My name is Ashley Ross, and I am a registered Maine Coon Cat Breeder with the cattery name (prefix) GiantMaines on TICA. Feel confident in an established and experienced breeder since 2020 (registered in 2020 when I had my first litter). You will find that GiantMaines is a dual-registered cattery with both CFA and TICA. I am known throughout the world for outstanding quality.

Welcome to our cat-tastic world! Our family homes are nestled in the scenic foothills of Los Angeles, California, and we hand-deliver nationwide.

Finding top-quality Maine Coons is no easy feat, even with proper screening. I've had cats from so-called top bloodlines from top catteries, only to find they didn’t meet the mark. My vision? To select the wildest-looking, lynx-like Maine Coons with optimal health and superb temperaments. We’ve got a fully stocked NICU for kittens, complete with two incubators and all the bottle-feeding essentials.

All our kittens are raised right in our home, underfoot. Their main playground is a sprawling 2,000 sqft area in our house, a cat’s paradise brimming with toys, trees, and more. It’s organized chaos—always clean and well-maintained. Kittens roam the entire house, with the main area dedicated to litter-box training and safe nighttime snoozing. We follow a "Kitten Development Program" inspired by Puppy Culture by Jane Messineo Lindquist (Killion).

Early in my breeding journey, I was introduced to the Maine Coon Cat. Rumor had it they were as large, if not larger, than the Savannah (the world’s tallest domestic cat breed). Unlike the hyper, intense, and demanding Savannah, Maine Coons are gentle, docile, and low-energy. I wondered if such a fantastic cat was possible. And yes, they do exist! But many bloodlines have issues. That's why I believe in responsible breeding, which means DNA-testing the parents of each litter for all testable health conditions. All our adult cats in our breeding program are DNA health tested before reproducing.

I’ve raised both Savannahs and Maine Coons (not crossed together). For 6 years, I bred the elusive Savannah Cats, producing some of the rarest, most exotic, and expensive domestic cats in existence. I have developed cats from my own multi-generational bloodlines, placing them in homes around the world. I’ve had the great fortune to place cats in many wonderful homes, often with repeat clients and even a few celebrities.

The International Cat Association

GiantMaines is a proud member in good standing.

TICA Member in Good Standing Since 2006! Verify that I am a TICA-registered breeder by asking for my membership card, the voluntary code of ethics, and checking the TICA.org website listing.

TICA Membership

Being TICA registered shows a breeder's commitment, but it's not a guarantee of reputation. Even scammers can register with TICA.

TICA Voluntary Code of Ethics

Breeders who voluntarily sign this code agree to breed responsibly and find good homes for their kittens. It's a sign of a breeder in good standing who cares about their cats' welfare.

TICA Listing

To purchase a breeder classified ad (TICA Listing), a breeder must be a TICA member in good standing and part of the Breed Section or Working Group for the breed they wish to advertise.

What Is A Kitten Scam?

Internet scams are rampant, targeting innocent pet buyers across all types of animals—horses, chickens, dogs, cats, birds, and more! But once you know the signs, spotting a scammer becomes easy.

Scammers create elaborate websites with multiple pages, and when one gets taken down, they pop up again with new names. They steal photos from legitimate breeders and text from random websites, and they might even pay for Google ads to rank high in search engines. These scammers live off tricking people, often asking for extra money at the last minute for "registration costs" or "customs fees."

What To Look For In Your Breeder?

  • Microchipping: The breeder microchips the kitten so it can be returned if lost.

  • Return Policy: The breeder will take back a kitten if it becomes homeless.

  • Vaccinations: The breeder gives age-appropriate shots.

  • Parasite Prevention: The breeder provides parasite prevention.

  • Spaying & Neutering: The breeder spays/neuters kittens before placement to prevent potential pyometra and accidental litters.

  • 12-Week Minimum: The breeder keeps kittens until at least 12 weeks old to ensure they are emotionally and physically ready. Allowing a kitten to leave earlier can compromise its well-being and immune system for life.

Can You Verify the Breeder?

  • Registration: Verify that the breeder is registered with CFA or TICA.

  • Cattery Numbers: The breeder can provide their cattery numbers for verification.

  • TICA Listing: A TICA.org verification listing can only be obtained by a registered TICA member with a signed code of ethics.

Beware of breeders who don't want to deal with paperwork or claim to be "just producing pets." They likely don't have registration papers and may be disregarding legal contracts.

How Old Do We Release Our Kittens?

The breeder should keep kittens until they are at least 16 weeks old to ensure they are emotionally and physically ready. Letting a kitten leave earlier can compromise its well-being and immune system for life. The bitterness of a poor-quality animal will linger long after the sweetness of a cheap price is forgotten. Giant Maine Coons need to be monitored for heart issues to at least 4 months.

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Support breeders who go above and beyond for the breed, ensuring the best health and temperament for their kittens.