Whats the difference between Norwegian Forest Cats and the Maine Coon Cats?
There is one common bond between the Norwegian Forest Cats and the Maine Coon Cat. They both evolved from domesticated cats that lived in very cold climates. They are similar, yet very different. Both are very intelligent and affectionate, being very people oriented but the Norwegian Forest Cat is more demanding of affection. In appearance the Maine Coon is a long cat with a rectangular body and a feral look, while the Norwegian Forest Cat is medium in length, more square in shape with a sweeter expression. The following is a general description of these two breeds, which is based on their standards (TICA) and is to be used as a guide only. Norwegian Forest Cat Maine Coon Head Triangular Wedge shaped with a square muzzle Profile Straight Gentle curve Eyes Almond shaped Large, wide open Ears Other edge of the ear follows the line of the head down to the chin, completing the triangle. Set high on top of the head, not more than an ears width apart Body Medium in length, square in appearan
