Respectfully that sure is a biggie. Do you know how many pounds. Looks like a nice kitty. My Tuxedo is 18 pounds. When I take him to the vet and open the carrier, the assistants remark, WoW That's A Big Cat. So, So Special. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your kind words. To be honest with you, it really makes no differanceI agree that Siberian is a good call; I would like to see more pictures highlighting his face, though. Even if they don't change our mind, then we get to see more pictures of this adorable kitty!
That is so amazing how these three breeds are so similar.sabian and
jimmycatlover - I'd have to agree with Sabian here - he looks more Siberian to me as well, and in fact @curlyqpgh 's big beautiful boy has distinctly Siberian features as well (though in fairness, more photos would certainly help). Maine Coons have pronounced broad muzzles and clear-cut jowl lines; this is TCS member @mightyboosh 's long-line (Supreme Grand Champions and International Grand Champions) "Oliver" -
https://thecatsite.com/attachments/img_2033-jpg.189123/
and his stunning Siberian, "Chubchub" -
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showing similar facial features to both of the cats who now grace this thread. As to Norwegian Forest Cats, They're all angles and no curves, unlike Maine Coons and Siberians - with distinctly triangular head shaping. Here's my little Bob - an NFC:
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Sabian - I think "Siberian" is a good call; let's see ifabyeb and @stefanz agree.
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Note: The pic shows Babie Brucie in the corner with a leash when
M maggiedemi (and
jimmycatlover
) - The Big Breeds honestly don't seem to care about the cold. The February that Bob came into the main house from the cat house, his move was prompted by the weather (and the fact that the heat couldn't quite keep up with the outside temperatures). He was docile enough to simply carry, but near the back door, he squirmed 'round, and jumped out of my arms into a pile of snow. He "swam" around for a minute, shook himself off, and walked slowly back to me. It was -16º F that evening, and he seemed not even to notice - he was just intent upon making a Cat-Shaped Snow Angel.
jimmycatlover
- I agree it makes no difference the breed. Tuxedo is a beautiful boy, I love his little white mittens. He looks happy and I'm sure appreciates his loving home. I'm sure the rescue you got him from probably said he was a Maine Coon mix. That's what they said about my Manny. A lot of rescues seem to say that not knowing the difference in the breeds. I thought he may have some MC in him but knew there was something else there and couldn't put my finger on it. I posted on the Describe my cat forum and abyeb, CatOverTheLine, and Stefanz which are very good with their breeds suggested Siberian. After a few minutes research I agreed completely. I wasn't disappointed. He's the same awesome cat regardless but I think it helps to know what your dealing with in knowing characteristics and habits of a certain breed if problems arise.
Hekitty and I agree with you on that! How we ended up in NC is just beyond me. And the COAST, not even the mountains! It is 74 degrees here today!
Quite a few years ago I was watching a special, probably on Animal Planet, about a cat mascot at some far northern weather observatory. They showed clips of him playing quite happily outside in -30 degrees. He didn't stay out too long in those temps, but BOY was that a happy cat! I can't remember if he was Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest, or a Siberian, but definitely one of those.
Maggiedemi, if you're curious, you could start a thread in our Describing Cats Forum.
Do you have any pics on your computer?
You have a way to take digital photo's right? If so, do you know how to get them to PC?I trying to figure out the extent of your knowledge. Maybe I can walk you through it? Be glad to help!
