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The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs And Is Larger Than Most Bobcats
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The Largest Cat In NYC Who Weighs 28 Lbs And Is Larger Than Most Bobcats

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Meet Samson, a 28 lbs (~13 kg) Maine Coon cat from NYC who is larger not only than most domesticated felines but also wild bobcats. This fluffy cat is around 4 feet in length and has even been dubbed “the largest cat in NYC.” In fact, he might even be the biggest cat in the world. The current Guinness World record holder passed away in 2013, and this huge cat is measured at 4.04 feet.

“Samson is a very adorable cat but also a tough one, who fits the term gentle giant very well,” Jonathan Zurbel, Samson’s owner, told Love Meow. “He is not fat or overweight but a strong sturdy cat,” the cat dad said. “He waits by my (bedroom) door and comes in first thing in the morning to sit on my belly. He is very kind and sweet and a very well behaved cat. He is a dream cat.”

Now, scroll down below to meet this cute cat for yourself!

More info: Instagram (h/t: nypostlovemeow)

Meet Samson, the mighty kitty who weighs 28 lbs and is around 4 feet in length

This Maine Coon has been dubbed “the largest cat in NYC”

Actually, he might be the largest cat in the world as the current record holder was 4.04 feet long

Though Samson is unconventionally big, he’s in a purrfect health!

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“He is not fat or overweight but a strong Husky sturdy cat,” said his human dad Jonathan

“Samson is a very sweet but a tough cat, who fits the term gentle giant very well”

Image credits: Lisa Lippman

“He waits by my (bedroom) door and comes in first thing in the morning to sit on my belly”

“He is very kind and sweet and a very well behaved cat”

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Image credits: Lisa Lippman

“He is a dream cat”

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Vanessa Winn
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My maine c**n is about 3ft 4in long and 22 lbs ^_^ and all he ever wants to do is crawl under the covers and snuggle.

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Cherie
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Sam was a short haired ginger. He weighted 27 lbs at 6 six years. Vet weighed him twice, because he thought it must have been an error. See he was not fat either, just bigger than life. More love to give, and I srill miss him sometimes. I think my Tink is his etherical daughter, or him reincarnated - she's a lover too, but in a smaller, greynwhite package.

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Gloria Atwell
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is a gorgeous cat!!! You are very lucky to have him. Love the picture of him on your belly. :)

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Betty Ganung
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That kitty is over weight. I have had two maine coons and both were oversized for what show breeders prefer. Parents were grand champions. First Mocha weight was 26 lbs and the present one at 11 years old weighs 24. Neither has or had a tummy like that. I buy a large tote at Walmart and cut a hole in the end to use as a litter box as I've never found one to buy large enough. Dillon-and...d90f52.jpg Dillon-and-RJ-57af575d90f52.jpg

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Lori Ray
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4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is gorgeous!! We luv his colors!! I wouldn't mind holding him! Please hug him, luv him, & give him belly rubs(if he let's u) from us!! 🙂🙂

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Suzann Lindsay
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg how big, I have a fat cat named jinxy but aka garfield as he's big and ginger and loves to be cuddled and belly rubs but my yours is massive would love a cat that size..

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Kevin Kane
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My 25 pound tabby brothers don't look anywhere near that massive. Must be all that bushy fur.

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Kevin Kane
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My 25 pound tabbies are nowhere near that big. Must be that bushy fur.

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AnnieLaurie Burke
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yikes! I thought my 14-pounder was a load on my chest. Samson would probably keep me from breathing.

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Steven Ganz
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a very nice looking kitty although I have the sweetest nicest cuddle kitty in the world you can see her in my profile picture.

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Ludmyla Andrew
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's so adorable! My cat is big, but this one is double my cat's weight. CUTE! <3

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Ludmyla Andrew
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Samson is absolutely adorable!!! My cat is pretty big, but this one is double his weight <3

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Laurie Mann
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Maine C**n is 32 pounds...you know when they step on top of your chest!

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Over Opinionated
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's just so huge i love him My 15 pound shih Tzu gets heavy I would suffocate under him what an amazing lion of a cat

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Vanessa Winn
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My maine c**n is about 3ft 4in long and 22 lbs ^_^ and all he ever wants to do is crawl under the covers and snuggle.

sea_lyon avatar
Cherie
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Sam was a short haired ginger. He weighted 27 lbs at 6 six years. Vet weighed him twice, because he thought it must have been an error. See he was not fat either, just bigger than life. More love to give, and I srill miss him sometimes. I think my Tink is his etherical daughter, or him reincarnated - she's a lover too, but in a smaller, greynwhite package.

atwellgb avatar
Gloria Atwell
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is a gorgeous cat!!! You are very lucky to have him. Love the picture of him on your belly. :)

amawalkecs avatar
Betty Ganung
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That kitty is over weight. I have had two maine coons and both were oversized for what show breeders prefer. Parents were grand champions. First Mocha weight was 26 lbs and the present one at 11 years old weighs 24. Neither has or had a tummy like that. I buy a large tote at Walmart and cut a hole in the end to use as a litter box as I've never found one to buy large enough. Dillon-and...d90f52.jpg Dillon-and-RJ-57af575d90f52.jpg

loriray avatar
Lori Ray
Community Member
4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is gorgeous!! We luv his colors!! I wouldn't mind holding him! Please hug him, luv him, & give him belly rubs(if he let's u) from us!! 🙂🙂

suzie-ann1981 avatar
Suzann Lindsay
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg how big, I have a fat cat named jinxy but aka garfield as he's big and ginger and loves to be cuddled and belly rubs but my yours is massive would love a cat that size..

kevzplace avatar
Kevin Kane
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My 25 pound tabby brothers don't look anywhere near that massive. Must be all that bushy fur.

kevzplace avatar
Kevin Kane
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My 25 pound tabbies are nowhere near that big. Must be that bushy fur.

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AnnieLaurie Burke
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yikes! I thought my 14-pounder was a load on my chest. Samson would probably keep me from breathing.

stevent222 avatar
Steven Ganz
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a very nice looking kitty although I have the sweetest nicest cuddle kitty in the world you can see her in my profile picture.

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Ludmyla Andrew
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's so adorable! My cat is big, but this one is double my cat's weight. CUTE! <3

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Ludmyla Andrew
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Samson is absolutely adorable!!! My cat is pretty big, but this one is double his weight <3

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Laurie Mann
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Maine C**n is 32 pounds...you know when they step on top of your chest!

michelle-quehl avatar
Over Opinionated
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's just so huge i love him My 15 pound shih Tzu gets heavy I would suffocate under him what an amazing lion of a cat

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