Sunday, October 6, 2013

Charming Ragdoll Kittens For Sale California

By Rhea Solomon


Ragdoll kittens for sale California are gentle giants. Their docile and affectionate nature makes them easy to love. They get their name from the tendency of some to go limp when held, like an old-fashioned rag doll. They're intelligent. They answer to their name. Most instinctively play gently, without extending their claws. Often they surprise their owners with a love for a good game of fetch.

One instinct they lack is the lifesaving fight or flight instinct. They don't run from moving cars or attacking dogs, not seeming to sense danger. This odd trait makes them a great indoor only family pet. They're not anxious around children. They're sociable with visitors, sociable with other pets. Not aloof, perhaps even a bit dog like, they follow their family around the house, and greet family members at the door. This is an affectionate cat that loves to sit on a lap and share the family bed.

Ragdolls display an array of pattern and color combinations. Patterns include colorpoint (body lighter in color than points), van, mitted, and bi-color. Colors are seal, chocolate, red, cream, lilac, and blue. Kittens are white when born. Patterns show after 10 days. They don't show their full colors for 2-3 years.

Some breeders advertise rare colors, solid colors, and the popular mink that can have aqua or blue eyes. Whether or not these are true Ragdolls is an open dispute. They're not recognized by most Ragdoll associations. Those looking to breed or show should carefully research this issue before purchasing. For those looking for a beautiful and gentle family companion, breed quarrels may not matter.

Larger than most cats, females weigh 10-15 pounds. Males average 12-20 pounds. They have blue eyes, and soft and plush semi-long hair. There's very little shedding or matting. The hair is easy to maintain with a simple comb out once a week.

The Ragdoll breed was developed by Ann Baker of Riverside, California in the 1960's. She noticed a neighbors cat produced unusually docile and affectionate kittens. She borrowed Josephine, a Persian-like cat, and bred her to a Birman-type male. She bred the 2nd generation to a Burmese, breeding for temperament and beauty. She started the International Ragdoll Association setting breeding standards and forbidding registration with other registries. The IRCA remains active but is no longer the only association recognizing and setting standards for the breed.

Associations recognizing this breed include Cat Fanciers Association, the Association of Cat Enthusiasts, American Cat Fanciers, the United Feline Organization, and The International Cat Association. The 3 largest clubs are Ragdoll Fanciers Worldwide, Ragdoll Fanciers Club International, and Ragdolls International.

Ragdoll kittens for sale California will be ready for their new homes when 12-16 weeks old. The kittens should have been vaccinated and health tested with a health guarantee included in the contract. You should get a litter registration and a blue slip when you pick up your new spectacularly beautiful and affectionate companion cat. If possible, visit the cattery before purchasing so you can be sure you're kitten is being raised in a sociable family environment.




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