settlers would have arrived in the USA as many different breeds, colors, shapes, and sizes. Then go on to breed together and with other native or domestic American Cats to produce today’s version of the Maine C**n Cat. The early Maine C**ns were a much-loved breed due to their friendly characteristics and proficient hunting skills that proved valuable for protecting early settlements.
