Are You Ready for a Maine Coon? Take Our New Owner Quiz!

Maine Coons are known as the gentle giants of the cat world — intelligent, affectionate, playful, and impressively large. But is your home ready for one of these majestic, furry companions?If you're considering adding a Maine Coon kitten to your family, take a few minutes to complete our New Owner Readiness Quiz. It’s fun, informative, and will help you understand what it truly means to live with one of the most beloved cat breeds in the world.

Edited by Ruoqi Lin.
May 11, 2025

Why Take the Quiz?

Choosing to bring a Maine Coon into your life is more than just falling in love with those fluffy paws and lynx-tipped ears (though we completely understand if that’s how it started!). Maine Coons require a bit more grooming, space, and attention than your average cat — but in return, they give back so much love.Our quiz helps you reflect on key areas.

👪 Who Is This Quiz For?

We built this for first-time Maine Coon owners, families with kids, and anyone who's curious about Maine Coons but wants to make a thoughtful decision. Even if you're not ready yet, we’ll provide tips to help you get there — from setting up your home, to understanding the breed's grooming needs, to how to manage introductions with other pets. Click here

🧠 Ready to Find Out?

Take the quiz now and discover your Maine Coon match level!

After your results, don’t forget to check out our Available Kittens and Adoption Process if you’re feeling ready to take the next step.

Think you're ready for a Maine Coon? Let’s find out — take our fun readiness quiz below!

🏠 Home Environment

1. What kind of space do you live in?

Small apartment (a room) (0 pts)
Apartment (two rooms) (1 pts)
A medium-sized home with some free space (2 pts)
A spacious home with a sunny living room or yard (4 pts)

2. Are you planning to move in the next 3 months?

Yes (0 pts)
Not sure (1 pt)
No (3 pts)

⏰ Time Commitment

3. How much time can you realistically spend with your Maine Coon per week?

Less than 5 hours (1 pt)
5–10 hours (3 pts)
More than 10 hours (5 pts)

4. Are you willing to groom your Maine Coon at least 2 times per week?

Yes (3 pts)
I can try, but it sounds like a lot (2 pt)
Honestly, not really (0 pts)

5. How often are you willing to scoop the litter box?

Once a day, no problem （3 pts)
1-3 days at a time, when I remember (2 pts)
I don't care (-1 pt)

💰 Financial Preparedness

6. Are you comfortable with investing in high-quality food and regular vet visits?

Yes (3 pts)
Depends on the cost (1 pt)
Not really (0 pts)

7. Do you understand the average cost of owning a purebred Maine Coon (initial + monthly)?

Owning a purebred Maine Coon typically costs $2,800–$5,000 in the first year and around $100–$300 per month depending on your care level.

Very familiar (3 pts)
Somewhat (1 pt)
Not at all (0 pts)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Considerations

8. Do you have children, and do they know how to gently treat pets?

No kids / Yes, they’re respectful (3 pts)
They’re still learning (1 pt)
They chase cats for fun (-2 pts)

9. Do you have other pets, and are they friendly toward new animals?

No other pets (3 pts)
Yes, but they’re calm and social (3 pts)
Yes, and they may get jealous or aggressive (0 pts)

🧠 Responsibility & Awareness

10. Are you prepared emotionally and financially for long-term health care (e.g., dental, kidney, or heart conditions)?

Yes, I know it’s a lifelong responsibility (3 pts)
I’m a little nervous but willing to try (1 pt)
I haven’t thought about that (0 pts)

11. What would you do with your Maine Coon when you go on vacation?

Have family/friend care for them or arrange a sitter (4 pts)
Boarding service in advance (3 pts)
Maine Coon stays at home with plenty of food (1 pts)
Haven’t figured it out yet (0 pts)

🛋️ Personality Fit

12. Maine Coons love to follow their humans. Do you enjoy clingy pets?

Yes! I want a furry shadow (3 pts)
I don’t mind it sometimes (1 pt)
I prefer independent pets (0 pts)

13. If your cat scratches a couch or throws up a hairball, what’s your reaction?

That’s normal – I’ll clean up and adjust (4 pts)
Annoyed, but I can tolerate it (2 pt)
That would drive me crazy (-1 pts)

14. How would you feel if your cat splashed water out of the bowl for fun?

I understand, and I’ll find a better bowl and setup that works better for them.(4 pts)
Adorable! I’ll grab a towel and laugh (3 pts)
A bit annoying, but I can handle it (2pts)
Not okay, I don’t want a mess (0 pts)

15. If your Maine Coon knocks something off a shelf, your first reaction is...

Laugh, take a photo (3 pts)
Sigh and pick it up (1 pt)
Get upset (0 pts)

🟢 Level 3: You’re Fully Ready! (Score: 29–41 points)

Congratulations! You’re well-prepared to welcome a Maine Coon into your life. You understand the time, effort, space, and emotional commitment these gentle giants need — and you're ready to provide a loving, enriching home.👉 Check out our Available Kittens or Join Our Waitlist to take the next step!

🟡 Level 2: Almost There (Score: 18–28 points)

You’re on the right track! While you’ve got a good foundation, there are still a few areas to improve — like grooming frequency, financial planning, or home setup. Don’t worry — we’re here to help you prepare.👉 Visit our Maine Coon Care Guide or explore Beginner Cat Owner Tips to get more ready.

🔴 Level 1: Not Quite Ready Yet (Score: 0–17 points)

Maine Coons are amazing, but they require more time, attention, and responsibility than many new owners expect. You may want to take a little more time to learn, plan, and adjust your home and lifestyle before committing.👉 Start with our New Owner Starter Checklist and see what steps you can take to build a cat-friendly environment.