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At
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Body Size... Medium
Coat Length... Long
Life span... 15 yrs |
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Ragdoll |
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Information on
the Ragdoll is proudly bought to you by...
Rachel & Michael Rowe
Ragford Ragdolls
http://home.iprimus.com.au/randmrowe/
email:
ragfordragdolls@iprimus.com.au
PO Box 266, Avondale Heights, VIC
3034
phone: (03) 9331 3357 or
0402 302 101 |
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Description... |
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 The
overall impression given by a Ragdoll is that of a large, powerful,
imposing cat, distinctively marked and striking in appearance. The
cats should be relaxed in temperament, gentle and easy to handle.
Until recently Ragdolls have been available in four basic colours;
Seal, Blue, Chocolate & Lilac. The recent additions have been Red &
Cream. They are also available in Tortie & Tabby varieties. There
are three patterns to choose from in the Ragdoll. These are the
Colour point, the Mitted and the Bicolour. The eyes are large, well
opened, slightly oblique and set well apart. All Ragdolls have blue
eyes. Ragdolls may not reach full maturity until between three and
four years of age.
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History...
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There are many rumours regarding the history of the
Ragdoll cat. It is believed that the breed started in the 1960’s,
and was begun by a lady named Ann Baker, a breeder of Persian’s.
The mother of the first Ragdolls was a white Angora type cat known
as Josephine. In about 1963, whilst pregnant, Josephine was
involved in a car accident. This accident did not appear to harm
any of the kittens. Ann Baker noticed that any kittens born after
Josephine’s accident had unusual characteristics. Unlike their
mother, they were extremely friendly, and appeared to have a
remarkable tolerance for
 pain.
They also had mat-free coats. Further, when picked up they became
very relaxed and floppy – just like a ‘Ragdoll’, thus the name of
the breed chosen by the founder. Baker believed the accident had
affected the genetic make-up of Josephine, which accounted for the
outstanding characteristics of her offspring. In Bakers opinion,
they represented a quirk of nature. As such, they were worthy of
being carefully bred to produce both a beautiful and ultra-docile
cat breed. Josephine was then mated to a black Persian known as
Blackie, and a Birman type known as Raggedy Ann Daddy War bucks.
Ann Baker kept two of Josephine’s female offspring, a bicolour and a
black. It was from these few cats, and various others that the
Ragdoll breed was developed |
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Traits...
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The Ragdoll is very good with children, and is not a
very active cat. They love to be with you at all times. The breed
is usually good with strangers and other animals. They are easily
trained to fetch or walk on a lead. |
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Good aspects... |
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Although the Ragdoll is a longhair cat it is
relatively low maintenance. Due to their non-matting fur a simple
brush once a week is more than enough. |
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Health...
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No breed specific health problems have been reported. |
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Summary...
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The Ragdoll is a large, beautiful & easygoing cat.
It makes a great pet for those people who want a lap-cat. They love
being part of the family. They are not a highly energetic animal
and are best suited to an indoor environment. |
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