Congratulations on your new fluffy boy. Maine Coon cats are wonderful companions, usually quite affectionate and gregarious. Not all cats like to sleep cuddled up with each other--or with their humans. Maybe it’s due to all that fur making them too hot. My cat Seren has never enjoyed sleeping with us, although on very cold winter days she will sometimes deign to lap-sit for a while.
Purring is very individual. Kittens from the same litter can vary greatly in their purr-power. Some cats purr in deference to others, including humans, and this boy may simply be a confident cat who doesn’t feel the need. So when he does purr, treasure that even more since he’s not an “indiscriminate” purr machine!
The pose you describe--what I call “elevator butt”--typically is offered as an affectionate greeting. Cats often assume this position to invite a friendly stroking hand or scratch at the base of the tail. Cats also often throw themselves at owner’s feet and roll as a greeting display. I’d say you’ve got nothing to worry about in the affection department with this fella.
Finally, the question of adding another cat to the household should be considered carefully. Since he came from a home with many other cats, if he got along well with them, he likely would do well with a feline companion. But choose another cat not just to satisfy him--because there’s no guarantee the kitty you pick will tickle his fancy.
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