As with all other cats and dogs, if the children are too rowdy and overactive, even a kind, calm and good-natured Maine Coon can get irritated after a point. Still, of all cat breeds, Maine Coons are arguably the most suitable breed for households with small kids. As long as you teach your children to be gentle and respectable towards the Maine Coon, the cat will be happy to play with them in a lot of different ways including chasing, fetch, snuggling and petting, and even dress-up.