Introducing Samson: NYC’s Heaviest Cat, Weighing 28 Pounds

Maine Coon cats are popular all around the world because of their large size and thick double coat that is ideal to survive harsh winter conditions. They are very sociable creatures who love to follow their owners wherever they go. These cats are full of personality and are known to be gentle giants. Maine Coon cats have the ability to sense their human’s mood and are therefore ideal as pets.

They are naturally curious creatures who will purr their way into your heart. Since they are gentle it is very easy for humans to get along with them. Maine Coon cats are also strong and athletic. They are of high intelligence and are capable of learning various tricks. These cats get along with kids as well as cat-friendly dogs. However, is not easy to take care of Maine Coon cats because their coat needs frequent care and their large size doesn’t make it easy to handle them.

Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs

Samson is a 28Lbs Maine Coon cat living in the city of New York. He is not just larger than other domestic cats but is also bigger than wild bobcats. Jonathan Zurbel is Samson’s human owner. This adorable ball of fluff is about 4 feet in length and has successfully acquired the title of “The Largest Cat in New York City” title. There is also the possibility that he is the largest cat in the world.

Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs

The cat who held the previous Guinness World Record passed away back in 2013 and Samson is well suited for the title because he measures 4.04 feet. He is adorable as well as a tough cat. The term “gentle giant” can definitely be applied to Samson because of his gentle nature. Unlike some other Maine Coon cats, Samson is not overweight or fat. He is instead a sturdy and strong cat.

Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs
Meet Samson - The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs

This loving cutie waits by the bedroom door until his human wakes up. He then comes inside the room and sits on his human owner’s belly. According to Jonathan, “He is very kind and sweet and a very well behaved cat. He is a dream cat.” This brown and white ball of fluff is quite the poser and people absolutely adore him. Don’t forget to take a look at his adorable photographs because we guarantee that you will fall in love with him at first sight.

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