Education and understanding
Learn with Safe Harbour
Resources to help you understand our program and prepare for the adoption experience.
Meet our Maine Coons
Get to know the cats in our breeding program and the lines we work with.
Meet the catsUnderstand adoption
Application, reservation, pricing, departure timing and support.
Read the adoption processBringing your kitten home
Explore pickup and transport arrangements for your family.
Plan the journey homePrepare for your kitten
Review your contract, plan pickup or transport, and discuss your kitten’s transition home.
Read preparation guidanceThe Safe Harbour Blog
Explore our existing collection of articles and stories about Maine Coons.
Read the blogBrowse learning topics
Maine Coon 101
Explore the breed’s history, appearance and individual personalities.
Explore articlesHealth & Genetics
Explore inherited traits, screening and questions to discuss with your veterinarian.
Explore articlesKitten Development
Follow kitten growth, early experiences and preparation for adulthood.
Explore articlesNutrition
Explore food, feeding routines and everyday nutrition questions.
Explore articlesGrooming & Coat Care
Find articles on brushing, coat changes and building a grooming routine.
Explore articlesBehavior & Communication
Learn about body language, social bonds and everyday cat behavior.
Explore articlesEnrichment & Environment
Explore play, climbing, scratching and a home that welcomes cats.
Explore articlesLiving With Maine Coons
Consider household routines, other pets and life with a large companion cat.
Explore articlesPreparing for Your Kitten
Plan supplies, the first days at home and your kitten’s transition.
Explore articlesResponsible Breeding
Explore breeding decisions, responsible placement and questions to ask.
Explore articlesSafe Harbour Practices
Understand our approach to adoption, care and support.
Explore our practicesProducts We Love
Browse the existing Safe Harbour product collection.
Questions are part of learning.
Contact us about our program or preparing for adoption.
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