FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Here are the answers to frequently asked questions about adopting a Rapscallion Maine Coon.
Standards have standard feet; that is 4 toes and a dew claw on the front feet and 4 toes on the back feet.
Polydactyls (Polys) have additional toes on some or all feet. For more information about polys have a look at http://messybeast.com/poly-cats.html
Polydactyls (Polys) have additional toes on some or all feet. For more information about polys have a look at http://messybeast.com/poly-cats.html
A fully grown female's average weight range is 4 - 7 kg.
A fully grown male's average weight range is 5 - 9 kg.
Remember:
Big does not mean fat.There are no guarantees on how big a kitten will grow.A Maine Coon is not fully grown until 4 - 5 years of age.
A fully grown male's average weight range is 5 - 9 kg.
Remember:
Big does not mean fat.There are no guarantees on how big a kitten will grow.A Maine Coon is not fully grown until 4 - 5 years of age.
To remain tangle free you will need to comb them regularly. In summer once or twice a week combing should be enough. In winter and through early spring you will need to comb them every couple of days to keep them knot free. If they matt up badly a trip to the vet may be needed for a professional groom.
Don't forget to clip their claws regularly, particularly the polys. This will save your furniture and be much more comfortable for them too.
Don't forget to clip their claws regularly, particularly the polys. This will save your furniture and be much more comfortable for them too.
Maine Coons are generally happy to be friends with other pets. You just need to be sensible about introducing them to other family pets. Do not expect that they will be friends immediately, slowly introduce and supervise them until you are happy they won't hurt each other.
Yes, but the younger they are the easier it is.
Maine Coons are a robust and generally healthy breed of cat; but there are genetic conditions associated with the breed. These include Hypertropic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). All Rapscallion breeders have DNA tested clear for known conditions and copies of the parent results are supplied with purchased kittens. DNA testing is an indicator that they do not carry a gene known to be associated with HCM, but there could be other causes or genes which have not yet been identified. All Rapscallion Studs and Queens will have been heart scanned annually. A suitable for breeding scan result does not guarantee that the offspring will not develop HCM.
All Studs and Queens are also hip scored by a veterinary radiologist.
Rapscallion Maine Coons is an FeLV / FIV free cattery with all breeders tested and returning clear results.
Rapscallion Maine Coons is an FeLV / FIV free cattery with all breeders tested and returning clear results.
For Kittens:
litter trainedde-sexed (neuter or spayed)micro-chipped2 x F3 vaccinationspedigree papers issued by the FCCQcopy of the parents DNA, ECG and Hip Score resultsraised on premium food6 weeks free pet insuranceinternal and external parasite treatments For Retirees:
litter trainedde-sexed (neutered or spayed)microchippedvet checkedteeth cleaned and bathedcurrent F4 vaccinationsinternal and external prasite treatmentspedigree papers issued by the FCCQcopy of their DNA, ECG and Hip Scoreresults
litter trainedde-sexed (neuter or spayed)micro-chipped2 x F3 vaccinationspedigree papers issued by the FCCQcopy of the parents DNA, ECG and Hip Score resultsraised on premium food6 weeks free pet insuranceinternal and external parasite treatments For Retirees:
litter trainedde-sexed (neutered or spayed)microchippedvet checkedteeth cleaned and bathedcurrent F4 vaccinationsinternal and external prasite treatmentspedigree papers issued by the FCCQcopy of their DNA, ECG and Hip Scoreresults
No.
If transportation is required this is an additional cost and a transportation quote will be arranged for you. Transportation costs typically include fuel, road tolls, flights and the purchase of a travel crate. The travel crate is yours to keep.
Transport is arranged to the closest domestic airport to you through Dogtainers or JetPets using either QANTAS or Virgin Airlines.
If transportation is required this is an additional cost and a transportation quote will be arranged for you. Transportation costs typically include fuel, road tolls, flights and the purchase of a travel crate. The travel crate is yours to keep.
Transport is arranged to the closest domestic airport to you through Dogtainers or JetPets using either QANTAS or Virgin Airlines.
Yes.
I have a comprehensive kitten pack available for purchase with your kitten for a reasonable price.
Travel crates are also available for purchase and these will be suitable for them for about 12 months before they out grow them. These are also available for a reasonable price.
I will send you details on both when a deposit is placed for a kitten.
I have a comprehensive kitten pack available for purchase with your kitten for a reasonable price.
Travel crates are also available for purchase and these will be suitable for them for about 12 months before they out grow them. These are also available for a reasonable price.
I will send you details on both when a deposit is placed for a kitten.
