I am not a Maine coon "specialist", they are not common here, but I immediately thought Barney was a Maine Coon when I saw him!
And I agree with you all, Barney should be the "Cat of the Year 2005"!!!
My Peppito and I felt in love with Barney and his story, so I can't resist posting again!
And for the previous owners of the house all I can say is !!! They don't know what they missed in their life !