The
Ragdoll cat has been in existence since the early 1960’s. The
late Ann Baker of California developed this beautiful, large and affectionate
cat. Within the last twenty five years, the Ragdoll has risen to the pinnacle
of popularity. The Ragdoll is a striking cat with the ability to relax and
feel as huggable as the softest child’s cuddly teddy bear. Their silky,
soft hair with medium to long length coat is virtually non-matting and sheds
minimally. Grooming a Ragdoll is a pleasure for both the kitty and the owner
making Ragdolls a true delight to own. The Ragdoll’s
strong desire for companionship and gentle sweet manner makes them the Purrfect
addition to any family lifestyle.
Ragdoll
kittens are born snow white or pale cream in color. Within the first
week the kittens begin to give us a peek as to what color and patterns can
be expected. It is an exciting time seeing the baby colors start to show. Slow
to mature, the Ragdoll kitten will continue to grow and their coats darken
until about the age of three years. A neutered male will weigh approximately
15 to 20 pounds and a spayed female about 15 pounds less. Males are normally
larger in body and structure while the female is more delicate in size. Both
make wonderful family additions and even love to be best friends with the family
dog!
Our
standards require all purebred Ragdolls to be blue eyed pointed cats. No other
eye color is permitted.
Ragdoll
colors:
Seal - A deep
rich dark brown Chocolate - Slightly
lighter than the color of a milk chocolate bar Blue - A soft pale or deep blue gray Lilac - Light gray with strong pink undertones Cream - The color of pale apricot Flame - A deep rich orange Torbie-Torbies
are the result of a Tortie and Lynx breeding, having both stripes and patches
of cream or flame on the points. Torbies are available in all colors as well.
Ragdoll
patterns:
Bicolor - inverted white V covers the face like a mask accompanied by white chest,
legs, feet and rough. The saddle, ears and tail are the same as the points
(color) such as seal, blue, cream etc. Mitted - Pointed mask color continues on the ears, tail and legs. This Ragdoll pattern
shows white mittens ONLY on the front of the legs with all white on the back
legs. Stomach rough and chin are white; nose color is the same as the points.
A blaze (white streak) is sometimes present on the nose. Pointed - Pointed mask, ears, nose and paw pads. This Ragdoll pattern will have no
white. Lynx - Ticking or stripping appears on all the pointed area except the back or
saddle. Nose leather is usually brick (reddish) in color. You will also find
the Lynx Ragdoll in all colors and patterns. Tortie - The tortie looks like crushed cookie crumbles of color on the points of
the Ragdoll. You will find this pattern in Seal, Chocolate, Blue (in addition
the color of cream with blue) and Lilac. Tortie Ragdolls are almost always
Female. Torbie-Torbies
are the result of a Tortie and Lynx breeding, having both stripes and patches
of cream or flame on the points. Torbies are available in all colors as well.
Ragdoll
colors:
Seal - A deep
rich dark brown 
