As a social breed that gets along well with children, other cats and even dogs, the Rexed Maine Coon can also be an outstanding indoor cat. Its inquisitive nature is soothed by plenty of playtime and activities to acquiesce possible boredom. Also, if you have mice or rats, the Rexed Maine Coon can be a potential savior, as they are expert mousers and their ancestors were originally used as such by sailors on large vessels. With their laid back, warm and loving personalities, the unusual Rexed Maine Coon can be an ideal pet for just about anyone. The Rexed Maine Coon appears to be simply a Maine Coon with medium length, soft, wavy fur.
Colors can range in a fair amount of variety.
The most commonly seen color is the brown tabby, but Rexed Maine Coons can come in almost any color with the one exception of the distinct colors and markings seen on the Siamese breed. The color ranges of the Rexed Maine Coon are blue, red, silver, cream and patched tabbies, as well as solid colors like red, blue, white, black and tortoiseshell. A white chest, stomach and feet can accompany and of the above colors. Sturdy also describes the general life span, as the Rexed Maine Coon can live as long as the Maine Coon, up to 12 years and beyond. The eyes are large, round and usually gold, green or a beautiful mixture of both.