Domestic cat: the largest cats in the world. How big do they grow and how much do they cost? Maine Coon, Savannach and others

Having a large cat at home is gaining more and more popularity in Poland. Maine Coon and Savannach are one of the breeds. No wonder, these animals are extremely impressive and they present themselves beautifully. Each of them, however, achieves different dimensions and for a different amount.

Domestic cat: the largest cats in the world. Savannah is gaining popularity

The Savannah is by far the largest domestic cat in the world. This is a very young breed. It was created from a cross between a domestic cat and a wild serval cat. It can be up to one meter long, and its weight can be up to 20 kg! This cat has large, black ears with white spots, very long legs and a not too long tail, and its short fur is covered with spots. Its price ranges from 4,000 to even 40,000 PLN. By nature, these cats are tolerant of other animals, including dogs. Their hair needs to be brushed with a comb or from time to time. The food they receive must be of the highest quality. They are quick-tempered by nature.

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The big cat is definitely a Maine Coon. Its common name is the cat majkun and it is one of the most popular in Poland

Another cat is one of the most popular in Poland, if we are talking about the largest domestic cats in the world. Contrary to appearances, Maine Coon cats are not directly related to any species of wild cat, and yet they achieve exceptionally It is worth knowing that this breed can reach even over a meter in length. Females of this species are smaller and weigh about 6 kg, and males 10 kg. This breed, in addition to large dimensions, has long, dense fur, which additionally enlarges it optically. The cost of purchasing such a pet is about PLN 3,000 – 4,500. This is the amount for a neutered cat. A cat intended for further reproduction costs money

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The biggest cats in the world: record holders

The record holder is currently male Himmi, belonging to a resident of Queensland, Australia. It is said that it weighed as much as 21.3 kg, was almost 1 meter long, and its height at the withers was 38 cm. The heaviest domestic cat died in 1986.

The legendary size was achieved by the Maine Coon cat, which was confirmed by an entry in the Guinness Book. It was a male named Stewie. When officially announced, the length of this cat was 123 cm from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail. Unfortunately, according to the cat owners, Stewie died on February 11, 2012 of cancer.