TICA-Registered · Southern Illinois
◆Available Maine Coon Kittens
Looking for a Maine Coon kitten in Illinois, Missouri, or the Midwest? Dashing Coons raises TICA-registered Maine Coon kittens from carefully selected European lines. Our kittens are known for their size, affectionate personalities, bold features, and family-friendly temperaments.
Each kitten is raised in our home, handled daily, vet-checked, given age-appropriate vaccines, and sent home with paperwork and guidance. We offer video calls, in-person verification when possible, and nationwide delivery options. Browse our full kitten photo gallery to see past litters and current parents.
Ask About Current KittensPlease Note: Smoke development in kittens is not fully visible at a young age. Most of our kittens will develop a much more pronounced smoke coat as they mature. This change happens gradually with age. If you would like updated photos or examples of previous kittens now fully matured, please feel free to message me directly.
Frank Sinatra — 9 Months Old
One kitten remaining from this litter. Ready to go home now.
Frank Sinatra — Poly | Blue Smoke | Male | $3,500
Frank Sinatra is one of a kind — a polydactyl blue smoke Maine Coon with the kind of bold, magnetic personality that fills a room. He's playful and curious, always the first to investigate something new, and deeply affectionate with the people he loves. His European structure is exceptional: wide-set ears with dramatic lynx tips, a powerful square muzzle, and a thick, developing smoke coat that will continue to reveal its silver undercoat over the next year. Frank is fully vetted, genetically health-tested through UC Davis, and raised in our home from birth. He is ready to go home now to a family that will match his energy and love him for life.
Featured · Dolly's Newest Litter
Dolly's New Maine Coon Litter
We are excited to introduce Dolly's newest litter at Dashing Coons — the Born of Legends litter. Dolly is one of our beautiful Maine Coon queens, and this litter continues the look and temperament our program is known for: bold Maine Coon features, affectionate personalities, strong structure, and the potential for impressive size as they mature.
These kittens are being raised in our home with daily handling, socialization, and close care. Born June 8, 2026 — ready to go home August–September 2026. Families interested in Dolly's litter are welcome to reach out through our contact form or waitlist.
Ask About Dolly's LitterNew Litter · Now Available
The Born of Legends Litter
Born June 8, 2026 · Ready to go home August–September 2026
5 Kittens
This litter
2 Polydactyl
Extra toes
10–12 Wks
Go-home age
About this litter: The Born of Legends kittens are large, structurally impressive European Maine Coons with authentic imported bloodlines. Born June 8th, they will be ready to go home at 10–12 weeks of age (August–September 2026). Every kitten is raised inside our home with daily handling, exposed to children, household sounds, and other animals from day one. All are TICA-registered, fully vetted, and backed by our written health guarantee. Spots fill fast — text us at (618) 973-6926 to reserve yours.
Samson — Non-Poly | Black Smoke with White | Male | $4,000
Named for the mightiest warrior in scripture, Samson carries his legend in every line of his body. He is a non-polydactyl black smoke male, born nearly solid black — as all true smoke kittens are — and destined to reveal a breathtaking silver undercoat as he matures, like a hero emerging from shadow into light. His white mitted gloves mark all four paws, and a bold white blaze crowns his forehead like a battle standard. He is already the largest and most commanding presence in the litter: wide chest, heavy bone, and a temperament as confident and magnetic as the name he carries. Samson does not simply enter a room. He claims it.
Magnus — Non-Poly | Black Smoke | Male | $3,500
Magnus — the Great. In ancient Rome, the name was reserved for those whose deeds exceeded ordinary measure, and this non-polydactyl black smoke male has already begun to earn it. He is bold and relentlessly curious, always the first to investigate, always the first to engage. His smoke coat deepens daily, and his European structure — towering ear furnishings, wide powerful muzzle, heavy bone — speaks of a lineage built for greatness. Magnus will not be forgotten.
Delilah — Non-Poly | Calico | Female | $4,000
In the old stories, Delilah held a power that no army could match — the power of rare, undeniable beauty. This non-polydactyl calico female carries that same rare quality. Calico females are uncommon in any Maine Coon program; in a European smoke bloodline, they are extraordinary. Her coat is a living tapestry — patches of color that no two eyes will read the same way, shifting and deepening as she grows into her full legend. She is sweet-natured and deeply social, with the quiet confidence of a cat who knows her own worth. Delilah is not simply available. She is a once-in-a-program opportunity.
Goliath — Poly | Black Smoke | Male | $3,500
The name Goliath was given to the largest warrior the ancient world had ever seen — and this polydactyl black smoke male is already living up to it. He is the heaviest kitten in the litter, with a bone structure so massive it draws the eye the moment you see him. His polydactyl paws are prominent and well-formed, each one a testament to the ancient Maine Coon trait that once helped these cats navigate the decks of sailing ships. His smoke coat is the darkest of the litter — a deep, rich black that will slowly part to reveal silver beneath, like a giant stepping out of the dark. Goliath is calm, steady, and utterly without equal.
Titus — Poly | Black Smoke | Male | $3,500
Titus was the name of emperors and conquerors — men who ruled not through brute force alone, but through presence, discipline, and the kind of quiet authority that commands respect without demanding it. This polydactyl black smoke male carries that same energy. His extra toes are a mark of the oldest Maine Coon bloodlines — prominent, well-formed, and impossible to miss. His coat is rich and even, developing with the measured elegance of a true European smoke. His ear tufts are already prominent, his muzzle square and strong, his cheekbones high and defined — every feature a reflection of the authentic imported bloodlines behind this litter. Titus is affectionate and easygoing, the kind of Maine Coon who settles beside you and makes the world feel calmer. An emperor for your home.
◆ The Process ◆
What Happens After You Reach Out
Text Us First
Due to high scam call volume, an initial text to (618) 973-6926 is required before scheduling calls or visits. Introduce yourself and mention which kitten caught your eye.
Meet the Kitten
We schedule a live video call so you can see your kitten in real time, ask questions, and get a feel for their personality before committing to anything.
Place a Deposit
A $1,000 deposit reserves your kitten — first deposit, first pick. It is applied toward your total and activates your written health guarantee. Payment is processed securely through Intuit QuickBooks.
Updates as They Grow
We send regular photo and video updates as your kitten develops. You'll watch their smoke coat emerge and their personality take shape.
Go-Home Day
At 10–12 weeks your kitten goes home fully vetted, vaccinated, TICA-registered, and with a written health guarantee. We personally travel with them if you're far away.
Why Your Kitten Looks Dark Right Now
All true smoke Maine Coons are born nearly solid black. The silver undercoat — the defining feature of the smoke pattern — develops gradually over the first 6–12 months. By the time your kitten is a year old, the contrast between the dark tips and the silver base will be dramatic and breathtaking. This is not a flaw; it's how the genetics work. Every kitten in this litter will mature into a stunning smoke coat.
Preparing for Your New Kitten
We send every family home with guidance, but the more prepared you are before go-home day, the smoother the transition. These posts from our blog cover everything you need to know:
First 30 Days Checklist
Everything you need in the first month.
Read →Kitten-Proofing Your Home
Make your space safe before they arrive.
Read →What to Expect Bringing Them Home
The first days, week by week.
Read →Best Food for Maine Coons
What we feed and what we recommend.
Read →Grooming Guide
Coat care, tools, and routine.
Read →Health Issues Buyers Should Know
What to watch for and why testing matters.
Read →◆ Behind the Litter ◆
Meet Dolly and Cheetoe
The Born of Legends litter comes from two of our most exceptional cats. Dolly Parton is a large, calm, nurturing queen with black smoke genetics and a confident, affectionate temperament. Viscount Cheeto Puff is our red tabby polydactyl king — playful, energetic, and deeply bonded to people. Together they produce kittens with impressive size, bold structure, and the kind of personality that makes Maine Coons legendary companions.
TICA Registered
Verifiable credentials
UC Davis Tested
HCM · SMA · PKD
In-Home Raised
Family socialized
Health Guaranteed
Written guarantee
Sponsor a Kitten Slot
We partner with a small number of businesses, brands, and individuals who want visibility with a highly engaged audience of Maine Coon buyers. A sponsored kitten slot puts your name in front of families who are actively making a purchase decision — one of the most valuable moments in any buyer journey.
Sponsorships are commission-based and priced per inquiry or placement. We keep it simple, transparent, and limited to partners whose products or services genuinely serve our families. We do not take every sponsor — we take the right ones.
Ideal for: pet supply brands, cat food companies, pet insurance providers, cat-related subscription boxes, veterinary practices, and other businesses serving Maine Coon owners.
Inquire About Sponsorship
We'll send you a quote within 2 business days.
◆ Reserve Your Kitten ◆
Ready to Bring One Home?
Text (618) 973-6926 to inquire or reserve. Due to high scam call volume, an initial text is required before scheduling calls or visits. Spots go fast — the Born of Legends litter is already generating interest.