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3. Colors and markings

Most Maine coons sport a tabby coat but can have a variety of colorings and markings. Tabbies are usually brown or silver, with darker stripes in a distinctive pattern over their heads and bodies. Chocolate, lavender, and patterns with significant white are generally not permitted. Breed clubs also forbid Maine coon cats with Himalayan markings or other hybrid colors.

Brown tabby with white Maine Coon cat on top of his cat tree looking curious and sweet. Bettina_Sentner / Getty Images

Originally published on Critter Culture: A Guide to Maine Coon Cats
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