Maine Coons are shaggy, sociable and large, and a boarding stay should fit that: height to climb, a blanket to lie on and a calm hand-off at the door.
Why a big cat likes a tower
The CFA says the Maine Coon is the largest of all pedigreed cats, and a documented breed since the 1850s. The cattery at Happy Paws gives each cat an individual four-level tower, sometimes called a condo, with its own litter box and blanket. That height suits a heavy cat that likes to survey the room. A cat tree and cat houses are also in the cattery. One cat is $35 a night on the 2026 rates.
Size and build
The CFA says a Maine Coon can take up to three years to reach full growth, that mature males often reach or exceed 20 pounds, and that the coat is shorter at the shoulders and longer on the sides, stomach and back legs, ending in a long plumed tail. The ears are large and tufted. A young Maine may still be growing into its paws, and an adult male will fill a lower shelf of the tower.
Coat and shedding
The CFA describes heavy, flowing coats and recommends combing two or three times a week to control shedding, prevent hairballs and protect against matting. A comb before drop-off, even a quick one, helps a longhair arrive in good shape, and a cat that comes in matted is harder to keep comfortable. Tell the staff if your cat has had mats before.
Personality at a boarding stay
The CFA calls the Maine Coon sociable, loyal and quite intelligent, going from one lap to another instead of picking a favorite, and fairly independent with a moderate need for people. It says the breed is not considered talkative and gets along with children and other animals. Many Maines settle into a stay calmly, but a first night in a new place can still be quiet. Bring a familiar item and tell us the cat's usual feeding routine.
What a week costs
A seven-night stay for one cat is 7 x $35 = $245 on the 2026 rates. A second Maine Coon from the same home adds 7 x $30 = $210. The nightly fee runs to the 11:30 AM check-out, and a pick-up in the afternoon window (2:00 to 5:00 PM) is half of the nightly fee.
Food, medicine and pick-up
The house food is pate plus chicken-and-rice kibble at no charge, and your own food is welcome in its original bag with the amounts written in cups. Medications are given at no extra charge. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee.