Josephine Ragdoll Cattery


Hi my name is Rebecca, I am located in Rockhampton Central Queensland Australia and can fly kittens to any place except South Australia.If you live in South Australia and want a kitten please get in contact with Jenna or John at the web address http://www.nordipaws.com/ I only sell desexed kittens. My QFA number is 787. If you wish to get in contact with me please call me or email me at aussieragdollcats@yahoo.com  . If you want your Ragdoll cat in the "Friends Ragdolls" section please email me your cats pic and his/her name and your christian name and your state.

Thank you,

Rebecca 

Here is some information on Ragdoll Cats.

Breed: Ragdoll Cats
Temperament: Placid
Lifespan: 15 years
Recommended for: Families, single or elderly people

The Ragdoll's unusual name is derived from their peculiar habit of going limp in their owner's and even complete stranger's arms.

Appearance: Ragdolls are large cats, weighing up to 8kg (18lb) when fully mature, which can take three years. They are a semi-longhaired breed, lacking the thick undercoat of the Persian, but retaining a soft, silky outer coat which is resistant to matting.

There are four colours: seal, chocolate, blue and lilac, and three patterns: colourpoints, which have the darker Siamese-like markings (points) on the face, paws, legs and tail; mitted, which have the points with white front feet and long socks on the rear legs; and bi-colours, which have points but with the faces marked with a white inverted 'V'.

Temperament: This breed enables complete strangers to walk into a house, pick up the cat and cradle it. They are a very placid breed, tolerant of children and other cats.

Housepet potential/ideal owner: Breeders describe Ragdolls as "apartment cats" a term adopted from the US, meaning they do not seem to need the outdoor life like most breeds. Their semi-longhaired coat is resistant to matting and they are said to be ideally suited to people with small homes, as well as people who love the longhaired look but may be unable or unwilling to devote time to grooming.

Ragdolls shed hair but not to the extent of other longhaired breeds such as Persians. Some owners have found the long hair around the anus can catch faeces, so breeders recommend trimming the hair to 1-2cm (1") around this area. Ragdolls are a quiet breed, becoming vocal usually only around dinnertime.

Health: Cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscles, while uncommon, has been detected in some Ragdoll lines. Breeders have outcrossed to reduce this problem. Cardiomyopathy is a fatal disease, and affected cats are likely to die within a year.

Grooming: Minimal attention is needed, although a brush once weekly when the coat is shedding helps remove loose hair.

History: The breed began quietly in early 1960 when a Californian woman crossed a white Angora named Josephine, with a unknown cat. It was claimed, the breed's distinctive 'floppiness' happened when Josephine was hit by a car, a genetic improbability. In reality the Ragdoll's laidback character is more likely the result of a crossing of two placid breeds.

Ragdolls were recognised as a breed in the US in 1967 and in Australia in 1991. There are believed to be 500 Ragdoll breeders worldwide, and individual breeders in every state in Australia.

Special Qualities of Ragdolls

You will never find a more loving cat than a Ragdoll but that love and devotion does depend upon their owners. Their personality is warm and friendly and they have this wonderful ability to just flop. If you are looking for a lap cat then the Ragdoll is the cat for you. They do require lots of love and attention but will return this love to their owners tenfold.  The intimate companionship is the one reason Ragdolls are so popular….the ultimate lap cat. Their voices are very quiet, more like a chirp or trill than a meow. They are an indoor cat and are very happy to live in a small apartment or a mansion. They are known to be so docile that they do not defend themselves very well so keep your Ragdoll indoors away from harm. As kittens they are very playful and are keen to learn to play fetch. It is a common sight to see your Ragdoll kitten bring a small toy over to you in it’s mouth wanting you to throw it so it can play fetch. They are an easy breed to train taking to walking on a leash, using a scratching post and should be toilet trained before you take your baby home.

Remember a Ragdoll with their laid back personalities, quiet voices, playful natures and their desire to give and receive love make them very special, loving companions. Whether you adopt one or more, your life will be filled with love and a very special warmth because of their presence.

 

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