Giant Maine Coon Cat Is So Big He’s Mistaken for a Dog

This Giant Maine Coon Cat Is So Big That People Think He’s a Dog

Maine Coon cats are gentle giants that get a lot of love on the internet—and it’s easy to see why! The majestic creatures are large and in charge with fluffy coats and striking manes. In fact the Maine Coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cats. One of the latest pets to make a splash online is Kefir, a Maine Coon that lives with his human Yulia Minina in Stary Oskol, Russia. This absolute unit of a cat is so large that he is often mistaken for a dog.

Minina adopted Kefir nearly four years ago, when he was a kitten, without knowing that one day he’d weigh over 27 pounds. At this weight, he’s beyond the larger end of the Maine Coon size spectrum, which typically taps out around 25 pounds for males and 15 pounds for females. Notably, a purebred Maine Coon won't reach their full size until their fourth or fifth year.

Kefir was named after the fermented dairy drink as his milky white fur is what caught his human's eye when she spotted him at a cattery. He's become an integral member of the family, demanding a literal seat at the dinner table and eschewing kibble for fresh meat.

Kefir doesn’t let his large size go to his head, though. According to his human, the giant Maine Coon cat has a sweet temperament and is “very smart and always behaves calmly.” Unlike some cats, he doesn’t mind being the center of attention and having his long fur stroked by friends and acquaintances alike. Playful personalities and their love of socialization are traits that make the Maine Coon breed an ideal choice for families looking for a good pet and companion.

Scroll down to see just how large Kefir is. Then, follow him on Minina’s TikTok account dedicated to all of his fluffy glory.

Kefir the Maine Coon cat is a gentle giant that weighs over 27 pounds. He's so big that people mistake him for a dog!

Kefir loves to show off his purrsonality in his “selfies.”

See the legend that is Kefir in all his fluffy glory on TikTok.

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