The Orange Maine Coon Cat is always a crowd-pleaser. It is known to be one of the cuddliest Maine Coons of all.
Think about some of the most famous and loved cats in history. They happen to be this color. There’s just something about this rich color that makes everyone drool over them.
Let’s explore some interesting facts about the orange Maine Coon.
Fun Fact: The technical color of the “orange Maine Coon” is RED
Another Nickname for a Red Maine Coon is a “Ginger” or a “Marmalade”
This article will use red and orange Maine Coon INTERCHANGEABLY.
How can we produce red Maine Coons? Basically, when it comes to cat colors, all cats are black unless they have inherited the sex-linked masking gene. In that case, they are red. The multitude of colors and patterns comes from different genes and polygenes.
Once we start talking about genetics and chromosomes, things can get confusing real fast. So let’s keep it as simple as we can.
The red color is carried on the X chromosome. Female Maine Coons carry two copies. Males carry on one copy of the X chromosome. Most orange cats are males, but there are also scenarios when females are, also. In order for the parents of the kitten to produce a red kitten, one of the next combinations must occur.
- To produce a red male kitten: Queen must be red or black tortie
- To produce a red female kitten: Sire must be red AND Queen must be red or black tortie
What is the Personality of an Orange Maine Coon Cat?
Each cat is a unique individual, just like humans are. Some people believe that an orange Maine Coon cat has the most social temperament. Others say they have the friendliest temperament of all colors. This happens to be a true statement. They’re typically calm mannered, friendly, and passive. Of course you may encounter a lunatic but that’s what makes them amazing.
We breed this awesome cat. It is our goal to maintain communication with all of our kitten owners. Making sure that they’re healthy and happy are important to us. The owners of the red kittens are always very enthusiastic. They are eager to showcase their cats’ personalities with us as they grow up. They do live up to their reputation when it comes to making their owners boast with pride.
Are Orange Female Maine Coons more Rare than Males?
Because of the genetic requirements to produce this color, up to 80% of all orange Maine Coon cats are male.
All Maine Coon Kittens are adorable, but a baby red Maine Coon is the cutest little things you’ll ever see. They’re born with a brilliant red coat that grows and shines into a lustrous work of art. They have the cutest expressions on their faces, and tend to be very laid back and relaxed.
Adding a new kitten to your home will change the way you think about everything. Your mornings will start with an adorable romp around the house. Your nights will end with your toes getting nibbled under the covers.
The red Maine Coon kitten certainly has a fan club. Red and white Maine Coon kittens also get an equal amount of love. Watch the video below and you’ll see the fun side of these babies shining through.
Full Grown Orange Maine Coon
Your red Maine Coon kitten will certainly blossom into a full-grown cat that will be your best friend for life. Maybe he (or she) will love lasagna and hate Mondays, like our friend from the 80’s “Garfield” did.
Might he be quirky? YES! Might he be a giant goofball? YES, indeed!! Will he be the best decision that you’ve ever made for yourself? I THINK SO!
Word on the street says a Red Maine Coon has one brain cell. I think they have way more than that! 🙂
Meet Nacho, the famous Orange Maine Coon Cat
Here’s a video about one of the most famous Maine Coons, “Nacho”. The video is very heartwarming. The story highlights how having a cat in your life can make all the difference in the world.
UPDATE: October 17, 2023 Sadly, Nacho has passed away at the age of 9 years old. The owner of Nacho urged pet owners to cherish their animals. He suggested they show some extra love in light of his loss. “Give your pets an extra long hug today and please say a short prayer for Nacho. They mean so much to all of us. Xo,” he wrote.
Orange Maine Coon Kittens from Sassy Koonz
Enjoy this album below of Sassy Koonz Maine Coon Kittens from previous litters that are red. Note, some will also be red smoke or red silver, which are variations of red with the silver undercoat.
Tangerine
IN HIS FOREVER HOME
Bad Boy
IN HIS NEW HOME
I am Legend
Male
IN HIS NEW HOME
Gingerbread Man
IN HIS FOREVER HOME
Hot Dog
IN HIS NEW HOME
The Master
IN HIS NEW HOME
Ronnie
Male
SOLD FOR BREEDING
Johnny
Red
IN HIS NEW HOME
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