Hello, my name is Laura Shanks, and I am the heart behind Blackmoon Maine Coons. As a single mom to two incredible sons with unique challenges, I’ve seen firsthand how love, resilience, and companionship can transform lives. For us, the Maine Coon breed has become more than just pets—they’ve been a source of comfort, companionship, and joy that has enriched our family in ways I never imagined.

My love for cats began in childhood, and I always dreamed of having a Maine Coon. Over the years, I faced countless scams and dead ends in my search for a reputable breeder, which left me feeling discouraged. But in 2022, everything changed when a friend introduced me to Jacque, someone who shares my passion and has become an incredibly close friend and partner in this journey. Through Jacque, I was able to bring beautiful, pedigree Maine Coons from Germany and Russia into our lives.

Together, Jacque and I built a breeding program rooted in love, care, and a shared commitment to the Maine Coon breed. Our cats aren’t just animals—they’re cherished members of our family, and each kitten we raise reflects the deep connection we feel to these gentle giants. We started Blackmoon Maine Coons with the goal of sharing the joy, companionship, and wonder that Maine Coons have brought to us with others who, like us, seek something truly special in a pet.

Thank you for visiting, and we look forward to helping you find a Maine Coon who will enrich your life as they have ours.

All pedigree Bloodlines

Our Maine Coon breeding Cats are pedigree full bred Mainecoon lines from Germany and Russia

A Furever Friend

Maine Coons are called “gentle giants” and the “dogs of the cat world." They are very intelligent, friendly cats.