Kittens or adults both come with their own set of issues to resolve, but a well-adjusted adult is usually less demanding/work. That said, it sounds like you have done your homework and researched the breed. We currently have a 2 yr old Maine Coon and are going to place him with friends who have a farm in TN. Because we live close to an extremely busy road, I have always been hesitant to let him roam. He gets frustrated as he!! and whales on the Persian all day. I catch him sitting in the window trying to swat at the chipmunks outside. Short of it, Coons are hunters and they are BIG! Sweet but quirky...more like a dog in a cat's body. I would not get one if you are not in a place where they can get outside and hunt for presents to bring you.

Oh yeah, doesn't like for ANY door in the house to be closed. He will beat on it until you open up. Hilarious.

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TClanton
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