| Breed Name | Maine Coon (Maine Coon) |
|---|---|
| Species | Feline (Felis catus) |
| Primary Registry | FIFe #MCO |
| Group / Category | FIFe Category 1 — FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2025-01-01 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FIFe Standard #MCO (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Maine Coon (FIFe #MCO)
Maine Coon (EMS code: MCO) is an official FIFe-recognized feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Recognition status: definitive. Standard last modified in 2025.
Maine Coon — Standard & Care
Feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Coat grooming, indoor environmental enrichment, and nutrition follow FIFe welfare and breed standard guidelines.
Check FIFe breeding and registration rules and official EMS MCO standard documentation for mandatory genetic and veterinary health checks.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Maine Coon
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Maine Coon, EMS MCO |
| Español (ES) | Maine Coon |
| Deutsch (DE) | Maine Coon |
| Français (FR) | Maine Coon |
| Português (PT-BR) | Maine Coon |
FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats
FAQ — Maine Coon
What is the official FIFe standard number for Maine Coon?
Maine Coon (Maine Coon) is registered under FIFe Standard #MCO in FIFe Category 1 (FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Maine Coon breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FIFe member organization in your country.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.