 uestion: |
 Who is Ann Baker? |
 nswer: |
Well, anyone who has started their
research into Ragdolls has heard of Ann Baker. She was a breeder
in California who first introduced the Ragdoll breed to us. She
also made up her own association called "International Ragdoll Cat
Association". To find out more view our Ragdoll history pages where
you will find more details and pictures of Ann Baker. |
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uestion: |
Do Ragdolls have only blue eyes? |
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nswer: |
Not Really. Let's clarify that
statement...all pointed varieties of the Ragdoll have blue eyes.
Solid, mink & sepia Ragdolls may have eyes of a blue/green and
green/cooper nature. Even odd colored eyes. |
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uestion: |
Some solid Ragdolls look like regular cats, how do I know it is a purebred Ragdoll? |
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nswer: |
Only registration papers are proof of
a "real Ragdoll". No papers means even a gorgeous blue-eyed kitten
could simply be Heinz 57 mongrel. |
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uestion: |
Why are Ragdolls called "Ragdolls"? |
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nswer: |
The
name Ragdoll comes from the cats ability to become totally relaxed
and limp like a child's toy ragdoll. This characteristic is true.
It is even more prevalent in mature Ragdolls than in kittens. |
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uestion: |
What
are some of the characteristics of the Ragdoll? |
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nswer: |
Ragdolls
are by nature a relaxed, loving, docile cat. They love to have
their bellies rubbed and sleep laying next to you. Ragdolls are
very responsive and intelligent. They enjoy being with people and
other pets, as they are very social. Many owners report they have
little privacy since their Ragdolls follow them everywhere. The
Ragdoll is simply an easy-going cat. |
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uestion: |
What
is the life expectancy of the average Ragdoll? |
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nswer: |
With
the proper care and attention, a Ragdoll is no different from any
other cat. They can live anywhere from 15 to 25 years of age. |
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uestion: |
Can
a Ragdoll kitten be trained similar to that of a dog? |
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nswer: |
YES.
Many of our new owners have written back to us how their Ragdoll
will walk on a leash, play fetch with a ball and beg for a treat.
Since the Ragdoll likes to please its owners, almost anything may
be possible especially if started at a young age. |
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uestion: |
Is
the Ragdoll a "lap cat" ? |
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nswer: |
Well,
some can be, but remember this is a BIG cat and at most times it
will feel more comfortable at your side or your feet. That is not
to say that a Ragdoll won't use you as a cushion. |
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uestion: |
I've
heard that Ragdolls do not shed. Is that true? |
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nswer: |
NO.
Ragdolls do shed, however, their coat is like rabbits' and sheds a
lot less than other medium or long-haired cats. A regular grooming
schedule of about once per week is recommended and enjoyed by most
Ragdolls. Whereas other cats with long hairs it is a daily
requirement. |
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uestion: |
Are
all Ragdoll cats loving, calm and docile? |
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nswer: |
NO.
Every kitten will have its own personality and there may be an
aggressive type in any litter. However, this is not common and
reputable breeders do breed for temperament that holds true to the
Ragdoll breed. The first 12 weeks of a kitten's life shape its
behavior later on in life. If the kitten is raised with its
mother, other pets and a friendly atmosphere including regular
human contact, the kitten should be well socialized. |
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uestion: |
I
am having litter box problems, what can I do? |
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nswer: |
See
the following article by Susan Little, D.V.M., Diplomat
ABVD..Feline Practice
A Practical Approach To Feline Housesoiling |
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uestion: |
How
can you tell if a Humane Society cat is a Ragdoll? |
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nswer: |
You
can't. The only way to tell for sure that your cat is a true
Ragdoll, is from its pedigree (registration papers) and checking the bloodline history.
Looks and temperament alone does not classify a cat as a true
Ragdoll. |
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uestion: |
What
is a Ragamuffin? Is it like a Ragdoll? |
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nswer: |
One
breed, two different names. After the original breeders under Ann Baker
broke away from her, some of them decided to out-cross their cats
to produce different colors and patterns from what was the
Ragdoll. Today the Ragamuffin and Ragdoll have gone their separate
ways, in terms of breeding. |
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uestion: |
Is
it true that people affected by allergies will not be affected by
the Ragdoll breed of cats? |
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nswer: |
FALSE.
Allergies to cats does not come from the hair, rather it is found
in cat Dander. Therefore if you have
an allergy to cats, this will hold as true for the Ragdoll breed
as it does for the hairless Sphynx. |
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uestion: |
Your
kittens seem very expensive compared to other Ragdoll kittens,
cross, and those unregistered, some advertised as low as $200 --
Why is that? |
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nswer: |
My
kittens are the result of years of work, both of myself and the
breeders that I purchased my stock from. I research my bloodlines
and try to ensure that I am making the best genetic match
possible, to create the best kittens possible. The wide variety of
bloodlines ensures "genetic diversity" and genetic health. I
also provide optimum care for your kitten...whether this is their
premium diet, premium natural litter, holistic care, vaccine
protocol or time spent providing individual attention. In
addition, I show my cats and kittens to maintain a standard of
perfection as far as their looks go.
Continued research into health standards, genetics and so forth
provide you and my kittens with the most recent information
available.
My kittens are always registered. You see, registration only
costs $10 per litter AS LONG AS THE PARENTS ARE REGISTERED. The
only time that registration would cost "a lot of money" would be
if the parents are not registered. Then, of course, you have to
ask yourself…what is this person selling me??? |
