We are a Maine Coon breeder in west central Michigan, USA. Our lines have a strong European/Russian/Ukraine influence (large feet, bushy cheeks and manes) with the large round eyes. The Maine Coon cat is one of (if not the) largest domestic breed of cat in the US. Our cats are a little above average in weight and length (14-18 lbs females/19-24 lbs males), but we don't breed for the monster Maine Coons, because like many large breeds they are very susceptible to (DM) Hip Dysplasia. Our cats are DNA tested for HCM/PKD/SMA with N/N on each. We work very hard to assure that our line (each of our gentle giants) are healthy and happy.
This channel provides advice for first time cat owners, facts about (maine coon) cats you didn't know, cat videos that will make you laugh and even show you what its like living with maine coon cats. Be sure to subscribe!
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A new cat does not need to be a cute, fluffy kitten. There are also older cats needing a new home. Don’t forget insurance vet's bills can be frightening.
Thank you for highlighting the importance of considering older cats for adoption. Agreed, they have so much love to give and deserve a forever home too. Thank you for watching.
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Thank you for this wonderful information! I’m getting a baby kitten today and we are not ready😭
Congratulations of your new fur baby. It's an exciting time, for sure. Thank you for watching.
Thank you so much. I am about to go pick up my new kitten and had plans to fly with new and old kitty litter for her. Change of plans, now.
That's so exciting! Congratulations on your new kitten! Thank you for watching!
love!😸
Thank you for watching!
I love this. I am trying to figure out how to utilize some of your concepts into a rental property (drilling as few holes as possible). I have some beautiful old cedar boards. But the apartment does not have that built in ledge as your home does. I would be building a long upper shelf up top with an on ramp.
I am glad you liked it. Thanks for watching. Even though you don't have a top ledge, I would make one by combining 2 - 1" x 10" wide boards (side by side), either 6' or 8' long (which ever you have room for) carpeted as a destination point for the cats. Support the 20" wide ledge with self support brackets (4 will be required). They can be purchased at Menards back in the DIY self storage area. Cats love high places. But understand the higher you go, the wider the ledge will need to be for the safety of the cat. I have a second DIY video for a cheap and easy high point for the cats...it's called "Cheap and Easy (DIY) Cat Bed for Adventurous Cats" Enjoy!
What message? Waste of time.
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Shred paper, such as flyers or junk mail. In a pinch I have used shredded flyers and they don't have dust. The puppy pads are a good idea. Sorry you went through all that. Thanks for the heads up! 🎉❤
Thank you for watching.
I don't fly anymore because TSA is just there to terrorize us.
It sure seems that way, at times! Trish would certainly agree after her latest experience. Thank you for watching.
Breeders are the worse of the all here in eu only money drives them
All professions have them, the good and the bad. But like I said in the video, if a breeder doesn't have a plan for improving the breed, they should never breed. Thank you for watching.
My maine coon was the best friend I have ever had. He was rescued, but a pure bed cat. Unfortunately, he died suddenly of illness at age 8. I was devastated. The vet told me this was common of pure bred cats. I believe in rescuing animals where I can, but after knowing this Maine coon, I think about getting another all the time. I live in Southern United States, and I worry of finding a good breeder.
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Thank you for watching. Litter Box Stress is a serious issue, especially in large cats. As promised in the later part of this video, we have produced a DIY video on building a Giant Litter Box if you were interested in watching. Title: DIY Giant Litter Box
I once brought in a 13lb Olauf. Picked him up starving at a pic nik 😮 area. He turned into a great cat. I figured he was part. He even adopted our new puppy.
That's such a heartwarming story! It's amazing how animals can become a part of our families.
So 🥰 watching them play, you have 2 beautiful cats, I bet there’s never a dull moment in your home👍👊😂😻
Who needs TV when you have two furballs putting on a show all day long? Thanks for watching.
The only reason I watch for this is because it kept on recommending it
Thanks for giving it a chance, we appreciate it!
@@giantgemscattery I watched it for less than a minute and then click it off
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Thank you for watching.
Neat we converted a long plastic storage bin and our cats go in that. I’m happy you know the importance of having enough litter box space 😻
Thank you for noticing! Our cats' comfort is top priority.
Great video!
Thank you so much for watching!
Very cool
Thank you so much!
Hello John & Trish Looks like a cool cat project Jinx loves to climb Jinx sends Hugs 🤗 Deb & Dave
Hey Deb. Jinx isn't just a cat, he's a climbing expert in disguise! Maybe we should start a cat climbing school? 😂😍
😅Remember . Kitty's always watching you.
Can't escape the watchful gaze of Kitty, huh?
I love all cats but the Mainecoon is my absolute favorite. Lazy, loving, and beautiful wrapped up in a playful mess!
It's hard not to love Maine Coons, they're truly special!
Ty so much.
I appreciate your kind words, thank you!
This is so great!! Thank you!! ❤️
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!
The day after posting this video, Trish was flying to pick up another female, only her experience this time was a horror story. We are trying to put together her story for future posting so stay tuned.
What lucky cats, your love comes through. What a great video.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. If you like the DIY videos, we will be adding quite a few more over the next few months. Thank you once again for watching
SO U R SAYING TO PUT THE CATS BOWL TOGETHER WITH OUR PLATES ON THE DISHWASHING MACHINE… yea right
I guess you could if you need to increase your protein, but we run 2 separate loads. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!🙀
That was terrifying.
Even though we provided our cats the best food, we still weren't completely satisfied with their health. After doing a lot of research, we discovered this solution. Once we switched their bowls and set up a rotation plan every three days, we saw their health improve almost right away, especially noticing their coats getting shinier and healthier. Thank you for watching and caring about our furry friends!
Happy Caturday! Interesting video. You seem to care about cats. Use a flatter dish to avoid whisker fatigue while the cat eats. Leaving dry food out all the time leads to obesity. Cats get most of their daily moisture requirement from their food. Dry food leads to all kinds of health issues. The solution is to feed fresh, homemade food. 80% should be animal muscle meat that is high in taurine. At the least, a wet cat food that is low in calcium and phosphorus.
Homemade food is risky too. It comes down to how attentive we are at feeding time. We would never feed your child and walk away leaving the food out to spoil. No! We feed, clean up, and go about our day. We should have the same mindset with a furry family members. E.Coli, Salmonella, and other forms of bacteria are the number 1 cause of gut/gi/stomach issues in cats. When you fix that, your cat will love you for it. Thank you for watching.
@@giantgemscattery Happy Feline Friday! Thank you for your reply. I feed my cats on Corelle salad plates. Homemade food does take time and effort. I only switched when commercial food made both of my cats sick. That was a year ago. I have found one wet cat food that they like and is low in calcium and phosphorus. People need to feed what they are comfortable with. If it is dry food, find a good quality food, low in Ca and P. Salmonella, etc. are just as likely in commercial pet food. I eat the same ground beef and chicken thighs as my cats. If one of us gets sick, we all do.
Adorei, ja me inscrevi e desejo que venham mais vídeos do tipo, amooo esses seres iluminados❤❤🎉🎉
Gracias por tu comentario y ver nuestros videos. Estén atentos al canal porque publicaremos una serie de vídeos de bricolaje en los próximos meses. Thank you so much for your support! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I'll definitely keep creating more content like this.
I’ve never seen this ‘drool’ in my cat’s feed dish. The dish is always empty when I refill it.
All cats drool when eating...some a little, some a lot. But either way, even if the bowl is empty the bowl will harbor bacteria. The only way to guarantee the bowl is sterile and food is fresh is to change out every 3-4 days. Once we changed to stainless steel bowls with a 3 day rotation our cat's gut issues went away. Thank you for watching and the feedback.
I always give my cat fresh cat pellets each meal. I can't get my cat to eat wet food. I have tried a dozen brands and all flavors. My other cat scarfs down the food without problem so I know the food is good. So, she lives she lives, she dies she dies!
Thank you for watching.
what clippers work for a cat with mats?
Thanks for your question! When it comes to cats with mats, it's important to be gentle and patient. We use these combs which are successful for most of the mats. In Maine Coons this is especially an issue behind their ears and under the (arm pit -- so-to-speak) of their front legs. We use 3 different kinds of comb. The "Pecute Pet Dematting Tool 2 Pack" and "Dog Cat Grooming Comb with Wooden Handle." Amazon Links: amzn.to/42FYuIk amzn.to/49htzV8 But also understand sometimes even your best efforts in combing will still fail requiring the use of electric clippers to clip the base of the matted hair for removal. We use these clippers because they are not only affective but very quiet. Brand by Highdas: "Dog Grooming Kit Clippers". Amazon Link: amzn.to/3UKlBPZ
Tell u my secret! I bought a storage container that is wide enough for cat to move about and borders are long enough , so to prevent accident . Just a regular storage plastic box , transparent . I always scoop away deposits 😀 . From scoopable cat litter. My suggestion better use scent free scoop catt litter. When it is time to change . I use baking soda to wash container , and then store it up dry abd ventilate .
That's a great idea! Using a storage container for your cat's litter is a smart way to prevent accidents and keep things tidy. Thank you for watching. Stay tuned to the channel for many upcoming DIY Project videos in the future.
We found very large ,flat smooth bottomed plastic bins with very high sides and cut a nice door for them. Nice difference but still interested in your ideas so will be looking for your vid. Thanks!
Haha, it sounds like you've already got a head start on our video! But don't worry, we've got plenty more ideas up our sleeves. Keep an eye out for the video, and thanks for your support!
Superb imagination. ❤
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! I guess all those hours spent daydreaming as a kid finally paid off. Each of the shorts recently posted are designed as a reflection of the Maine Coons personality. Stay tuned for more mind-blowing ideas!
We use baby baths for all 11 of our cats. Cat litter trays are not much use.
That's a good idea too. Well done, Paul! Thank you for watching.
I totally agree. Many cats are suffering with some commercially sold litter boxes. I made my cat suffer for a long time. My vet told me that cats like litter boxes that are sturdy when they are doing No. 2. I was also told that cats will stay inside the litter box longer when they like it. I am a DIYer so I made my cat's litter box with scrap wood and made it very sturdy. When I placed my cat into the litter box, it only took 15 seconds for my cat to start peeing. He loves it so much he never went inside his old plastic litter box again.
It is such a relief when you finally dial in on your kitty stressors. Cats have to make so many adjustments in their lives to accommodate their human family members. We should work just as hard to make sure we are not imposing stressors on them in their daily routines. It's a subtle thing...none of us do it deliberately to our furry friends, but weird behaviors should be the first indication something out of balance. The litter box is a huge problem area with many cats. Thank you for watching!
Stay tuned to the channel for an upcoming video where I rebuild (what we call) the Mega Box. There is nothing sold on the open market (Litter Box wise) that is as big, more sturdy, easier to clean and a total favorite of all the cats in the house. I am waiting for a break in the Michigan winter weather to finish shooting the video. It is super easy to build, inexpensive ($25) and only takes a few hours (once you have located the materials) to complete. We really appreciate you watching.
My cats come inside from outside just to use the litter box then go right back too outside after they are done
Ah, the life of a cat! They have their priorities straight - bathroom breaks first, outdoor adventures second.
If u don't live in an apartment put in a cat door to go n and out when u leave just slide the door back in im lucky my cat loves it but have a litter box if the cat is inside when u leave just n case👍😊
@@honeybunny4341 I have a cat door😸
This was a great idea. I’ve been wanting to do this myself here in this little house and we’ve made the entire garage (in the process) their whole pad. I rescue cats and it’s getting tight here in the winter months when they want to come in 23 hrs a day.😂. But this is an amazing thing you got going on. It’s amazing how we animal lovers open our hearts and houses 🙄 to our fur friends at any length to make them happy. It made me chuckle when you were almost at the end and saying you were gonna watch and see where else these roads in the sky will go next and as you showing us what you’ve put up so far . It was so cute for you saying that the way you did. I subscribed but you don’t have to say my name. I want to THANK YOU for putting this teaching video up. It helps people like me who try to build these things by myself. The measurements and climbing is the hardest part for me I’d think. I’ll be watching more of your videos for sure. Thanx so much again.
Thank you for watching. I hope to produce another project video soon.
I love it!
Awesome, thanks for watching and loving it!
This is your last video. Is everything ok?
Thank you for watching, and your comment. To answer your question, I have not done many projects because of a major car accident that has substantially curtailed such activities. I do have plans to do future videos so stay toned.
Well done. 👍😊
Thanks a ton for the encouragement!
I LOVE IT !!! Thank you so very much for making this easy to follow video. Ive been trying to make my own cat climb wall for my 7mo old Ginger cat named Thaddeus. im alone and have a bad back and arthritis in my joints ,so its hard for me to really do alot but you helped me think about making it easy...THANKS SO MUCH
Thank you for watching, and your comment. We have actually found that cats don't need much encouragement to climb (they want to do this naturally). So our focus lately has been to just provide opportunities for safe climbing....they will follow the lead.
Good idea!
Thank you for the positive feedback!
We got these high climbing poles that reach the ceiling and they love the highest platform and just sit and get an overview :D
I would love to see a video of your cats using their poles. In a few months, I will be making another video of a larger CATIO with ramps and a tree to climb.
That is pretty awesome! I uploaded a video where one of the cats go crazy on it. It's a bit short though
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Thanks for watching more power.
Is that actually you in the video or is that just a random person?
No, that's me! Just a random old guy! LOL
Lol