Meet Kefir, the Maine Coon cat who is making waves on social media. This adorable feline is only one year old but stands as tall as a small child. His owner, Yulia Minina, has been sharing pictures of him online, and they have quickly gone viral. Kefir weighs a staggering 26.5 pounds, and when he stands up, he towers over most people. Despite his size, Kefir may not be done growing yet. Maine Coon cats typically continue to grow until they reach three years old. So, we might just see even more of Kefir’s impressive stature in the future.

Kefir, a cat weighing 26.5 pounds, has the potential to grow up to one meter in length. This feline belongs to the Maine Coon breed, which is the second biggest domestic cat species globally and originated from the state of Maine in the United States. Interestingly, this particular breed is even officially recognized as the state cat of Maine.

Maine Coon cats are renowned for being the second biggest domestic cat breed globally, and they can reach a length of one meter. Despite their size, these feline friends are affectionately called gentle giants due to their amiable dispositions.

According to Kefir’s owner, many people mistake him for a dog when they visit their house. Yulia explained to Pets Radar that despite Kefir’s imposing appearance, he is actually quite affectionate and humble. When visitors come over, they tend to focus all their attention on Kefir and he enjoys being petted. However, strangers often assume he is a dog upon meeting him.