~The Ragdoll Cat~

The Ragdoll is famous for its tendency to go limp when held, like a

child's rag (doll) when picked up. It is not the fact for all Ragdolls and

the RFC (Ragdoll Fanciers Club) says it is not mandatory for the

breed; however the fact that Ragdolls flop in your arms, is one of the

many reasons we all fell in love with the Ragdoll. These wonderful

cats are very passive and relaxed. One of the largest of all domestic

cats, the males can weigh up to 20lbs, with neuters being generally

heavier. They have beautiful blue eyes and their long coats are like

rabbit fur - silky and soft. The do shed, but not to the degree of other

cats. They will get small mats if not brushed weekly. The sweet

temperament of a Ragdoll is very comparable to that of a puppy;

they are dedicated, loving, out-going cats that are known for their

docile nature. They are less maintenance than a dog, they do not

have to be walked or taken out for 'potty runs'. They thrive on the

attention of their human companions, like a dog. They are very laid

back and if you're looking for a lap cat - this is the breed. Yet some

are content to sit beside you or behind you on the sofa.

Ragdolls are non-aggressive and for that reason should strictly be

an indoor cat. Ragdolls are slow to mature and their full coat and

color is not typically reached until they are 2 - 3 years of age, full size

is usually achieved at about 4 years. Kittens are born completely

white or cream and color does not start to show for a few days.

It is quite remarkable that in such a short time period the Ragdoll has

become one of the most popular cat breeds in the world.

~ Colors and Patterns of the Ragdoll Cat ~

Seal - points are deep seal brown. The body color can range from fawn or cream to warm brown.

Blue - points are slate blue or silvery blue gray. The body color is ivory to bluish white.

Chocolate - points are light milk chocolate color. The body color can range from ivory to cream. Paw pads and nose leather are cinnamon. (very rare) Be certain you ask why thiskitten/cat is called a Chocolate. Many times they are really a lighter seal, which does not mean it is a chocolate.

Lilac - points vary from frosty-gray lilac with a pinkish tinge. (quite rare) Again, be certain the body color is a warm magnolia color. Paw pads and nose leather are a lavender pink. (quite rare) Again, be certain to ask why this kitten/cat is a Lilac, most times it is a blue mistaken for a lilac.

Red/Flame - points are reddish orange in color.

Cream - a dilute of red, the points are a shade of buff cream.

Tortie - is a color/pattern that's gender specific. Only females will be Tortie. When a kitten has a Red father or mother and a Seal as the other parent, some of the female kittens will be Tortie. A Tortie Ragdoll has splashes of dark color on her face and body that's mostly Cream colored.

Colorpoint - has darker points than the rest of the body. The contrast between the points and body can vary a lot. Strong contrast is preferred. There is no white, though the body color may be nearly white in some Ragdolls. The nose leather and paw pads should match the point color.

Mitted - similar to the colorpoint but with added white "mittens" on the cat's paws and a white streak along the chest and abdomen. Sometimes a mitted Ragdoll may also have a white "blaze" on the nose, which is usually accepted in shows.

Bi-color - Bicolor also has dark points, but the mask has an inverted "V" extending from between the eyes to the muzzle. The body color is white with a "saddle" on the back, which has a white area in the middle. The degree of white in bi-colors varies. The nose leather and paw pads are pink. Mid-high white bicolor has a broader "V" on the mask. Sometimes a breakthrough spotting on the legs. The amount of white varies. Mid-high whites can be shown, if they have a good "V" and no white in tail and ears. High white bi-color/van usually has no "saddle" on the back. The "V" on the mask extends almost up to the ears. This pattern can sometimes be shown as a "Van" if the cat is marked like a Turkish Van cat. High mitted is a mitted with two mitted genes instead of one. There is often a little breakthrough spotting on the limbs, but otherwise high mitted looks like a bicolor. If the pattern fits the bicolor standard, a high mitted can be shown as a bicolor.

Lynx - Overlays any one of the above patterns. Ticking or striping appears on all the pointed area except the back or saddle. White trimming the eyes. Lynx pattern comes in all colors and pattern.

At this time we are only breeding seal and blue Ragdolls.









We are a Ragdoll Cattery in New England Area