About Ragdoll Cats

Origin

The Ragdoll was developed in the 1960s in California by breeder Ann Baker, who selected for a large, docile cat with a tendency to go limp when held. The name Ragdoll comes from this relaxed, floppy response to being picked up. Over decades the breed was refined for its signature look: a pale colorpoint body, deep blue eyes, and a silky semi-long coat.

Today the Ragdoll is recognized by TICA and WCF and is one of the most popular purebred cats in the United States. Our Ragdolls come from registered, health-screened lines placed with Virginia families through personally accompanied delivery.

Appearance, Colors and Patterns

Ragdolls are large, muscular cats with a soft, semi-long coat that resists matting. Their colorpoint pattern means the extremities, the face, ears, legs, and tail, are darker than the body. All Ragdolls have striking blue eyes.

We place Ragdolls in several colors and patterns. See our kitten styles page for photos of each, including seal point, blue point, mitted, and bicolor variations.

• Seal Point Colorpoint: rich dark brown points on a pale body
• Blue Point Colorpoint: slate-grey points with an icy body
• Seal Mitted: brown points with white front mittens
• Blue Mitted: grey points with white mittens
• Seal Bicolor: brown points with a white face V and white legs
• Blue Bicolor: grey points with white markings

Personality

Ragdolls are known for being gentle, people-focused, and relaxed. They often follow family members from room to room and enjoy being near people without being demanding. Many Ragdolls go limp when held, which is the trait that gave the breed its name.

They are typically good with children and other pets when introduced properly. Ragdolls are not highly active or vocal, preferring a calm household. We help you assess fit during the family screening call so the temperament matches your home.

Health and Genetic Screening

Responsible Ragdoll breeders screen for two key inherited conditions. HCM, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, is a heart condition that can affect Ragdolls, and our lines are HCM screened. PKD, polycystic kidney disease, is another condition we screen for, and our lines are PKD-clear.

We share the screening status of parent lines and provide full veterinary health certification and vaccination records with every kitten. We do not guarantee health outcomes, but we are transparent about every record we share. Read more about our health and delivery process.

Grooming and Care

The Ragdoll coat is silky and semi-long but does not have a dense undercoat, so it resists matting better than many long-haired breeds. A brush two to three times a week keeps the coat in good condition. Regular nail trimming, ear checks, and dental care round out routine maintenance.

Ragdolls are indoor cats and do well in a calm home with room to roam and a window to watch. Provide a sturdy scratching post and interactive toys to keep them engaged.

Is This Breed Right for Your Home?

Ragdolls suit families who want an affectionate, relaxed companion that stays close. They do not do well left alone for long stretches and prefer a household where someone is often home. If you want a gentle, people-focused cat with stunning blue eyes, the Ragdoll is an excellent match.

Still deciding? Compare the Ragdoll with the British Shorthair in our breed guide, or see all the styles we offer.

Ragdoll Kitten Price

Ragdoll kittens from a registered, health-screened cattery typically start around $2,000. The final placement depends on color and pattern, and we confirm exact pricing after we learn about the style you love and check availability. Submit the inquiry form to ask about a Ragdoll kitten.

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