đ± Maine Coon Markings & Patterns
More Than Tabbies!
April 8, 2025
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If youâve ever tried to describe your cat's coat and found yourself saying things like "sheâs kind of striped, but also has spots... and her belly is white, but her back is grayish?" - youâre not alone.
Some markings can be surprisingly tricky to explain! They're the unique patterns and patches of color on a catâs coat that make each kitty look totally one-of-a-kind.
When we talk about Maine Coon cat markings, weâre really talking about the different ways color shows up on the fur.
Some cats have bold swirls or classic stripes, others have smoky undertones or a dusting of white on their paws and nose. And while certain patterns are more common, thereâs a lot of variety - even in the same litter.
So whether your Coonie looks like a tiny lion or a walking marble cake, those markings have a backstory.
Letâs take a closer look at whatâs behind them - from patterns and colors to a bit of fun coat genetics.
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Maine Coon Maybe: Gloria in Illinois shares Weezer! - âWheezer is around 15 years old. He has the sweetest temperament.
I feel he is a coonie mix, perhaps with some tabby. He has big tufts on his paws between toes. He weighs about 14 pounds.
He is verbal only when he wants to eat. He has thick fur, which I try to brush every day.â
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