--- product_id: 6328251 title: "That Yankee Cat: The Maine Coon" brand: "marilis hornidge" price: "€ 33.35" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.es/products/6328251-that-yankee-cat-the-maine-coon store_origin: ES region: Spain --- # That Yankee Cat: The Maine Coon **Brand:** marilis hornidge **Price:** € 33.35 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** That Yankee Cat: The Maine Coon by marilis hornidge - **How much does it cost?** € 33.35 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.es](https://www.desertcart.es/products/6328251-that-yankee-cat-the-maine-coon) ## Best For - marilis hornidge enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted marilis hornidge brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![That Yankee Cat: The Maine Coon - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51+BfdzielL.jpg) ![That Yankee Cat: The Maine Coon - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31IITm946BL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Cat with 'Boondocker' Paws *by E***T on Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2001* "That Yankee Cat" is 'the' complete reference guide to the Maine Coon cat, and well-written to boot. I also read "Maine Coon Cats" by Carol Himsel Daly, and "Guide to Owning a Maine Coon Cat" by Abigail Greene (et al) and "That Yankee Cat" is by far the most interesting and the most specific to the breed. The author, Marilis Hornidge even spends some print on the characteristics of Maine Coon owners (although, for some reason she leaves out the fact that we are all totally loveable):"Maine Coon people, more than any other group in the fancy, seem to enjoy word games in naming organizations, catteries, and their cats."In Chapter 5, "Tales of the Cat", Hornidge gives full rein to Maine Coon-related word play, although she doesn't explain why some owners chose the names they inflicted on these big, shaggy beauties, e.g. Captain Jenks of the Horse Marines, Absorbine Jr., Commodore Perry, and Surfer Dude. ...Breed characteristics are discussed in terms of 'boondocker paws', 'Elizabethan ruff', 'rectangularness', "SMART, SMART, SMART (but not stuck up about it)", 'a dry sense of humor', and 'the Medium-sized Cat in the Large Fur Coat' - not quite CFA-standard language, but easy to visualize! The photographs in this book demonstrate the great variety of the breed, not just your typical big, brown tabby. There are pictures of red mackerel tabbies, cameo tabbies, and splotched tabbies, and even a Black Smoke and a 'tuxedo cat' or two. I only wish more of the photographs could have been in color. It's very difficult to distinguish a brown mackerel from a red mackerel in a black-and-white photograph.The book also has clearly written sections on genetics and coat color, 'peaceful coexistence' (if you own any cat at all, you'll know what that means), grooming, and first-aid.The author has even composed a sub-chapter called 'Pot Purry' which I will leave to your imagination.And speaking of word games and Maine Coon owners, shouldn't a Maine Coon Cattery be called a 'Coonery'?Read "That Yankee Cat" if you're even thinking about getting a kitten. Or not. It's a hundred-and-one pages of sheer delight for those of us who are actually lucky enough to be owned by one of these gentle, shaggy down-Easterners. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you only get one book on Maine Coons, this is it! *by E***Y on Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2012* I recently got a new Maine Coon kitten and I am so glad I got THIS book. Many other books on Maine Coon care (barrons,etc) are just generic cat care books, with Maine Coon pics inserted. The Maine Coon is different. Mainly because of its shear size and particular genetic health problems. The only other Maine Coon book that I would recommend is: Maine Coons, Popular Cats Series, Vol 2 by the editors of Cat Fancy Magazine (Jackie Franza). That Yankee Cat tells more of the history, character and basic care of Maine Coons. The later book is more up to date on all the specific health care and grooming requirements. If you are new to Maine Coons, both these books compliment each other and are a must for new owners.  Maine Coons ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun and interesting look at these cool cats *by C***S on Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2014* Fun and interesting look at these cool cats. I owned a Maine Coon female and she was truly a unique cat. Learning more about this breed was great and I saw many of her characteristics in this book. Whether you're a Maine Coon fan or know someone who is this book makes for excellent reading and a wonderful gift. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.es/products/6328251-that-yankee-cat-the-maine-coon](https://www.desertcart.es/products/6328251-that-yankee-cat-the-maine-coon) --- *Product available on Desertcart Spain* *Store origin: ES* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*