Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is the price of your maine coons?

Our pricing reflects the care, planning, and investment that goes into both our adult cats and each litter before kittens leave for their new homes. Proper health testing involves far more than just DNA panels — it includes extensive screening that costs thousands of dollars and sometimes requires retiring cats from our breeding program to prioritize long-term health. We do not cut corners on veterinary care. All exams, vaccinations, and spay/neuter procedures are performed by our licensed veterinarian, ensuring your kitten receives proper health care from the start.

Current pricing is as follows:

Kittens are $2700
Young adults 1-2 years of age are $1500
Retired adults 2-5 years are $1000
Retired adults 5+ years are $800.

We offer a $200 discount for two kittens as well as to returning families.

Our retired adults will also be spayed or castrated prior to placement. Cats who have offspring in our breeding program may have a stipulation in their contract to attend a cardiac screening clinic(s) so we can continuously monitor heart health of animals from our breeding program (paid for by us).

Pricing may be adjusted periodically to reflect program costs and ongoing investments in health and care.

Veterinary Care:
  • Minimum two veterinary visits with full exams
  • Minimum two FVRCP vaccines given by a licensed veterinarian
  • Age-appropriate dewormings
  • Microchip
  • Spayed or castrated prior to leaving at 13-16 weeks old  done by our vet clinic to ensure careful, individualized care
  • One kitten from each litter is tested for FeLV/FIV
  • Revolution applied a few days prior to going home (protect during travel)
Health Guarantee:
  • Three-year hereditary and congenital health guarantee
  • Two-year FIP guarantee
Registration & Documentation:
  • Copies of health test results for both parents
  • TICA registration slip
  • Written sales contract
  • Return-to-breeder policy (we will always take back a cat we have bred at any point in their life)
  • Comprehensive Maine Coon Care Booklet covering behaviour, diet and feeding guidelines, vaccinations, grooming and coat care, common health concerns, and more
Socialization & Early Development:
  • Well-socialized, litter-trained kittens
  • Raised using a modified Puppy Culture approach: focuses on early neurological stimulation, confidence-building, and structured socialization to help produce adaptable, resilient, and well-adjusted kittens
Going Home Package:
  • Brand new hard-sided carrier
  • Blanket and toys carrying familiar scents of mom and littermates
  • small bag of current food
  • Purina Pro Plan Kitten Kit
  • 30-day trial of pet insurance

Health testing is very important to us. All our breeding cats have:

    • Cardiac ultrasound(s) by board-certified cardiologist (done roughly at 1, 2, 3 and 5 years of age)
    • OFA hips
    • OFA patellas
    • FeLV/FIV negative
    • Optimal Selection breeding panel done which includes blood typing, DNA clear: HCM, PKD, PKDef, SMA)

All kittens are spayed or castrated prior to leaving. On rare occasions, I may consider placing a kitten as a breeding prospect with another registered cattery, but only after extensive discussion. This is not offered casually or routinely. Any such placement would include strict contractual limitations, including required health testing before any breeding rights would be granted.

While I may be newer to maine coons, I am not new to breeding. I am an established newfoundland dog breeder under the kennel name “Lanfear” here in Canada. You can message us via my newf website or facebook on www.LanfearNewfoundlands.ca to confirm, and can find us listed as a breeder in good standing along with my website provided above with the Newfoundland Dog Club of Canada’s website.

Kittens remain with us until a minimum of 13–14 weeks of age, depending on their development and when they are fixed. A minimum of 1 week post-spay or post-castration ensures they are healed properly prior to heading to their new homes.

Yes, kittens may fly to their new homes. Cargo flights must be direct with no stops. Any flight with stops requires in-cabin travel with the new owner (no flight nannies, sorry!).

Any additional costs for flying are the sole responsiblity of the buyer.

No. I have worked at  a vet clinic, and dealt with hit by car cat bodies day in and day out. Some were identifiable, others not. Some were still alive and in excruciating pain. That is why none of our precious maine coons are allowed to be let loose outside. I have known cats that have strangled to death using cat leads.

The only exceptions to this rule is using a fully enclosed catio or cat enclosure, or actively with them on a leash. I have known cats to die from being left outside unattended with a harness and leash.

If families are caught breaking this rule the cat is required to be surrendered back to us including TICA registration and they will not be compensated.

No. We do not intentionally breed for blue eyes in this breed. Dominant blue eye (DBE) genes are not naturally present in Maine Coons and have been linked to significant health concerns in several scientific studies, including congenital deafness and structural eye abnormalities – similar to waardenburg syndrome in humans. This trait was introduced with other breed and do not naturally exist in maine coon genetics.

Blue eyes are only accepted within the breed standard in white or high white Maine Coons. Even then, responsible breeders remain mindful of the well-documented association between white coat/blue eyes and an increased risk of congenital deafness.

Our focus will always be on health, structure, and preserving the integrity of the breed.

Here’s a link to a scientific study about DBE:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38869246/

Not at this time, but plan to in the future. It is important to us to select quality representatives of the breed not just because of extra toes.

Polydactylism is a naturally occurring trait in the maine coon breed – in fact, approximately 40% of MCOs originally were polydactyl! It is thought that polydactyism actually had an advantage in the harsh natural conditions, both by increasing surface area (distributing weight over a larger surface like snow shoes) but also for climbing as poly cats can and do use it like a thumb.

It is a separate gene from that of radial hypoplasia. For an interesting read on polydactism, check out this link: http://www.mainecooninternational.com/Polydactile-Maine-Coons/

Yes! While we may retain some of our retired breeding cats, we will have adults available from time-to-time. They will be listed under our kittens page

Process & Policies

Can I come visit your cattery?

No — we don’t offer in-person visits. Biosecurity is very important here. We don’t have a separate building, all our cats and dogs live in our home. We also have goats and pountry, so and minimizing disease risk is of huge importance to keeping our animals healthy and safe. It is very easy to accidentally bring disease even on the bottom of your shoes.

However, we’re happy to do video calls with those on our approved families list, and regular photos and videos will be shared as your kitten grows so you can follow their development. If you are interested in meeting us in person, you may be able to during a local dog show – contact us for more info.

For the most up to date information, please visit our kittens page.

Our health guarantee is not a promise that your kitten will never have health issues — that isn’t realistic for any living being. It’s a clear outline of what we cover, when the guarantee applies, and what it does and does not include, so expectations are transparent from the start.

Short-term (first 72 hours) Guarantee
All kittens come with a 72-hour health guarantee. Buyers are required to have the kitten examined by a licensed veterinarian within this timeframe. This guarantee covers serious health conditions that are present at the time of sale and that can be clearly attributed to the period of ownership by the breeder. If such a condition is confirmed, options for refund, replacement, or reimbursement are available as outlined in our contract. Veterinary documentation and microchip verification are required. Travel and transport costs are not included. Some exclusions apply.

Long-term genetic guarantee (up to the 3rd birthday)
We provide a genetic health guarantee through the kitten’s third birthday for serious hereditary conditions that significantly impact quality of life or cause death. Examples of things covered would be HCM, SMA, PKD, PKDef, severe hip dysplasia. This guarantee excludes those caused by accidents, neglect, abuse, failure to provide timely vet care for otherwise treatable conditions or or any condition that a veterinarian determines to be a normal aspect of aging such as gingivitis. Cause of death must be confirmed by necropsy when applicable. Our breeding cats receive heart ultrasounds and hip imaging, along with other appropriate health testing for the breed. All diagnoses must be made by a licensed veterinarian, with documentation provided. FIP is not covered in this guarantee (it has its own section).

FIP guarantee (2 years)
We offer a 2-year FIP guarantee. If FIP is diagnosed and the kitten is treated, the buyer may choose either a replacement kitten or financial reimbursement for documented treatment costs, up to the original purchase price. If the owner decides NOT to treat this now-treatable disease (which is not nearly as expensive as before to do), no replacement kitten or refund will be owed.

For full terms, conditions, exclusions, and documentation requirements, please contact us for a copy of our kitten contract.

Our cats and kittens eat Purina Pro Plan — we provide a mix of canned and dry. A high-quality, balanced diet that support their growth, coat health, and overall wellbeing is paramount. We are huge fans of properly balanced raw food – check out Raw Fed and Nerdy for more info.

We would love to show our cats, but after COVID our local club became dormant and there are currently no local shows. Traveling to distant shows just isn’t feasible at this time. If local shows become available again, we would be excited to participate!

Our holding fee is not refundable. It serves to reserve a kitten for your family and mark them as unavailable to others. This helps ensure that only those serious about adopting a kitten are placing a hold.

The holding fee can be transferred once to an available kitten, as long as it is done before your reserved kitten reaches 12 weeks of age. The new contract must be received by us within 24 hours of sending the new contract to you in order effectively switch kittens.

If, for any reason, you’re unable to care for your cat, the cat needs to be returned to us, with the below exception. 

Can someone else in my family or a trusted friend take the cat?
We understand life changes happen. If a family member or trusted friend wants to take over, we just ask that we approve the new owner and that they complete and sign a copy of the contract.

The cat may never be sold, given away, surrendered to a rescue, or rehomed to anyone other than us without our explicit written consent.

We offer advice and guidance for the life of your cat. Whether it’s behavior, health questions, diet, or general care, you can reach out anytime — we’re always happy to help.

You may choose your kitten. We’ll let you know if we feel a particular kitten isn’t a good fit for your home based off the details you provided on questionnaire and communications thereafter.

Care & Living With a Maine Coon

Are maine coons good with dogs, children, and other cats?

Yes! Maine Coons are friendly, social, and adaptable. They typically get along well with dogs, children, and other cats when properly introduced, making them excellent family companions. The are well-socialized to other cats and dogs prior to leaving.

Maine Coons have a long, flowing, all-weather coat that is shorter on the shoulders and gradually lengthens along the back, sides, belly, and legs. They develop a ruff around the neck, belly shag, and “britches” on the hind legs, which become more noticeable as they mature. The tail fur is long, full, and flowing, and the texture is silky yet resilient, suited to handle all types of weather. Weekly brushing is usually enough to prevent tangles, with extra attention during heavy shedding periods.

Maine Coons are a large, muscular breed. Adult males typically weigh 13–18 lbs (6–8 kg), and females 9–13 lbs (4–6 kg), though some can get up to 20lbs (9kg) while maintaining a healthy weight. While some breeders or websites advertise 30 lb Maine Coons, a cat truly weighing 30 lbs nearly always is overweight, not just “big for the breed.” Larger size is also associated with a higher risk of hip dysplasia, so maintaining a healthy weight is important for long-term joint health. They take 3–5 years to reach full size and often don’t reach full weight until spayed or castrated due to effects of hormones.

Maine Coons are affectionate, gentle, and social — they really are the “Newf of the cat world”. They’re playful and curious but not hyperactive, enjoying interactive play, exploring, playing in water and “helping” around the house. They usually get along well with kids, dogs, and other pets, and adapt easily to new environments. While active and mentally engaged, they also love lounging and snuggling, making them a perfect mix of playful and laid-back.

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