The debate about the beauty of animals of a certain color is hardly relevant, because someone is in love with charming white cats, and other owners are cute cream shades of fur coats of pets. But, perhaps, almost everyone will agree that the magnificent black Maine Coon looks truly spectacular and even mystical. However, in some cases, to characterize such animals as simply black is not enough. It turns out that this color can have certain shades.

Description and varieties of black color Maine Coon

Maine coon cats are recognized as classics of the color gamut of the uniform dark color or the so-called black solid (in translation from English - “solid”). The fur coat of such caudates is painted primordially black and does not have spots or stripes on the surface.

But sometimes patterns or lines appear on the shiny Maine Coon hair. The latter are clearly visible on the face and neck of the animal.

Depending on the patterns of wool, these types of Maine Coons of black color are distinguished:

  1. Tiger - vertical stripes cover the hair on the body of cats, as well as paws and tail.
  2. Marble. The dark lines on the sides of Maine Coon suggest divorces on smooth black marble. Dark spots are traced inside such rings.
  3. Spotted. Streaks are noticeable on the cat's body.

Sometimes white fragments are woven into the overall picture of the triumph of black.

Such cats are usually called black and white, but the arrangement of white areas has its own patterns that determine the name of the color of black maines:

  1. White medallion - a bright spot, like a precious ornament, takes pride of place on the dark chest of a cat.
  2. White gloves - a light shade affected only the legs.
  3. White tuxedo - a characteristic light "shirt-front" on the chest of a mustachioed pet, can be combined with white paws.
  4. Bicolor - a combination of white and black in a ratio of 50/50.
  5. Harlequin - the main tone of the fur coat is white, with small specks of black spots.
  6. Van - the head and tail of the four-legged remain dark, the remaining zones are white.
  7. Black smoke - at the roots, the hairs have a white tint, gradually turning into black (closer to the tips). Usually there are no spots or stripes on the fur coats of such animals.

"Black Smoke" Maine Coons are divided into several varieties of shades:

  • chinchilla –1/8 of the hairs are black, the rest are white at the roots;
  • actually smoky - the ratio of hairs, black and white - 50/50;
  • shaded - 1/4 black hairs, the rest white at the root.

The nature and habits of the breed

Maine Coons in black colors have not only a memorable appearance, but also a special character.

In the cat's soul of these charming giants, even adults and respectable, small playful kittens live. The good-natured temper and curiosity of Maine Coons make them universal favorites. Playful and perky, these animals, due to their gigantic size, often fall into humorous situations.

Many people are afraid to contact Maine Coons, believing that animals of this size are capable of causing, if not fatal, but still injuries in the form of scratches or tangible bites. Nevertheless, these cats are very affectionate and friendly and will never resort to the help of claws for no particular reason.

Maines adore their family, with strangers they can be wary. The favorite pastime of fluffy handsome men is to take a nap in the sun, including in the fresh air. But if the owner is determined to play with the pet, the giants will never miss such a wonderful opportunity to frolic.

Maine Coons do not tolerate loneliness. Therefore, it is not worth it to bring animals to people who are always busy and rarely being at home.

Features of care and maintenance

When purchasing a Maine Coon kitten, special attention should be paid to the corner of a new family member.

It can be equipped with the following items:

  1. Lounger. It must be spacious, given that the pet will grow. You can purchase a finished sample at a pet store or build it yourself using fabric, foam and synthetic winterizer.
  2. Tray. It should also be spacious enough. You should not choose a product with high sides for a kitten.
  3. Filler. To help the baby adapt to a new place faster, you should ask the breeder what kind of filler was used in the nursery.
  4. Scarlet point. It must be commensurate with the dimensions of the animal.
  5. Toys Only safe soft samples (balls, mice) will do. Do not offer your pet items for the game with parts that can come off in the process of fun - beads, buttons and so on.
  6. Bowls. Glass, ceramic or steel containers are better.

As the pet grows up, the owner should take into account a number of recommendations for keeping furry giants:

  1. Cats of this breed need outdoor walks. In the fenced area of ​​a private house, they usually walk quietly, not trying to escape outside the home. The owner of the cat living in the apartment should think about periodic pet walks. For this purpose, a collar and a leash are suitable.
  2. Hair care. A luxurious maine mane needs to be combed out 1-2 times a week, during molting - daily. Giants should be bathed about 4 times a year using shampoo for long-haired cats.
  3. Additional care procedures.Systematically check the condition of the teeth (clean with a special brush and toothpaste), ears (remove sulfur with cotton buds and a special tool) and eyes (wipe turunds moistened with boiled water) Maine Coons.
  4. Inspections at the veterinarian. Of course, cats need to do all the recommended vaccinations. All alarming symptoms (intestinal dysfunction, apathy, hyperthermia) should be noted and a specialist should be consulted in a timely manner to eliminate them.
  5. Feeding. Both industrial and natural are allowed. Finished feed should be selected taking into account the age and weight of the animal. It is best to choose extra-class products designed specifically for massive pets. The natural diet in no way involves food from the master's table. The menu should include boiled meat (daily - chicken, turkey, rabbit), vegetables (beets, broccoli, zucchini), greens (dill, salad, parsley). It is acceptable to treat your pet with sea fish (no more than 2 times a week). In addition to these products, cereals and dairy products can be introduced into the Maine Coon diet. Animals should be fed twice a day, avoiding overeating. Water is offered to cats filtered or boiled, changing 1-2 times a day.

How to call a black Maine Coon kitten

Of course, there are absolutely no restrictions on choosing a nickname for a giant feline. However, some owners prefer to choose a name for the pet based on its charcoal color.

In such cases, it is worth paying attention to such options:

  • Black, Blackie;
  • Dark;
  • Noir;
  • Secret;
  • Corner;
  • Schwartz;
  • Chernysh;
  • Blade
  • Darth, Vader;
  • Black Sea;
  • Dracula
  • Bagheera;
  • Anubis.

Gorgeous black Maine Coons - pride and decoration of the family. Despite their impressive size, cats are affectionate, trustful and very smart. Provided that it is well maintained, the pet will always delight the owners with excellent health and a playful mood.

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