Maine Coon kittens · Wisconsin
Maine Coon Kittens for Sale in Wisconsin
Wisconsin begins on the far bank of the St. Croix, and for families in the western part of the state, bringing a kitten home is closer to running an errand than planning a trip. Further east the drive stretches to most of a day, but it ends in the same Upper Midwest weather your kitten was born into, just one state over.
How Far Is Wisconsin From Kats Kits?
Western Wisconsin is next door. Hudson and River Falls are about 45 minutes from Farmington, inside Kat's delivery area, and Eau Claire and La Crosse are an easy drive. Typical drive times from Farmington:
| From Farmington to | Drive | Kat delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Hudson | 45 minutes | Yes |
| River Falls | 45 minutes | Yes |
| Eau Claire | 1 hour 45 minutes | Ask Kat |
| La Crosse | 2 hours 15 minutes | Ask Kat |
| Wausau | 3 hours 15 minutes | Ask Kat |
| Madison | 4 hours 15 minutes | Ask Kat |
| Appleton | 4 hours 30 minutes | Ask Kat |
| Green Bay | 4 hours 45 minutes | Ask Kat |
| Milwaukee | 5 hours 15 minutes | Ask Kat |
Drive times are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and route.
Can Kat Deliver in Wisconsin?
Yes, near the border: Hudson and River Falls are inside Kat's delivery area, about 45 minutes from Farmington. Further in, families drive over, meet Kat at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International (MSP), or fly the kitten.
The longest Wisconsin drives are to Milwaukee, Green Bay and the Fox Valley, around five hours from Farmington. For those, many families fly the short hop from Milwaukee or Madison, or meet Kat at Minneapolis airport.
Bringing Your Kitten Home in Wisconsin
For Hudson and River Falls, Kat can bring the kitten over herself, about 45 minutes from Farmington. If you collect in person, the road home to Eau Claire runs east on I-94 and takes roughly an hour and 45 minutes, and La Crosse is about two and a quarter hours. Near Madison, Milwaukee or Green Bay, weigh a full day of driving against the short flight into Dane County, Milwaukee Mitchell or Green Bay Austin Straubel. In winter, warm the car first and keep the carrier off the cold floor; a December snow on the interstate can double a trip. Give the kitten a quiet bedroom for the first few days. Your first vet visit should fall within 72 hours, so find a practice near home in advance.
Getting a Kitten to Hudson and River Falls, Eau Claire and La Crosse
| If you live in | Your kitten arrives via |
|---|---|
| Hudson and River Falls | Kat delivers |
| Eau Claire | Drive, about 1 hour 45 minutes |
| La Crosse | Drive, about 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Madison | Dane County (MSN) or drive |
| Milwaukee | Milwaukee Mitchell (MKE) or drive |
| Green Bay and Appleton | Green Bay (GRB), Appleton (ATW) or drive |
Prefer to fly? Whichever airport suits you, a flight nanny can meet you there with your kitten, or you can collect at MSP yourself. Cargo and ground transport work on some routes too; how kittens travel has the details.
When Is the Best Time to Bring a Kitten to Wisconsin?
Wisconsin winters can close roads and delay flights, so if your kitten goes home between December and March, keep go-home day flexible.
Easiest months: April to November. Plan around: December to March.
A Maine Coon at Home in Wisconsin
Wisconsin winters suit a Maine Coon perfectly, and the breed's thick coat comes fully into its own by midwinter. Indoors, keep up the brushing when the furnace is running, as dry air makes the coat tangle. Wisconsin's farmhouse and lake-house life suits a cat that likes a window with a view.
More on coat care in shedding and grooming.
Keeping a Maine Coon Happy in Wisconsin
Milwaukee's upper and lower duplex flats, Madison apartments near campus and ranch homes outside Eau Claire all work for a Maine Coon if there is something tall to climb, and a floor-to-ceiling cat pole takes very little floor space. In winter, wipe up road salt and melted slush by the door, since a cat that walks through it will lick its paws clean afterward. Game days and holiday gatherings can fill the house, and a closed bedroom with soft music playing gives a shy cat a break from the crowd. On long, dark evenings, serving supper in a puzzle feeder keeps a big, clever cat busy for a while.
See Maine Coon behavior for play and enrichment ideas.
What Does a Kitten Cost in Wisconsin?
A Maine Coon kitten from Kats Kits is $700: $200 to reserve it, and the balance before go-home day. The cost of getting your kitten to Wisconsin is agreed before anything is paid. 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 Wisconsin Families
How much is a Maine Coon kitten in Wisconsin?
A Maine Coon kitten from Kats Kits is $700. The $200 deposit holds your kitten, and Kat quotes the trip to Wisconsin before you pay it.
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Wisconsin?
Roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to Milwaukee (MKE), depending on the route and season.
How does a kitten get to Green Bay and Appleton?
Via Green Bay (GRB), Appleton (ATW) or drive. A flight nanny can bring your kitten there, or Kat will suggest the simplest alternative for your address.
Other States Near Wisconsin
In Wisconsin and Wondering How It Would Work?
Send Kat your Wisconsin address and the kitten you like, and she will map out the trip. Call (651) 463-4780 or email katskitscattery@aol.com.