Maine Coon kittens · New York
Maine Coon Kittens for Sale in New York
A Maine Coon kitten heading to New York leaves a quiet house in Farmington for one of two very different lives: a city apartment where every square foot counts, or an upstate home that sees real winter. The breed can be happy in either, as long as you plan for its size, because a grown Maine Coon takes up more room than most people expect.
Is New York a Drive or a Flight From Minnesota?
For New York, flying is the only sensible option: roughly 2 hours 35 minutes from MSP to New York LaGuardia (LGA) or JFK, compared with days on the road.
New York is two very different trips. New York City and Long Island are served by three busy airports with frequent flights from Minneapolis; upstate, Buffalo, Rochester and Albany are smaller and may need a connection.
Your Kitten's First Days in New York
If your kitten lands at LaGuardia or JFK, plan the ride home before the flight. Many city households have no car, so book a car service that will take a pet, and keep the carrier on the seat beside you. Queens traffic can turn a short trip into an hour. Newark, across the river in New Jersey, can be easier for Staten Island. Upstate, the Buffalo, Rochester and Albany airports sit close to their cities, but a January lake-effect storm can close roads. In July, keep the curbside wait short, as pavement and parked cars hold the heat. In a studio or one-bedroom, the bathroom makes a good first room. Call a vet before arrival day and book a visit within 72 hours, as busy practices fill up.
Which Airport Is Best for New York City, Long Island and Westchester?
| If you live in | Your kitten arrives via |
|---|---|
| New York City | LaGuardia (LGA) or JFK |
| Long Island | JFK or Long Island MacArthur (ISP) |
| Westchester | LGA or Westchester (HPN) |
| Buffalo | Buffalo Niagara (BUF) |
| Rochester | Rochester (ROC) |
| Albany | Albany (ALB) |
Kat will help you choose. Most families pick a flight nanny, who brings the kitten in the cabin; others fly to Minneapolis and collect, and some routes suit cargo or ground transport. How kittens travel compares them.
When Is the Best Time to Bring a Kitten to New York?
New York City airports are busy and delays are common, and upstate winters are long and snowy. Allow time on go-home day and avoid tight connections.
Easiest months: April to November. Plan around: December to March upstate.
A Maine Coon at Home in New York
A Maine Coon in a New York City apartment needs to go up rather than out: tall cat trees, shelves and window perches make a small space feel big to a large cat. Upstate, in Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse, the snowy winters are exactly what the breed was built for, and the coat will be at its fullest.
More on coat care in shedding and grooming.
Living With a Big Cat in New York
Prewar apartments often come with radiators, and a cushioned radiator cover beside the window can become a big cat's winter bed. Before summer, check that every window screen is firmly fixed in place, because cats do fall from open apartment windows. Clear the top of a bookcase or the fridge as well, since a Maine Coon will claim the highest point in a small room. Upstate, a farmhouse in the Finger Lakes or a split-level outside Albany gives more floor to run on, and on snow days a hallway game of fetch burns off energy. Fourth of July fireworks are loud in the city, so make a closet hideaway with a blanket and leave the door ajar.
See Maine Coon behavior for play and enrichment ideas.
What Does a Kitten Cost in New York?
A Maine Coon kitten from Kats Kits is $700. You pay a $200 deposit to reserve, then the rest before your kitten leaves at 10 weeks. Kat prices the trip to New York up front, so there are no surprises. The prices page lists what is included, and the kitten contract covers the terms, including a vet check within 72 hours of arrival.
Questions From New York Families
How much is a Maine Coon kitten in New York?
A Maine Coon kitten from Kats Kits is $700. Reserving one takes a $200 deposit, and getting it to New York is priced separately for your trip.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to New York?
About 2 hours 35 minutes from MSP to New York LaGuardia (LGA) or JFK. Exact times change with the airline and the time of year.
How does a kitten get to Albany?
Usually through Albany (ALB). Kat will check the easiest way in for your exact address.
Other States Near New York
In New York and Wondering How It Would Work?
Let Kat know your town in New York and the kitten you have your eye on. Call (651) 463-4780 or email katskitscattery@aol.com.