This Smarty-Pants Maine Coon Cat May Actually Be Calling for Mom by Name
Cats may not be able to speak in human language, but they quickly find ways to communicate with us anyway. After you get to know your cat, it's easy to figure out what all of their different meows mean. When they want to tell you something, trust me - they'll let you know.
And sometimes, the chattier cats among us might even get really good at picking up on words they hear frequently. The mom of the beautiful Maine Coon, Capone, in the video below thinks she caught her kitty saying "mom." Do you hear it?
@indigenouswarrior1 Tell me if you hear it…I'm a crazy cat lady so I hear him say mom…only sometimes does it come out but when he wants something it's seems clear. Like tonight he's saying "mom" come on I wanna go outside! Mr. Capone is an inside cat but I go out with him now and again to let his nature take over. #mainecoon#kitty#cat#life#momtok
original sound - CheytonRose
In her caption, Capone's mom Cheyton Rose explained, "I'm a crazy cat lady so I hear him say mom… only sometimes does it come out but when he wants something it's seems clear. Like tonight he's saying 'mom' come on I wanna go outside!"
She may be a "crazy cat lady" (which is only a compliment in these here parts) but her ears aren't lying to her - it sure does sound like Capone is saying "mom." How precious is that?!
Commenters seem to agree, too, including fellow pet parents who have observed similar behavior in their own cats. "I promise you aren't crazy. I have a cat that says momma and another that says mommy," one wrote.
This is a boy who is ready to take the outdoors by storm. You heard him - let's go outside, Mom!
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Why Maine Coon Cats Are Known for Being Vocal
While not all Maine Coons are making noises that suspiciously sound a lot like "mom" or other real words, they are a very vocal breed in general and are known for being very chatty.
But why? There are a few reasons that Maine Coons love to meow, chirp, and trill so much, though most of it goes back to the fact that they are very social animals, as Altamonte Cats points out. They like to make noises as a form of communication, so while you probably won't find your cat screaming for no reason (which could signal that a trip to the vet is in order), you will probably notice that they seem to be responding when you speak to them or to your other interactions.
However, the different noises they make do mean different things. If you hear your Maine Coon chirping, they're usually excited or curious about something. Softer meows are what you're more likely to hear when you're talking to them and they talk back.
If you're looking for a conversationalist to add to your household, Maine Coons can make excellent roommates. They're very good company, and the fact that they also happen to be such a beautiful breed doesn't hurt, either.
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This story was originally published May 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM.