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Meet Zeus, the Giant Maine Coon Who Stands Over 4 Feet Tall!
Daily Galaxy ^ | April 29, 2025 | Lydia Amazouz

Posted on 04/29/2025 9:12:46 PM PDT by Red Badger

A Maine Coon named Zeus has taken the internet by storm, earning millions of views across social media platforms with his sheer size and playful antics. Standing at an impressive 4 feet tall when on his back legs, Zeus is not your typical house cat. This gentle giant has captured the hearts of millions, and his owner, Daniela Ermolaeva, couldn’t be more proud of the attention her beloved pet is receiving, as highlighted in a recent feature by The Independent.

Zeus, weighing 13 kg (around 28.6 pounds), has quickly become a sensation on Instagram under the handle @zeus.mainecoon.official. His rise to fame began when a video of him standing on his hind legs and performing tricks went viral, amassing millions of views in just a week. Today, his videos continue to rack up views in the tens of millions, solidifying his place as a social media superstar.

A Dream Come True for Daniela

For Daniela, Zeus was a dream come true. Having always admired the Maine Coon breed for their large size and striking appearance, she never thought owning one would be a reality. That changed in 2021 when her partner, Liviu, surprised her with Zeus. The moment Daniela laid eyes on the giant kitten, she knew it was fate. “I saw a story online about this little kitten with these big eyes and a big tail, and I just knew it was him,” she recalled.

Despite initial doubts about the challenges of caring for such a large cat, Daniela thoroughly researched the breed and was determined to make her dream a reality. Since bringing Zeus into her life, Daniela has shared his journey and adorable moments on social media, captivating followers with his size and personality.

Zeus the cat and owner Daniela can be found sharing content on @zeus.mainecoon.official (Family handout/PA Real Life)

Zeus: The Gentle Giant

While his sheer size can be intimidating to some, Zeus is described as the “sweetest cat” by Daniela. Despite his ability to stand as tall as 4 feet 3 inches when reaching for treats, Zeus is known for his mellow and playful nature. He enjoys performing tricks like high-fiving and offering his paw, and he sleeps on a husky-sized bed, where his massive tail often spills over the edge.

Zeus’s calm demeanor makes him the perfect companion, even for other animals. Daniela shared that he has made friends with their neighbor’s Golden Retriever, proving that size doesn’t dictate temperament.

A Social Media Star

Zeus’s journey to stardom started when Daniela began posting content to keep family and friends updated on his growth. Little did she know, one of her videos would go viral, earning 1 million views in a week. Now, with millions of views and followers across Instagram and TikTok, Zeus has become one of the most recognizable cats on the internet. His adorable appearance, playful tricks, and larger-than-life presence make him a captivating figure online.

Daniela never anticipated Zeus would become an Instagram sensation. “Becoming an Instagram influencer or blogger was not in our plans at all,” she explained. But the overwhelming response to his videos has convinced her that his popularity is well-deserved. Zeus’s social media fame has allowed Daniela to creatively share his journey and educate others about the unique Maine Coon breed.

The High Maintenance of a Majestic Cat

Owning a Maine Coon like Zeus comes with its challenges. With a daily diet of 500g of food, including raw beef and high-quality dry food, Zeus’s meals are as grand as his size. Maintaining his glossy, cotton-like fur also requires a strict grooming routine, with Daniela brushing his fur several times a day to keep it in top condition.

The financial investment required to care for a cat of Zeus’s size is significant, as the cost of food, grooming, toys, and veterinary care is much higher than for a typical cat. But for Daniela, it’s all worth it to see her beloved companion thrive and continue entertaining the world.


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To: ifinnegan

My friend in California always had Maine Coon cats. Beautiful, highly intelligent felines. She flew to Maine to get two at the Kittery Cattery in Kittery, Maine. Very expensive. And not as large as the one pictured here.


21 posted on 04/29/2025 10:06:08 PM PDT by Veto! (Trump Is Superman)
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To: HighSierra5

Supposedly the Guinness book record of mc cat is about 47 inches long(including tail)...this supposedly stands at 4’3”(51 inches) ....internet so full of lies...I am skeptical.


22 posted on 04/29/2025 10:11:32 PM PDT by Getready (Wisdom is more valuable than gold and harder to find. )
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To: Red Badger

“Heeeeere, human, human, human, human!”


23 posted on 04/29/2025 10:13:05 PM PDT by Allegra (Thank you, greatly appreciate your comment. )
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To: Harmless Teddy Bear

One of my friend’s Maine Coons used the toilet. The other went out every morning and walked a few blocks to spend the day at the bar with the drinkers there. She didn’t drink, just liked the company of men. What a hussy.

Then my friend decided to be a lesbian, didn’t tell her daughters. One of the Maine Coons would not set foot in the house when that woman was there. You really can’t go wrong with a Maine Coon.


24 posted on 04/29/2025 10:13:10 PM PDT by Veto! (Trump Is Superman)
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To: ifinnegan
How do you get a cat like that?

Our last wienerdog died three years ago. My wife was going through a lot of other issues, and she was heartbroken. We live in an area a little outside of a city and people abandon a lot of cats here. A very scruffy looking orange cat started showing up on our back porch. But he was very timid. She started putting out food for him. After a few months my wife and him made friends and a month or two after that he moved in with us.

He seemed to be a normal sized cat when he first arrived but he kept growing. We took him to the vet to check for a chip in case he was lost... but there was nothing. The vet said that he was a kitten, and he was still growing. Sure, enough he grew to be over 16 pounds... at his last checkup he weighed over 18 pounds. I asked if we were feeding him too much. The vet said, “No, he is just a really big cat and many really big cats don't stop growing until they are about 5 years old.” She laughed because we were wienerdog dog people for over 40 years and now our cat is bigger than any of the dogs that we have had.

He is a very affectionate cat and people always wonder if we have photoshopped pictures that we show them. The cat Zeus outweighs him by about 10 pounds, but Teddy is a Siberian who is extremely fluffy which makes him look larger than he actually is. He is over 3 feet tall when he stands on his back feet. He dwarfs all of the cat trees we have bought for him... We had to get a supersized litter box.

But he is extremely affectionate and has more of a dog like personality than I have ever seen in an animal that is not a dog. His favorite game is a sort of hockey game where we bat juice bottle caps across the floor, and he chases them down and bats them back. He can hit the caps so hard that they fly all the way across the room. And of course, he always likes to jump to the highest flat spot in any room. I am always worried that he is going to hurt himself when he jumps back down, but I have no idea how to end this behaivior.

He sheds so much this time of the year that I bought 3 robo-vacs so we can run them around each floor of the house every two or three days. The last time I pulled all of the fur out of the base station bags, we had enough fur to cover two or three cats. I am normally allergic to cats and many types of dogs, but his fur doesn't really bother me except that sometimes while I am sleeping he cuddles up to my face and I wake up with fur stuck to my lips and whiskers and in my nose.

25 posted on 04/29/2025 10:26:40 PM PDT by fireman15
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To: Red Badger

Oooooooo! I want dat kitteh!!!! Pretty fella!

Years ago, I had a friend who had several show cats. I helped her show them a few times. During rare breaks in running cats to one judge or another, I’d go to the area where the Maine Coons were to admire their beauty and their grand size.

I had a “mutt” cat who stood around 3 ft. tall and weighed 22 lbs. Sadly, I lost him to cancer last year.


26 posted on 04/29/2025 10:27:24 PM PDT by radu (God bless our military men and women, past and present)
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To: Red Badger

I had a good sized calico, and he could talk.
But I got rid of him, everything out of his mouth was damned lie.


27 posted on 04/29/2025 10:40:27 PM PDT by tumblindice (America's founding fathers: all armed conservatives)
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To: Red Badger

Wait, I thought we couldn’t use that word anymore.


28 posted on 04/29/2025 10:50:08 PM PDT by NoLibZone (Scary that a party can "run" a candidate that doesn't feel any need to campaign.)
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To: NoLibZone

Only in bad connotations................


29 posted on 04/29/2025 10:51:24 PM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: Red Badger

That requires a very very large catbox.


30 posted on 04/29/2025 10:58:57 PM PDT by Bullish (I've never seen such morons... Have you?)
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To: ifinnegan

I found one in the wild as a kitten after a hurricane. He is HUGE and sooooooo loving!!!!! He is quite the talker and ‘warbles’ when he meows! ❤️

I have to use a Rubbermaid storage tub as a litter box because he is so tall! He comes when I call him and lays beside me on the breakfast table so we can have breakfast together and if I dont’ share with him fast enough, he puts his paw on my wrist and pulls it towards him or just pats me on the back of my hand.


31 posted on 04/30/2025 1:53:31 AM PDT by Cowgirl of Justice
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To: Cowgirl of Justice

Wow. That’s sounds great. Kitten foundlings are always the most lovable and are so close to us as the humans.


32 posted on 04/30/2025 2:14:28 AM PDT by ifinnegan (Democrats kill babies and harvest their organs to sell)
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To: ifinnegan

What does he use for a litter box?!

The bathtub??


33 posted on 04/30/2025 2:18:55 AM PDT by mewzilla (Swing away, Mr. President, swing away!)
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To: mewzilla

You gotta ask cowgirl. #31.


34 posted on 04/30/2025 2:24:41 AM PDT by ifinnegan (Democrats kill babies and harvest their organs to sell)
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To: Red Badger

I have a cat that barely breaks 6 lbs.

When I was in Boston years ago some researchers I knew bred cats that didn’t grow up. Always kittens. Gave them to their friends.

They were cute but kittens are like babies... they need to grow up

They had the lifespan of less than a year


35 posted on 04/30/2025 2:32:10 AM PDT by Chickensoup
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To: Chickensoup

Small versions of larger animals typically have health problems, kidneys, heart, liver, etc.............


36 posted on 04/30/2025 2:37:39 AM PDT by Red Badger (Homeless veterans camp in the streets while illegals are put up in 5 Star hotels....................)
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To: ifinnegan

Check into the Cat Fancier’s Association breeder page. Or look for a local show from the CFA. https://cfa.org/breed/maine-coon-cat/

https://find-a-breeder.cfa.org/single-category/maine-coon-cat/


37 posted on 04/30/2025 2:48:57 AM PDT by EBH (We haven't run out of road, the can rusted away. )
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To: Red Badger

I can imagine the size and smell of the litter box.


38 posted on 04/30/2025 3:55:30 AM PDT by maddog55 (The only thing systemic in America is the left's hatred of it!)
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To: Red Badger

I recently lost my remarkable Main Coone. They are incredible...but high maintenance.


39 posted on 04/30/2025 4:41:51 AM PDT by freepertoo
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To: ifinnegan

Thanks!


40 posted on 04/30/2025 4:43:35 AM PDT by mewzilla (Swing away, Mr. President, swing away!)
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