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Ragdolls
are truly an amazing breed offering everything you
could possibly want in a cat and a whole lot more in
one unique package. They have a stunningly beautiful appearance
and an exceptionally trusting, loyal and loving
disposition. Sweet and docile, they are an extremely
friendly cat very adaptable to most situations and a
truly special breed that will completely captivate
you and steal your heart.
As
their name suggests, they are very much like a
child's Ragdoll in the respect that when they are
picked up or held they do have the ability to become
very limp and floppy. Around the house they are very
relaxed and you can often find them curled up in
their favourite spot laying comfortably on their
backs with paws and feet in the air. |
They
love to be held and cuddled like a baby and absolutely
love chin and tummy rubs. So affectionate and loving is
this breed you can tell they really do cherish time spent
with their owner. Ragdolls just love to show
affection.
Strictly
an indoor cat, Ragdolls absolutely thrive on human
companionship and will devote themselves entirely to their
owner. They can often be found waiting by doors for their
owner to arrive home and will nearly always be in the same
room, if not on their owners lap or right by their feet.
They are quite inquisitive and mischievous although still
very gentle, placid and docile. Due to their very gentle
nature they really depend on their owner to offer security
and protection. Rarely will a Ragdoll use their claws - it
is simply not in their nature to be aggressive.
Completely
happy and content in the presence of their owner, a
Ragdoll will go out of their way to be next to you, roll
playfully onto your feet and always prefer to be cuddled
up on your lap purring loudly ! Generally they just love
to be with you and will most certainly charm their way
into your heart.
Quite
often they are referred to as rather “dog like”
probably because they do like to always be that one step
behind or in front of you and because they seem to always
have this incessant need to make you happy or to please
you. Completely trainable, they love to fetch balls and
carry things about the house in their mouths. They will
learn to come to you when called and they are completely
entertaining, will find amusement in the simplest of
household objects and will bring so much happiness and joy
to your home.
Generally,
Ragdolls are very quietly spoken with very soft voices but
are extremely loud purrers. Regarded as quite a big boned
heavy set cat they can weigh 12-20 pounds and absolutely
love their food. Females generally weigh less than males
but both have the stunning blue eyes, luxurious coat and
the generous size that the breed is renowned for. They are
exceptionally pretty and are deemed to be a semi
longhaired cat although their coat is rather low
maintenance due to the factor that it is rather rabbit
like and non-matting. Regular brushing once a week is
recommended and your Ragdoll will enjoy the attention and
time with you immensely.
Health
wise, they are a very hardy breed and rarely require
medical attention. However, the breed is a rather new
breed and as they do not have an extremely large or
diverse gene pool, good breeding practices whereby the
cats are not bred from too closely related genetic lines
are absolutely crucial
Colours
and patterns:
In
Australia today there is a myriad of beautiful colours and
patterns available although each all share the same
special characteristics of the sweet temperament, large
size, pretty blue eyes and the silky non-matting fur.
Generally, Ragdolls are considered as essentially pointed
cats whereby they have colour on their ears, face, feet
and tail and a lighter contrasting body colour.
Originally
the breed was only bred in the colours of seal, blue,
chocolate and lilac. However, in Australia today we
now have six very strikingly beautiful colours to choose
from which occur in all of the patterns currently
available. Colours currently available in Australia
include Seal, Blue, Lilac, Chocolate, Flame/ Red and
Cream.
For further information on this adorable and delightful breed
please contact Mandy Bugeja of SugarNspice Ragdolls.
