The Ragdoll Cat... 
Is more than just a gorgeous cat with a great temperament and silky coat….Ragdoll cats have been selectively bred to have a sweet disposition. They are gentle cats and play without extending their claws, this makes them wonderful family members in households with other pets, cats and children. The Ragdoll is a very devoted cat, mine come when they are called... and follow me everywhere, even to the bathroom. Occasionally one will jump in the tub with me—that surprised us both!! The Ragdoll is a slow maturing breed, sometimes not reaching full maturity until 3-4 years old. Altered males may grow as large as 20 pounds or more with the females weighing about 15 pounds. The coat is soft, silky and requires minimal care. It is often described as feeling more like rabbit fur than cat fur. All Ragdoll cats have blue eyes. The Ragdoll breed was named for the cat’s tendency to "go limp" (like a ragdoll) when picked up. They are the largest domestic cat and get very big indeed—actually we think, the bigger the better J.
Ragdoll cats have become increasingly popular in recent years because of their beauty and very, very gentle dispositions. The Ragdoll breed is one of the largest domesticated cats available as a pet and they make wonderful companions for the elderly and young children as well. They are especially suited to life with someone single as they can, perhaps, give you the companionship for which you are looking. They are very docile and content which helps to make them a quiet cat. HOWEVER, when they are happy you will hear their sweet purring sound, and this is the one of the best sounds I’ve ever heard other than my own children’s laughter!!! Their coat is medium long, non-matting and it has a rabbit-like, silky feel. These baby dolls shed very little in comparison to other breeds and are not a high maintenance cat like the Persians or Himalayans.
Ragdolls are non-aggressive cats and must be kept only as indoor companions to protect them from other animals. The aggressive tendencies found in most cat breeds have been deliberately bred out of Ragdolls to obtain the ‘lush’ and people oriented temperament that we love so very much. As a matter of fact, they probably would not even be able to protect themselves properly, if attacked. They MUST be kept inside or in outside in a cages area, temporarily of course, for their safety. If for some reason you are not able to provide this protection, you may want to consider another more aggressive breed of cat.
Our Ragdolls are really our special pets and we do not breed cats to make money or as one of our businesses. We are very small and are VERY selective about which bloodlines we use. EliteRags is a closed cattery to guard our cattery and your potential baby against unnecessary illnesses and medications. We do have a waiting list if you would like to adopt one of our babies. Like all responsible breeders we do insist on spaying and neutering all pets; it’s the right thing to do, for them, for us and for you J.
Is a Ragdoll right for you…? That is a decision that you and your family must make prior to making a commitment to reserve your new baby. The best way to decide is through education and research to help you make an informed decision. Here are some internet sites where you might spend time with your family to learn about this most gorgeous and sweet breed:
There are clubs devoted to the promotion, protection and preservation of the Ragdoll breed.
Ragdoll Fanciers Worldwide Club (RFWC) http://www.rfwclub.org
Ragdoll Fanciers Club International (RFCI) http://www.rfci.org
The International Cat Association (TICA) An International organization which registers cats, and promotes the health and welfare of pedigreed and household cats.
Cat Fancier's Association (CFA) An International organization which registers cats, and promotes the health and welfare of pedigreed and household cats.
International Ragdoll Cat Association (IRCA)
There are several books written specifically about Ragdolls. We would suggest a search on http://www.amazon.com.
Ragdolls are registered and accepted for Championship showing in ACA, ACFA, CFF, TICA, CCA (Canada) and CFA.
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