Dominant Blue Eyes
Rauchen is our striking Dominant Blue Eyes male from the Rociri Elvis line, paired with a dramatic black smoke-with-white coat.
Maine Coon Kitten Sire Za' Merlin Rauchen
Smoky Mountain Maine Coons Presents
Za'Merlin Rauchen
Affectionately Called “Rauchen”Black Smoke with White Dominant Blue Eyes European Maine Coon Sire
Bigger than life, endlessly affectionate, and impossible to forget, Rauchen combines dramatic European beauty with an extraordinary love for people—especially children.
Meet One of Our Most Unforgettable Sires
Bigger Than Life
Za'Merlin Rauchen—affectionately known simply as Rauchen—is our striking black smoke with white Dominant Blue Eyes European Maine Coon sire.
Rauchen has been an incredible addition to Smoky Mountain Maine Coons. He is wonderfully social, endlessly expressive, and has a personality every bit as impressive as his appearance.
He talks constantly, purrs with the presence of a lion, and believes every greeting should include a hug. Rauchen loves affection, cuddling, and being close to his people. He is especially drawn to children and has a warm, confident nature that visitors remember long after meeting him.
Registered NameZa'Merlin Rauchen
Call NameRauchen
ColorBlack Smoke with White
Eye TraitDominant Blue Eyes
Breeding StatusProven Active Sire
PersonalityAffectionate & Outgoing
Favorite PeopleEspecially Loves Children
Signature TraitA Purr as Big as a Lion
A Total Lover
Rauchen's extraordinary temperament is every bit as memorable as his dramatic appearance.
If you do not want a hug, do not say hello to Rauchen. He seeks out companionship, expects affection, and is happiest when he is being held, cuddled, talked to, or included in whatever his people are doing.
Everyone who visits says the same thing: there is simply no way to fully describe Rauchen until you meet him. His size, intelligence, expressiveness, and loving nature create a presence that photographs alone cannot capture.
His offspring have proven equally impressive in scope. We have seen Rauchen pass along not only striking appearance and substantial size, but also the affectionate, confident, people-oriented character that makes him so special.
Rauchen's Gallery
A glimpse of the expressive, affectionate personality behind his unforgettable appearance. Click any image to enlarge it.
Distinctive Traits
The qualities that make Rauchen such a recognizable and treasured part of our breeding program.
Black Smoke with White
His rich black smoke coloring, bright white markings, and vivid eyes create a bold and unforgettable contrast.
Substantial Presence
Rauchen is a large, impressive male whose size and confident European type contribute a commanding presence.
Deeply Affectionate
He actively seeks hugs, cuddles, conversation, and close contact with the people around him.
Highly Communicative
Rauchen never stops talking and accompanies his conversations with an enormous, unmistakable purr.
Wonderful with Children
His confident, loving personality and special affection for children make him a favorite with visiting families.
Documented Health Screening
Published results are limited to the screening documents currently maintained in our records.
HCM N/N
Rauchen has documented N/N results for the tested Maine Coon HCM mutation.
SMA Negative
His records document a negative result for the tested variant associated with spinal muscular atrophy.
Responsible Records
We publish only genetic and health results that are supported by documentation retained in our breeding records.
Health-screening disclosure: Genetic screening reflects only the specific variants tested. It does not guarantee that a cat will never develop a health condition and does not replace routine veterinary care or appropriate cardiac evaluation. A comprehensive DNA marker panel is not currently published for Rauchen.
Rauchen's Legacy at Smoky Mountain Maine Coons
A proven sire whose influence is visible in both the beauty and character of his offspring.
Rauchen has become an important part of our breeding program. His offspring have reflected the qualities we value most: striking expression, substantial presence, intelligence, confidence, and a deeply affectionate connection with people.
His planned pairings are selected with careful attention to health, compatibility, structure, temperament, and responsible Dominant Blue Eyes breeding. Our goal is never to pursue appearance at the expense of health or sound breeding decisions.
Responsible Dominant Blue Eyes pairing: Rauchen will be paired only with genetically appropriate, non-DBE females. Two Dominant Blue Eyes cats will not be bred together.
Future Rauchen Pairings
Reserve a Priority Pick
Families interested in a future kitten from Rauchen may reserve a Priority Pick from one of his planned pairings. Priority Picks receive an early opportunity to select according to our reservation process.