The Ragdolls were originated by Ann Baker, a breeder in Riverside, California in
1960. It is believed That a white Persian and a Birman started it all. In 1971 she
started her own cat registry & association known as IRCA, (International Ragdoll Cat
Association)
Ragdoll cats are large, docile, low maintenance, with medium to long non-
matting hair that have amazing and extremely sweet personalities. Shedding
and grooming is minimal. Their trademark is their gorgeous sapphire blue eyes.
Males can weigh 15-20 lbs, females weighing 12-15 lbs. They are very calm and
friendly members of any family. It's safe to say that they are kid tested and
mom's approved. Ragdoll babies are born white and develop their color in the
first 2 years. Ragdolls are also generally a very healthy and hardy breed. With
proper care, diet, and check ups, your new fuzzy friend should have a long
healthy life.
- Seal - Points are deep seal brown. The body color can range from fawn or cream to warm
brown.
- Chocolate - Points are light milk chocolate color. The body color can range from ivory to
cream
- Blue - Points are slate blue or silvery blue-grey. The body color can range from ivory to
bluish white.
- Lilac/frost - Points can vary from frosty-grey lilac to pinkish beige. The body color is
warm magnolia
- Other colors - Red. Cream, and Flame
Colourpoint - Darker points than the rest of the body. Strong contrast is preferred. The nose leather &
paw pads should match the point color
Mitted - Similar to the colourpoint, but with added white "mittens" on the cats paws and a white streak
along the chest & abdomen. May have white blaze on the nose(accepted in shows).
BiColor - The lower part of the body is white, while the upper part maintains the colourpoint pattern. On
the cat's face there is a large V-shaped patch. They may also have a splash or 2 of white on their backs.
Only their tails, ears, and the outer part of their mask show darker markings.
Lynx Point - Shows tabby markings on the face in what appears to be the letter "w".
Tortie / Torbie Point - will generally have red or cream mixed with one of the other colors
- Vaccinations - This is a controversial subject among some Ragdoll breeders and some
Vets. Please contact your Vet and do your own research to make the best choice for you and
your kitten.
- Vaccinations are a very important part of your new friend's life. When you receive your new
kitten he/she will have their first round of shots. They will be also be examined by my Vet.
Again, always talk to your Vet about what they recommend. I give mine Eclipse 4
Caliciviral - 6-8 weeks with booster at 12 months
Rabies - 12-16 weeks with booster every 12 months
Feline Distemper - 6-8 weeks with booster at 12 months
Rhinotrachetis - 8-10 weeks with booster at 12 months
Chlamydiosis, or Pneumonitis - 6-10 weeks with a booster at 12 months
- Feeding your Ragdoll - You should only use premium quality cat foods that have
a balance of the nutrition needed for your cat to be healthy. You should also use
only high quality glass or ceramic dishes. Not using high quality dishes can
cause chin acne or allergic reactions to plastic. Adding table food or changing
your cats food often can cause a digestive upset. Milk should not be used in
place of water. Most cats are actually lactose intolerant. It can also cause
diarrhea. Raw eggs can contribute to a lack of biotin in their diet, which can
cause skin & coat problems and can even stunt their growth. Raw fish can
cause lack of thiamine, which causes weakness, seizures, & lack of appetite.
Raw meet can introduce bacteria & parasites that will make your friend very sick.
- Bringing your new friend home - A very fun and exciting time for families is getting
home. Most important for some of us is the SHOPPING we get to do first! Some things you
will need are, of course a large litter box. It is very important that you have A+ quality
kitten food. I use Science Diet. You can change to whatever you feel most comfortable with.
There are lots of really good brands out there. Just buy a small bag of science diet until you
have completely changed over to the new brand. You will also need a scratching post,
maybe a couple for other rooms! Toys, Remember they are babies and need to play with
stimulating things. It also keeps them from destroying your furniture! You will need a
grooming brush, and a good shampoo if you plan on giving them bathes. Bathing can really
be a good thing.
Once I was cooking - I opened a can of tomato sauce & the can dropped - It splattered all over the
place! And, Sassy (my mommy cat) was covered! I did not bathe her before that. Let me tell you, I
thought I was killing her or she was killing me - I'm not sure - But from then on, I knew it was important
for me and them to be use to the water!
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