Ragdolls are the dogs of the cat world. They need so much attention and love and never leave you alone. Great for those of us who always wanted a dog but could not get one.
I disagree. Maine Coons are the dogs of the cat world. My Maine Coons love dogs - make friends with my neighbor’s Pit Bulls and Terriers - and the delivery folks. My Ragdoll is most loyal - follows me everywhere I go. She loves curling up around my feet.
I’d also say Maine Coons and Norwegian Forest Cats also deserve the same title because of their social nature and large dog-like size, but Ragdolls are also fitting for that title.
I have a ragdoll as an emotional support animal! His name is Mr. Wonton Caesar Salad 😅 they are amazing ESA’s, would absolutely recommend them to anyone for an ESA. Super fluffy and cuddly, always make you laugh because of their personalities!
My cat isn't a purebred ragdoll, but she shares many of the traits they have and she has vastly improved my mental health. Petting her and having her lay on top of me helps me control my anxiety, and in general feeling so loved by such a perfect little creature helps me immensely with my depression and even gets me through rough times when I'm having social problems due to PTSD. I get why you may want to get a purebred, but for the sake of the kitties (and your wallet lol, they are hella pricey) it might be beneficial to check out your local shelter first and meet some of the cats they have. I've met many cats who share the main ragdoll traits but had come from the streets where they could have all kinds of genetics. I hope you have the best of luck with any furry baby you get and your anxiety levels improve
I live in Europe, Romania and never heard of someone having 4 ragdolls. Are they little kittens? Because I would love to buy one little furry friend for me and my wife.
@@aniab4306 Male cats tend to be more friendly and sociable with people. That's not to say you can't have a female this way, it's just more predominate in male cats. Best of luck to you. Ragdoll cats are wonderful.
@@marioparaschiv1759 No, Ragdoll cats range from medium to HUGE like Maine Coons. Four is a lot to take care of unless they are indoor/outdoor cats...which is not recommended. I had one that was indoor/outdoor for twenty years. You can do it, but it's not recommended. Especially since many people know the cost of the cat, people will steal them, and Ragdoll cats are so easy going, they usually won't resist getting picked up and taken.
its good that you got more than 1, i've found that cats tend to be better emotionally when there's another cat around usually a sibling. If you're not around, at least they got each other to keep busy.
@@aniab4306 Fixed male and female is best. While Ragdoll cats get along very well, in general there is more tension is you get two animals of the same gender. Same gender cats can cause territorial problems with locations and people. Ragdoll cats don't usually have this issue, but they are still cats and why take the chance?
They sell for 1.5k - 2.5k each though, my family found a stray one so we got lucky. If your struggling to get your place you should srsly consider other breed options.
No one can beat Hazel, Spoonful of Ragdolls, with her 11 Ragdolls! I know she has her daughter and husband, but Hazel does most of work and gets scolded by 11 Ragdolls who will not leave the front door if she goes out shopping, and then they walk away and ignore her. LOL Their full coloring takes 3 years so the identical quints (the Five Gs) are not quite as identical as when they were born and started coloring. And another thing about Ragdolls is that they might hate cats and want to be left alone. Manon is a cat who hates cats. So, technically, there are 10 Ragdolls and whatever Manon thinks she is! LOL Your tutorial is very well done. You covered all the tops points, esp the actual cost! People don't like to discuss money.
A few things mentioned here...I am a breeder of 20 years.We do NOT test each kitten we Test the Parents we intend to breed so as to not pass a positive HCM gentically.If familes are concerned they may test thir own cats with a mail in swob from swipes inside their cheeks to a few different Labs.The pattern in the video for a pinted ragdoll was a mitted NOT pointed.Pointed have solid face color as well as solid leg coloring.Feeding raw is also optonal.There are many types of high grade food on the market these days.Its also true if you get one ragdoll you will most likey get a 2nd.They do not have to be gotten together but will enjoy each other when ever you at the 2nd one.In my Opinion $3500 if to much for a Pet Ragdoll even of perfect markings.$1500 to $2200 if fair.
Hey Sandra thanks for clarifying the HCM and pointed piece! I agree a pet quality ragdoll is definitely on the lower end of the range. The range I included is to account for catteries in high cost of living areas and also I found that for most catteries that have produced a lot of champions, $3,500 price is the average price for a show quality cat from their program. Hope that helps!
Hi Sandy! Thanks for replying before I did. You’re absolutely correct, I don’t test kittens either, only breeding cats. Many Ragdoll breeders are no longer testing for HCM. As for prices, seems like the responsible RD breeders here in Southern California are charging $2800-$3500 for the cats. I don’t have a separate price for show quality. All I end up with is angry parents if the cat doesn’t like to show.
@@sharonshulby2445 crazy we place our pets for 1800-2000 as long as they are within 1-7 hours from us.Thats crazy not testing unless they are a 2nd or more gen!
@@sandywuerch yes, that's true, and all of them are. You know how we breeders are so picky about where our breeding cats go. And there's usually a "take back cat" from the original lineage.
OMG that little flip your cat did to play with its companion at around 4:33 was friggin hilarious and so dang cute! It did a summer-salt onto its back to play with its companion. Such a cute and funny FLOP! Love Love LOVE it! 👍👍👍
aww thanks for the kind words! Yeah Arya likes to do these flops haha, she also likes to do twirls in the air randomly as well. You can see in first few minutes of this video: th-cam.com/video/sKRBgIkOvIo/w-d-xo.html
I just got a little Seal Bi color Lynx Ragdoll kitten two weekends ago and I am leaving today to go get another one, both are 5 months old. But I can’t decide between two kittens. A Seal Mitted with a Blazed nose or a Blue mitted ragdoll. Both look so friggin beautiful that it has literally been one of the most stressful choices of my life. But I had two Lilac Point Balinese from the same litter that were best friends. The female died from diabetes complications and my male is devastated. Its been almost 6 months and he cries for her every day and searches the house incessantly. So we got him a new ragdoll to play with but he doesn’t seem interested. So he has maybe 4 years left so I figured id get another one for my new kitten to play with and I hope they play together like your cats! Thats how my two Balinese played together. But the funny thing was when they would play too hard and one would get mad and they would growl at each other, just for them to start grooming each other like mad.. Like one giant fluff salad lol.. Ive always been partial to the lighter colors in cats. The lilacs, blues, flames, fires and reds. But they are all gorgeous and its so hard to choose.
Oh that is a tough decision. I am leaning towards a blue mitted ragdoll from the google images I see. Thanks for sharing your comment. Loved reading every bit of it. I am just imagining your Balinese cats playing together. Must have been a beautiful site to see!
@@TheCatButler Yeah it was pretty funny how they would both squeeze into a spot or in a perch that was only meant for one cat. They looked uncomfortable but they would sleep there for hours. My cat Dyce (the male Balinese) was a runt and I didn’t plan on getting him when I chose my female but she adopted him as her own even though she was a kitten herself only two months older than he was. So my breeder said she couldn’t get rid of just one and had to sell them together since they both had such a strong bond. And I am SO glad I did. Their bond was so special and beautiful. It easy to see why Dyce is so devastated now. The always got along no matter the situation. Heck, in 14 years they only ever fought once and that was kind of my fault cause I was carrying Dyce and went by a perch that Isys was sleeping in and he reached out and sunk his claws into what he thought was the perch but was her thigh, because he didn’t know she was there and she got mad and chased him all around the house lol. But I just separated them for 30 minutes and when I opened the door they both flopped down in the doorway and started grooming each other. The funniest times were when they would be grooming each other and Dyce would start playing and biting Isys so she would do the same, they both would start making little growling noises and whacking each other in the face with their paws before they went back to grooming each other again. It was like WTF what that all about? LOL..
@@TheCatButler Oh and BTW, I decided on getting the Seal Mitted with the Blazed nose. Because my new kitten is a seal bi color lynx so they would compliment each other in color. Plus the blue mitted was more docile and my new kitten is very energetic. The Seal Mitted is very playful so that was also a deciding factor. So i am now typing to you from a hotel in North Florida waiting for my breeder to get here from Alabama. I can’t wait to have two gorgeous fluffy kitties to play with Dyce. Even if he just likes to watch. Plus my breeder made a suggestion. Because I was trying to get a cat that looked like my Lilac Point Balinese female I want only looking at Blue mitted and pointed Ragodolls. But she said in her experience that you shouldn’t try getting a cat that looks like your old one or else you’ll be comparing the two and it could lead to disappointment. So that was a factor in my choice. Oh, I probably should add that my breeder has such a big heart that after she heard my story about my grieving cat she decided to sell me a show quality kitten she was saving for a breeder friend of hers for a pet quality price. THEN when I called her two weeks later and told her I was thinking about getting another kitten to play with my new one until Dyce warmed up to them she once again pulled from her small stock of kittens she saves for other breeders that are all show quality kittens and sold it to me for pet quality. Another beautiful female. So I am now waiting with baited breath to meet my new gorgeous baby girl who will be here in two hours! YAY! 😃
I loved my rag doll he was the best! I unfortunately lost him this year at the age of 3 due to a sickness didn’t realize how amazing it was to have him. I hope more people see this as a great breed to have even with dogs!
A few months ago my mom got me a bi colour ragdoll kitten for my birthday, since i always talked about how much i wanted one. We named her mabel and she is so sweet. She follows me around the house and has such a unique personality. Often she meows at me for attention and jumps on my lap if she wants to be pet
Well done! I'm a TICA registered Ragdoll breeder. I loved the video and the commentary. Thanks for making the effort. One thing I thought about that I'm not sure you'd want to include: I have a male from one line and a female from another line. The female (Sybilla) (pronounced si-BILL-uh) comes very directly from the original Anna Baker lines. I have noticed some differences in her personality. For one thing, when I pick her up, she doesn't flop but instead watches the world with avid interest. She loves to be picked up, but it's for adventure, not cuddling. She's also an excellent huntress. Otherwise, she is precisely the kind of cat you describe in your video. Thanks!
Hey Sheila thanks for sharing! It’s awesome you were able to get one of the original Anna Baker lines. And appreciate you helping all the families get beautiful Ragdolls! You help bring so many smiles to so many families :)
I have a red but colour ragdoll and he’s my pride and joy. But be aware that all cats are different so every ragdoll will not display all of these traits. He’s the most affectionate cat I’ve ever seen, I often wake up to him cuddling into my face. However, he’s not docile, if he’s made to do something he doesn’t want to do e.g. vets, trimming nails, picked up, brushing; he’ll bite and scratch like other breeds; he’s a little rough with our new rescue adult cat who is half his size; he gets on with the family dog but it took some work; he bounces around the house when he’s playful; he misses us when we leave but isn’t reliant on us. Point is that cats are complex animals with thoughts and feelings, you can’t just breed out all the bits you don’t like - so don’t be disappointed if you get a ragdoll and they don’t check every single box, be ready for scratching, biting, misbehaving but also a new best friend :)
For anyone looking to get a ragdoll cat, make sure the breeder does a good job socializing their kittens. I got a couple Ragdolls from a breeder that didn't socialize them, and while they have warmed up to me and my husband, they aren't super affectionate and are afraid of other people.
Your cats are beautiful and I like be the video! We got two red brothers in 2016, one bicolour and one mitted. The bicolour looked more like cream. Sadly, we lost him to kidney disease last year, he was only four (kidney disease usually occurs much later so it was complete shock when we found out). Thanks to new early screening tests, we were able to identify early changes in his brother. After putting him on a special diet, he is doing great. If you can get screening done, I recommend it. We have since adopted a 2yo seal mitted boy from the same breeder, and a blue mitted boy who just turned 1, all from very dedicated and ethnical breeders. They are awesome cats, each with very different personalities, the red boy is a smoochy trouble-maker, the seal boy is chatty, affectionate and just loves everyone, and the blue baby is a total maniac but super sweet 😊❤️
Hey thanks for sharing your personal story! They just recently got their blood work done with the new screening test for kidney disease. And it seems ok but they are only 1. Did the doctors say the kidney disease they think is genetic if it was that early? Your family seems very sweet and beautiful. A lot of love in the house!
Awwww I feel for your loss! I was given my 1st ever cat at the airport with the 'promise' that the lady would send me a kennel and $ when she got home to get her back. She was trying to sneak her on a plane, I was 'nominated' by those around the situation to temporarily take kitten. I didn't get the woman's info, though she had mine, i never heard back from the woman. The kitten was probably 4 wks old and was supposedly an orphaned stray, the vet I took her to said she was a Persian, which became more evident as she grew. Fast FWD 9 years, she got kidney disease, I was devastated. Over the years with Tons of $ in vet bills including a few rounds of sub-Q fluids, she passed away, much to my surprise she lived an awesome life to 18.5 years. I was so blessed. Her death was still very hard, so I definitely feel for you.
I recognize your story! We had 2 sisters (domestic short hairs) and we lost 1 last year due to sudden kidney failure, she was just 3,5 years old. A special diet for the other one and she’s good, thankfully. A few months later we got her a new friend 😊. It has made me a bit hyper alert on the cats well being, scared that i might lose them unexpectedly because they cannot tell me when they’re not feeling well.
Can confirm on ragdolls being good with other animals in the house and two cats being better than one. I got a ragdoll cat recently after my Ragdoll Mutt (From the street and had markings, behavior, and size exactly like a ragdoll) passed away early spring last year. I loved his personality and coloring and size so it was an easy decision. And I can say it was the right choice. I have a 10 year old female black cat named Athena. She likes having cat company, but isn't overtly friendly with other cats. I hoped the new kitten and Athena would at least be friendly.... But my new ragdoll managed to charm her more than any other cat, including my ragdoll mutt. I think it really helped that he was only a small kitten when he arrived, but he's got a tenaciously friendly and affectionate personality. I hope that their relationship grows more and more so that Athena becomes even more comfortable with him trying to invade her space. I'm just really glad that Athena has another little brother after her other brother died so suddenly.
I had a Ragamuffin for a few years (think coyotes got her :c), similar to the Ragdoll breed genetically. Super sweet and would actually follow me on walks, meowing up a storm on the way out, but silent on the way back. Figured out near the end that she was saying "Come back, human! It's dangerous out there!". She was also surprisingly mechanically inclined for a barn cat. Learned how to open our windows, but lacked the strength to actually do so! I bet Ragdolls are just as awesome. :)
@@TheCatButler To be fair, a local stray had begun courting her, so who knows. She may have run off with him, returned home to her siblings at our neighbor's place, or been killed. I like to think she simply ran off and plans to come back one day. But after three months of searching every property around me (I live in the woods), I may never know. Maybe she moved in with the local cougar den infesting my other neighbor's property! XD
I have a blue bi-color ragdoll female I got from my aunt a year ago. I have 3 domestic shorthair cats who are all seniors (two are litter mates that are now 15 and I have an 18 year old as well). To say she is the chillest cat is a major understatement, she gets along so well with my other cats from the very beginning and adjusted to our crazy cat household so well. I would 100% recommend a ragdoll, only downside for me is the hair 😂
I have found the hair issue to be specific to the particular Ragdoll. Some have less or little to no difference to a regular cat, while others I hear about shed profusely.
I certainly ❤️my ragdoll Felixxia. She's on a strict diet and so far so good as she became more active and she sleeps lesser now which is healthy for her.
J'aime la France! This is the little French I remember from school haha. I am glad you enjoyed the video! And thanks for sharing your story! Love the close bond between cat and dog :)
Lol my cat it’s not so fond of my dog. My dog is a big German shepherd puppy so my cat doesn’t like him much. My cat doesn’t HATE him but because my dog is so big and playful, my cat is like “ yeahhh no.” My poor puppy has been scratched so many times lol. He just wants to play 😅
@@lalaloopsiee0 My dog is a big one too. It's a beauceron sheperd. It's funny to see her playing with the cat every day. It's a frantic pursuit. But it's each their turn ha ha ha
I’m getting a ragdoll kitten for my birthday in January and I’m so excited! This really helped because some of this I wasn’t aware of. Luckily I have another cat so when I’m at school, my older cat can watch over it and make sure its not lonely. ( I called the kitten an it because I don’t know the gender of the kitten I’m getting yet)
When I buy a house I'm buying a ragdoll. I love them. I'm going to name my Ragdoll Luna. I love the name. I commented because the irony your name is Luna also. That's cool.
I love my two (bro & sis) are the best. I love them so, so much! I'm an older man of 70 and these two cats were the greatest (and I have had cats my entire life)! The breed was perfect. They are curretnly 15 years old and you would not guess them as old cats.) I love them so, so much.
I also have a brother and sister and I never knew cats could be so docile, so sweet and loving. The ragdoll breed is quite amazing, they have so much love to give and they will never hurt you at all, you can literally do anything with them.
do rag dolls like to cuddle? I am thinking about getting one for my anxiety because my friend has cats and if I’m ever anxious they always cheer me up.
@@TheCatButler I know right?! I actually didn't know that until I started really looking at him as he was growing. He was labeled by his breeder as a "Blue Bi-color" and his dad is just that but his mom is a Cream Bi-color and so he got the best of both worlds. I don't think the breeder realized what she sold me. He's very handsom! Or as my Friend said meeting him the other day, "whaaaat? He's rediculous !" 🤣
ragdolls want to follow you around all the time - they think it’s their job to be with you at all times. Some snuggle - some don’t. Some love belly rubs. My Maine Coons insist on sleeping on my chest. My Ragdoll gets my Maine Coons to cool it and get to sleep by licking their faces
I don't have a ragdoll cat but i really like them. I have a siberian which kind of has a similar personality. This is also a great video for people who don't like cats.
I currently have two ragdolls and they follow all the characteristics except being held. I had two others in the past and they did liked to be held for short periods of time. Definitely people cats. Mine are always where I am .
excellent informative video I have a seal point and blue point Adrianna and Raphael. They are the most incredible animals and I love them so much. Everything you said was very useful. Love to your cars Alison (animal nurse) UK
I have always wanted a ragdoll and a Saint Bernard. Would they get along? Will I have any problems with both of them being in the same home? How often should I give them the raw meat? How much should I bathe or brush them?
Hey great question! Yes they would! Ragdolls are one of the chillest cat breeds! hmm in terms of frequency for raw meat, I think you would have to choose what type of food style you want to do, raw food, wet food, or dry. If you pick raw it would be every meal, twice a day when they are an adult. Bathing usually happens when they poop on themselves or once every 2 months so no mats form. I brush them every day so they don't throw hairballs. Hope that helps!
This is cool.I am getting one…soon..thank you for the information. Question. Is Teemo and Arya show or pet? And thought show is just breeders…and for showing. Can I still neuter a show cat, because I will not show him..thanks.
I am not allowed to get to cats, I was barely able to get one. And I have been considering breeds. This is my top pick, but I go to school everyday day, but other then that I am mostly home. The cat would also be in my room most of the time bc my mom hates hair, but would that still be fine to get a ragdoll cat?
I have a ragdoll just to list a few things... Has a puppy mentality ✅️ Sometimes plays fetch ✅️ Horrible defence and hunting techniques ✅️ except she likes hunting flies and makes her bird call noise Always greets me when I walk through the door ✅️ My girl is also a gorgeous bicolour but I got her at a good price! The breeder didn't want to let her go so I was very lucky, her gorgeous blue eyes are so bright, reminds me on a clear ocean
Hey will my rag doll get so bigger? I'm worried cause if the get sooo big cause i live in a small house and i Won't be able to handle a big baby. The size of this cats in the video is perfect for me. Will the get bigger in the future?
hey so ragdolls can go up to about 20 pounds. My biggest is 12 pounds and that is because he eats a raw meat diet, and that diet doesn't make a cat get obese. But I live in a small apartment and its big enough for them
Ragdolls are decent breed, but shed a lot. I would say Turkish Angora who also have long haired but shed less because of single coat, is much easier to be taken care of
Congratulations! What a beautiful name! I got it from here: www.pettreehouses.com/store/tree-houses.html. Its the sycamore tree that I customized with a lot of leaves haha. Hope it helps!
I’m worried that they won’t be like that typical ragdoll cat cause I got them from a pet shop. She does go limp in the arms and like I said before, rubs up against you and nuzzles sometimes. But hoping it becomes more.
I've have 2. One is not a lap cat one is. Buster is very loving,affectionate and so sweet. Buddy lets you rub his tummy but dosn't like to sit on you or get picked up. Their Maine isn't fully filled in until age five. They are known for heart problems. Buster lived 10 yrs. He was on heart meds for 2 yrs. Buddy has thyroid problems- he's 11. He's on special food. I've always had 2 cats - so their not lonely. Mine are excellent hunters. Their indoors but love to go outside with me in the nice weather on a leash. They catch moles and once a chipmunk just tied up and I let them go after they caught them. I'm getting a kitten to keep Buddy company in a couple weeks from a shelter. She is a tabby. I find they live much longer without all these health problems. I've had a couple live to
Nine year ragdoll cat owner here. Not all of them like to be picked up. All cats are individuals. Mine follows me around yowling. If I still on the couch and I’m not petting it, it scratches at me. It’s super chill, very low-key and not paranoid at all like the rescue cat that we have. Sleep on the bed with me every night and is truly a gorgeous looking animal
My pair of male littermates are a smaller red bicolor and a large cream mitted. They have quite different personalities and voices too. The large one eats so much more food. I'm so happy to have two such different ragdolls because I see more of the spectrum of personality. I commented because I think your cats are red, also known as flame. Could be the camera or my monitor though. It is hard to tell. From what I understand, cream is a darker color. I also don't think the darker cream shade of my cat came in until he aged a bit. Maybe your cats are cream and they are still young?
Hey you have two beautiful cats :). I actually wanted the red/flame when I was getting my cats, but they weren’t available at the time. It’s seems your large cat is similar to Teemo, both like to eat. Hey good question! It could be the lighting. Red and cream are quite close haha. Arya is like between light to dark brown. And Teemo is on the lighter brown side. But you are right that cream takes a while to come in. I think some of the footage was them still growing.
@@aniab4306 One of my males, the heavier one, had a urinary tract problem once, which had to be treated in as an emergency. He's almost 10 yrs old. They say urinary issues are more common in males. If there are any behavioral differences I think you could find it to be luck of the draw because my male cats are so different. Males are generally larger. Mine are 13 and 17 lbs, and were raised identically. For the elderly or weak, size could matter. Our 8 lb non-ragdoll is harder to handle than both ragdolls. But, I can easily carry in one arm the 13 lb cat but not the 17.
I just met a neighbor with a ragdoll in her arms. A beautiful 7 months boy. Pretty blue eyes, so laid back. I had too many questions and she probably thought I was a little bit weird... My own cat is a 11 years old adopted, black, short hair indoors. I let her out every now and then. She's friendly towards other cats, and she stays in my vicinity the whole time, so I trust her. This ragdoll was on a leash. I've tried that with my cat and she just destroyed that poor thing, lol! Anyways, my girl is quite friendly and social, but there's no way I'm picking her up. She hates that. Otherwise very dog like.
I have 1 ragdoll cat and she always likes meow at my one time when I was in the shower I saw her and she was meowing at me in the shower it was soooooo cuteeeee
Oh my precious ragdoll fiona… she is a super kind and gentle cat but she refuses to sit on laps lol. Shes the least cuddly of my cats. Shes not from a very responsible breeder sadly tho. Im probably not going to get a purebred cat again but she’s so beautiful.
I'm getting my first ragdoll in a couple of days!! What sort of brush should I get? Also is it ok if I don't get him a friend immediately? I don't think I can afford 2 at the same time....
Hey Congrats on getting your new ragdoll! Here are the two brushes I use: ○ Safari Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Cats - prf.hn/l/K98kD2x ○ FURminator Long Hair Cat Deshedding Tool - prf.hn/l/rGROGQD And the video on how to brush your cat: th-cam.com/video/dEmoc52O-i8/w-d-xo.html Yeah its okay if you don't get him a friend immediately. You can get another one when you are financially ready. For the time being you will just have to spend more time with him and keep him company :)
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Wow I guess I got lucky when I found/took in my stray rag doll cat as a kitten - named him blue bc his beautiful bright blue eyes. It’s nice to now know what kind of cat he is & this video was very helpful to me.. curious if I’m able to find out or test my baby for HCM now?? That worries me.. considering I rescued him & have no idea if he was properly bred.. he is definitely less than a year old if that helps determine if I can test him at this point?? This video definitely explained him to a T & why he is the way he is.. he is cream bi color with the bluest eyes, so fluffy & is getting big quick which I thought what I thought was the “baby fluff” would go away but hasn’t. Started out pure white now his tail, ears, and around his face has the cream color. He has to be right next to me or can’t seem to “get close enough” & wants all my attention. I can hardly type this bc he just wants to be pet & loved on lol. He’s the sweetest & most loving cat I’ve ever had & I’m so glad I kept him. Now I just want to learn more about this breed, most importantly about the HCM mentioned bc I can only hope he’s still with me in 15+ years 💙
Hey Brooke your cat seems so sweet! you can still test your baby for HCM. There is the HCM test by the UC Davis Vet School here: vgl.ucdavis.edu/test/ragdoll-hcm. Or if you want a more comprehensive health test with a breed analysis report you can get a test with Basepaws here: bit.ly/3F9al5c Hope that helps!
@@TheCatButler yes it does! Thank you so much! Also, is there a way to tell or test if he is purebred or not? Doesn’t make a difference to me but I’m deep into researching & learning about the breed & I think he could be - I’m so glad this video appeared on my recommended 🙂 your babies are beautiful and have the same color/look very similar pattern wise as mine!
@@brookenicole4 so the only way to be 100% sure its a pure bred is to have pedigree papers. Usually the cat associations track the lineage of cat to prove they are purebred. So the other way less precise way is using Basepaws a Cat DNA company. By swabbing your cat's mouth the DNA test can identify whether your cat has any breed similarities with top cat breeds. Hope that helps!
I've always loved this amazing cat breed, but never had the possibility of getting one. I'll it the soonest, thanks for your video anyway😍. Just to say, ragdolls in my country cost at least 1200 euros if they are company quality and rarely if they are show quality , otherwise if they are for breeding they cost about 3000 euros😅😦
@@TheCatButler I believe that, I've informed more and more about them in these current years, I'm so excited about getting mine 😍!! I still have to choose the perfect breeder and to decide which is my favorite pattern ❤️
Hi there. I’m just wondering, I just got a ragdoll kitten and a Persian/ragdoll. They are both very sweet kittens and when they are sleepy they sleep next to me most of the time. But I have only had them for a week. Does their affection grow? Cause I would have loved them (especially the ragdoll) to be super cuddly. She was one night and nuzzled in my neck but hasn’t done it since. She also was super skittish for the first few days and didn’t come out of hiding. It took a lot of work and encouragement to get her out. I’m just hoping she becomes that floppy, affectionate, cuddly ragdoll I was hoping for. So yeah, do they grow into their affection more. Or do I need to give her more time to settle in? He is doing a lot better the Persian but isn’t a lap cat yet. I was hoping to have her as an emotional support cat and that’s why I chose a ragdoll!
Their affection does grow over time. Arya didn't become affectionate till 3 months later. Teemo was affectionate from day 1. It sometimes is dependent on the individual cat. Hope that helps!
@@TheCatButler what advice do you have? Does she sound like a cuddly cat? Cause like i said before she was nuzzling my on friday night in my neck and stuff. Should I try and cuddly her more or let her come to me on her own time? Thanks so much for your help.
My family is thinking about getting one. I had a dog a few years ago and I lost it because my dad sold it. Even though he never paid. But that won’t be a problem if I get a pet again, and I’m thinking about getting a cute cat like a dog, so I can communicate with pets again and have a dog like cat! There SO cute 💕
Ragdolls are the dogs of the cat world. They need so much attention and love and never leave you alone. Great for those of us who always wanted a dog but could not get one.
Indeed!
I disagree. Maine Coons are the dogs of the cat world. My Maine Coons love dogs - make friends with my neighbor’s Pit Bulls and Terriers - and the delivery folks. My Ragdoll is most loyal - follows me everywhere I go. She loves curling up around my feet.
so are Holy Birman Cats....
I’d also say Maine Coons and Norwegian Forest Cats also deserve the same title because of their social nature and large dog-like size, but Ragdolls are also fitting for that title.
That's exactly why I'm getting one
Im considering getting an emotional support animal to help with my anxiety and overall mental health and ragdoll cats seem like a perfect fit
They are :)
I have 2 Ragdolls and 2 non-Ragdoll Adopted cats, the Ragdolls are so loving, playful and have been the best emotional support animals i've had yet
Yes, do it! They are mental health saviours!
I have a ragdoll as an emotional support animal! His name is Mr. Wonton Caesar Salad 😅 they are amazing ESA’s, would absolutely recommend them to anyone for an ESA. Super fluffy and cuddly, always make you laugh because of their personalities!
My cat isn't a purebred ragdoll, but she shares many of the traits they have and she has vastly improved my mental health. Petting her and having her lay on top of me helps me control my anxiety, and in general feeling so loved by such a perfect little creature helps me immensely with my depression and even gets me through rough times when I'm having social problems due to PTSD. I get why you may want to get a purebred, but for the sake of the kitties (and your wallet lol, they are hella pricey) it might be beneficial to check out your local shelter first and meet some of the cats they have. I've met many cats who share the main ragdoll traits but had come from the streets where they could have all kinds of genetics. I hope you have the best of luck with any furry baby you get and your anxiety levels improve
I have 4 ragdolls and have to say they are the most loving, loyal and funny cats ever. The name puppy cats suits them perfectly.
Yes they bring so much joy to our lives :)
I live in Europe, Romania and never heard of someone having 4 ragdolls. Are they little kittens? Because I would love to buy one little furry friend for me and my wife.
I wanna get two ragdoll kittens but can't decide about the gender...any recommendations?
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Male cats tend to be more friendly and sociable with people. That's not to say you can't have a female this way, it's just more predominate in male cats. Best of luck to you. Ragdoll cats are wonderful.
@@marioparaschiv1759
No, Ragdoll cats range from medium to HUGE like Maine Coons. Four is a lot to take care of unless they are indoor/outdoor cats...which is not recommended. I had one that was indoor/outdoor for twenty years. You can do it, but it's not recommended. Especially since many people know the cost of the cat, people will steal them, and Ragdoll cats are so easy going, they usually won't resist getting picked up and taken.
its good that you got more than 1, i've found that cats tend to be better emotionally when there's another cat around usually a sibling. If you're not around, at least they got each other to keep busy.
Hey Robert well said! I was definitely lucky to have had a friend encourage me to get two
We have 2 ragdolls. Best pet/cats ever. They are very affectionate, playful & nosy. Every day they give us a good laugh.
Yes they are the best!
Are they male or female?I also wanna get two ragdoll kittens but can't decide about the gender...any recommendations?
@@aniab4306 any gender is a good gender. Like people, it depends on the cat
@@aniab4306
Fixed male and female is best. While Ragdoll cats get along very well, in general there is more tension is you get two animals of the same gender. Same gender cats can cause territorial problems with locations and people. Ragdoll cats don't usually have this issue, but they are still cats and why take the chance?
@@fionnmaccumhaill3257 yes your right.thanks for the reply❤
I'm living vicariously through ragdoll videos until I have my own place w/ my partner and we can buy one!! I'm already in love with them!
Awww I am glad the videos are helping :)
get two not one
They sell for 1.5k - 2.5k each though, my family found a stray one so we got lucky. If your struggling to get your place you should srsly consider other breed options.
I love ragdolls but I cannot afford to spend so much at once yet 🥹
Happy to watch these videos
I’ve got two boy ragdolls. They have the most beautiful personality. My heart bursts with how much I love them ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
:)
Do you find that because they have eachother they are less affectionate towards you?
@@bryzane4272 possibly yes!!
No one can beat Hazel, Spoonful of Ragdolls, with her 11 Ragdolls! I know she has her daughter and husband, but Hazel does most of work and gets scolded by 11 Ragdolls who will not leave the front door if she goes out shopping, and then they walk away and ignore her. LOL
Their full coloring takes 3 years so the identical quints (the Five Gs) are not quite as identical as when they were born and started coloring.
And another thing about Ragdolls is that they might hate cats and want to be left alone. Manon is a cat who hates cats. So, technically, there are 10 Ragdolls and whatever Manon thinks she is! LOL
Your tutorial is very well done. You covered all the tops points, esp the actual cost! People don't like to discuss money.
Thanks for the kind words! Hazel sounds like a super hero taking care of 11 ragdolls!
A few things mentioned here...I am a breeder of 20 years.We do NOT test each kitten we Test the Parents we intend to breed so as to not pass a positive HCM gentically.If familes are concerned they may test thir own cats with a mail in swob from swipes inside their cheeks to a few different Labs.The pattern in the video for a pinted ragdoll was a mitted NOT pointed.Pointed have solid face color as well as solid leg coloring.Feeding raw is also optonal.There are many types of high grade food on the market these days.Its also true if you get one ragdoll you will most likey get a 2nd.They do not have to be gotten together but will enjoy each other when ever you at the 2nd one.In my Opinion $3500 if to much for a Pet Ragdoll even of perfect markings.$1500 to $2200 if fair.
Hey Sandra thanks for clarifying the HCM and pointed piece! I agree a pet quality ragdoll is definitely on the lower end of the range. The range I included is to account for catteries in high cost of living areas and also I found that for most catteries that have produced a lot of champions, $3,500 price is the average price for a show quality cat from their program. Hope that helps!
I also wanna get two ragdoll kittens but can't decide about the gender...any recommendations?
Hi Sandy! Thanks for replying before I did. You’re absolutely correct, I don’t test kittens either, only breeding cats. Many Ragdoll breeders are no longer testing for HCM.
As for prices, seems like the responsible RD breeders here in Southern California are charging $2800-$3500 for the cats. I don’t have a separate price for show quality. All I end up with is angry parents if the cat doesn’t like to show.
@@sharonshulby2445 crazy we place our pets for 1800-2000 as long as they are within 1-7 hours from us.Thats crazy not testing unless they are a 2nd or more gen!
@@sandywuerch yes, that's true, and all of them are. You know how we breeders are so picky about where our breeding cats go. And there's usually a "take back cat" from the original lineage.
OMG that little flip your cat did to play with its companion at around 4:33 was friggin hilarious and so dang cute! It did a summer-salt onto its back to play with its companion. Such a cute and funny FLOP! Love Love LOVE it! 👍👍👍
aww thanks for the kind words! Yeah Arya likes to do these flops haha, she also likes to do twirls in the air randomly as well. You can see in first few minutes of this video: th-cam.com/video/sKRBgIkOvIo/w-d-xo.html
I just got a little Seal Bi color Lynx Ragdoll kitten two weekends ago and I am leaving today to go get another one, both are 5 months old. But I can’t decide between two kittens. A Seal Mitted with a Blazed nose or a Blue mitted ragdoll. Both look so friggin beautiful that it has literally been one of the most stressful choices of my life. But I had two Lilac Point Balinese from the same litter that were best friends. The female died from diabetes complications and my male is devastated. Its been almost 6 months and he cries for her every day and searches the house incessantly. So we got him a new ragdoll to play with but he doesn’t seem interested. So he has maybe 4 years left so I figured id get another one for my new kitten to play with and I hope they play together like your cats! Thats how my two Balinese played together. But the funny thing was when they would play too hard and one would get mad and they would growl at each other, just for them to start grooming each other like mad.. Like one giant fluff salad lol.. Ive always been partial to the lighter colors in cats. The lilacs, blues, flames, fires and reds. But they are all gorgeous and its so hard to choose.
Oh that is a tough decision. I am leaning towards a blue mitted ragdoll from the google images I see. Thanks for sharing your comment. Loved reading every bit of it. I am just imagining your Balinese cats playing together. Must have been a beautiful site to see!
@@TheCatButler Yeah it was pretty funny how they would both squeeze into a spot or in a perch that was only meant for one cat. They looked uncomfortable but they would sleep there for hours. My cat Dyce (the male Balinese) was a runt and I didn’t plan on getting him when I chose my female but she adopted him as her own even though she was a kitten herself only two months older than he was. So my breeder said she couldn’t get rid of just one and had to sell them together since they both had such a strong bond. And I am SO glad I did. Their bond was so special and beautiful. It easy to see why Dyce is so devastated now. The always got along no matter the situation. Heck, in 14 years they only ever fought once and that was kind of my fault cause I was carrying Dyce and went by a perch that Isys was sleeping in and he reached out and sunk his claws into what he thought was the perch but was her thigh, because he didn’t know she was there and she got mad and chased him all around the house lol. But I just separated them for 30 minutes and when I opened the door they both flopped down in the doorway and started grooming each other. The funniest times were when they would be grooming each other and Dyce would start playing and biting Isys so she would do the same, they both would start making little growling noises and whacking each other in the face with their paws before they went back to grooming each other again. It was like WTF what that all about? LOL..
@@TheCatButler Oh and BTW, I decided on getting the Seal Mitted with the Blazed nose. Because my new kitten is a seal bi color lynx so they would compliment each other in color. Plus the blue mitted was more docile and my new kitten is very energetic. The Seal Mitted is very playful so that was also a deciding factor. So i am now typing to you from a hotel in North Florida waiting for my breeder to get here from Alabama. I can’t wait to have two gorgeous fluffy kitties to play with Dyce. Even if he just likes to watch. Plus my breeder made a suggestion. Because I was trying to get a cat that looked like my Lilac Point Balinese female I want only looking at Blue mitted and pointed Ragodolls. But she said in her experience that you shouldn’t try getting a cat that looks like your old one or else you’ll be comparing the two and it could lead to disappointment. So that was a factor in my choice.
Oh, I probably should add that my breeder has such a big heart that after she heard my story about my grieving cat she decided to sell me a show quality kitten she was saving for a breeder friend of hers for a pet quality price. THEN when I called her two weeks later and told her I was thinking about getting another kitten to play with my new one until Dyce warmed up to them she once again pulled from her small stock of kittens she saves for other breeders that are all show quality kittens and sold it to me for pet quality. Another beautiful female. So I am now waiting with baited breath to meet my new gorgeous baby girl who will be here in two hours! YAY! 😃
I loved my rag doll he was the best! I unfortunately lost him this year at the age of 3 due to a sickness didn’t realize how amazing it was to have him. I hope more people see this as a great breed to have even with dogs!
Thanks for sharing your story! And yes Ragdolls are the best. By any chance do you know what the sicknes was?
What sickness did it have?
A few months ago my mom got me a bi colour ragdoll kitten for my birthday, since i always talked about how much i wanted one. We named her mabel and she is so sweet. She follows me around the house and has such a unique personality. Often she meows at me for attention and jumps on my lap if she wants to be pet
Awww thanks for sharing Mabel sounds so sweet!
Well done! I'm a TICA registered Ragdoll breeder. I loved the video and the commentary. Thanks for making the effort. One thing I thought about that I'm not sure you'd want to include: I have a male from one line and a female from another line. The female (Sybilla) (pronounced si-BILL-uh) comes very directly from the original Anna Baker lines. I have noticed some differences in her personality. For one thing, when I pick her up, she doesn't flop but instead watches the world with avid interest. She loves to be picked up, but it's for adventure, not cuddling. She's also an excellent huntress. Otherwise, she is precisely the kind of cat you describe in your video. Thanks!
Hey Sheila thanks for sharing! It’s awesome you were able to get one of the original Anna Baker lines. And appreciate you helping all the families get beautiful Ragdolls! You help bring so many smiles to so many families :)
We are picking up our ragdoll kitten this weekend. I am so excited!
Wish you the best :D! So Exciting!
I’m picking up my blue bi-colour female kitten this week. Thanks for this informative video. I’m sure I will enjoy her very much!
I am glad the video helped! Enjoy your new baby :D
How exciting! I have a gorgeous female blue bi-colour princess who will celebrate her first birthday next week!! I’m so happy for you!
@@Nina_Olivia happy early birthday to your princess!
@@TheCatButler Thank you 🐱
Where did you get yours from?
Omg, just right, just right, can hardly wait..
Ragdoll cats is most tenderness and nicely, beautiful elegant cats !
YES!
I have a red but colour ragdoll and he’s my pride and joy. But be aware that all cats are different so every ragdoll will not display all of these traits. He’s the most affectionate cat I’ve ever seen, I often wake up to him cuddling into my face. However, he’s not docile, if he’s made to do something he doesn’t want to do e.g. vets, trimming nails, picked up, brushing; he’ll bite and scratch like other breeds; he’s a little rough with our new rescue adult cat who is half his size; he gets on with the family dog but it took some work; he bounces around the house when he’s playful; he misses us when we leave but isn’t reliant on us. Point is that cats are complex animals with thoughts and feelings, you can’t just breed out all the bits you don’t like - so don’t be disappointed if you get a ragdoll and they don’t check every single box, be ready for scratching, biting, misbehaving but also a new best friend :)
Very well said! Yeah there is still an individual component
I have 5 cats and one of them is a Ragdoll. She is the absolute sweetest thing in the world. She is almost a year old
What a big happy cat family :)
For anyone looking to get a ragdoll cat, make sure the breeder does a good job socializing their kittens. I got a couple Ragdolls from a breeder that didn't socialize them, and while they have warmed up to me and my husband, they aren't super affectionate and are afraid of other people.
Good call out!
Hi can you provide an update on your ragdoll?
Sure, they are the same as far as disposition goes. Still skittish.
I adopted three sibling cats this year. One is large and acts like a Ragdoll.
He has the siblings to help keep up with his need for attention!
I am goodness that is awesome! What a happy family. I am glad you were able to adopt three. They will grow up having so much Fun together!
Your cats are beautiful and I like be the video! We got two red brothers in 2016, one bicolour and one mitted. The bicolour looked more like cream. Sadly, we lost him to kidney disease last year, he was only four (kidney disease usually occurs much later so it was complete shock when we found out). Thanks to new early screening tests, we were able to identify early changes in his brother. After putting him on a special diet, he is doing great. If you can get screening done, I recommend it.
We have since adopted a 2yo seal mitted boy from the same breeder, and a blue mitted boy who just turned 1, all from very dedicated and ethnical breeders. They are awesome cats, each with very different personalities, the red boy is a smoochy trouble-maker, the seal boy is chatty, affectionate and just loves everyone, and the blue baby is a total maniac but super sweet 😊❤️
Hey thanks for sharing your personal story! They just recently got their blood work done with the new screening test for kidney disease. And it seems ok but they are only 1. Did the doctors say the kidney disease they think is genetic if it was that early?
Your family seems very sweet and beautiful. A lot of love in the house!
Awwww I feel for your loss! I was given my 1st ever cat at the airport with the 'promise' that the lady would send me a kennel and $ when she got home to get her back. She was trying to sneak her on a plane, I was 'nominated' by those around the situation to temporarily take kitten. I didn't get the woman's info, though she had mine, i never heard back from the woman. The kitten was probably 4 wks old and was supposedly an orphaned stray, the vet I took her to said she was a Persian, which became more evident as she grew. Fast FWD 9 years, she got kidney disease, I was devastated. Over the years with Tons of $ in vet bills including a few rounds of sub-Q fluids, she passed away, much to my surprise she lived an awesome life to 18.5 years. I was so blessed. Her death was still very hard, so I definitely feel for you.
I recognize your story! We had 2 sisters (domestic short hairs) and we lost 1 last year due to sudden kidney failure, she was just 3,5 years old. A special diet for the other one and she’s good, thankfully. A few months later we got her a new friend 😊.
It has made me a bit hyper alert on the cats well being, scared that i might lose them unexpectedly because they cannot tell me when they’re not feeling well.
Your ragdolls are absolutely beautiful!
Thanks for the kind words!
I just purchased a male sealpoint ragdoll! I will call him Gauis as I had a dog called Merlin who recently moved on. 😢💟
Well. I wasn’t allowed to have him in the home so I guess some things just aren’t meant to be. ☹️
Can confirm on ragdolls being good with other animals in the house and two cats being better than one.
I got a ragdoll cat recently after my Ragdoll Mutt (From the street and had markings, behavior, and size exactly like a ragdoll) passed away early spring last year. I loved his personality and coloring and size so it was an easy decision. And I can say it was the right choice. I have a 10 year old female black cat named Athena. She likes having cat company, but isn't overtly friendly with other cats. I hoped the new kitten and Athena would at least be friendly.... But my new ragdoll managed to charm her more than any other cat, including my ragdoll mutt. I think it really helped that he was only a small kitten when he arrived, but he's got a tenaciously friendly and affectionate personality. I hope that their relationship grows more and more so that Athena becomes even more comfortable with him trying to invade her space. I'm just really glad that Athena has another little brother after her other brother died so suddenly.
Awww thanks for sharing such a beautiful story. Very impressive that your ragdoll charmed Athena. Such a cool story :D
Athena like the Greek goddess?that’s such a good name choice!
Amazing beautiful cats with wonderful blue eyes. My heart will go on.
Yes! :)
IM GETTING MY RAGDOLL KITTEN TODAY AT 6PMM IM WATCHING MANY OF YOUR VIDEOS TO BE PREPAREDD IM SO EXCITED
Congrats! So exciting :)
@ thank youu!!
Finally the cat I’ve been waiting for this entire time.
I had a Ragamuffin for a few years (think coyotes got her :c), similar to the Ragdoll breed genetically. Super sweet and would actually follow me on walks, meowing up a storm on the way out, but silent on the way back. Figured out near the end that she was saying "Come back, human! It's dangerous out there!". She was also surprisingly mechanically inclined for a barn cat. Learned how to open our windows, but lacked the strength to actually do so!
I bet Ragdolls are just as awesome. :)
Awww Sean thanks for sharing your story! Sad to hear the coyotes got her :(
@@TheCatButler To be fair, a local stray had begun courting her, so who knows. She may have run off with him, returned home to her siblings at our neighbor's place, or been killed.
I like to think she simply ran off and plans to come back one day. But after three months of searching every property around me (I live in the woods), I may never know. Maybe she moved in with the local cougar den infesting my other neighbor's property! XD
I have a blue bi-color ragdoll female I got from my aunt a year ago. I have 3 domestic shorthair cats who are all seniors (two are litter mates that are now 15 and I have an 18 year old as well). To say she is the chillest cat is a major understatement, she gets along so well with my other cats from the very beginning and adjusted to our crazy cat household so well. I would 100% recommend a ragdoll, only downside for me is the hair 😂
Thanks for sharing your story! Yes they are quite hairy haha
I have found the hair issue to be specific to the particular Ragdoll. Some have less or little to no difference to a regular cat, while others I hear about shed profusely.
I got a Maine Coon 2 weeks ago and I am getting a Ragdoll soon as well! I am so excited 😻 plus my DLH cat🐾
That is awesome you have a purrrfect family!
This is so helpful!!! Thank you and btw your babies are adorable!!!
Thanks for the kind words and I am glad you enjoyed it!
I’m in love with them already!!!
Ragdolls are simply adorable. Words cannot explain how beautiful they are.❤💚 for Timo & Arya.
You are so kind! Thank you
@@TheCatButler Thankyou for acknowledgeing my kindness. There are people who think i am not competent enough to get anything substantial in life.
I certainly ❤️my ragdoll Felixxia. She's on a strict diet and so far so good as she became more active and she sleeps lesser now which is healthy for her.
I am glad your ragdoll is so healthy :D
@@TheCatButler Thank you
Hi ! I live in France and i have a Ragdoll. He is so cute, always with me, talking to me. 🥰He is the best friend of my dog. A incredible team 😂
J'aime la France! This is the little French I remember from school haha. I am glad you enjoyed the video! And thanks for sharing your story! Love the close bond between cat and dog :)
Lol my cat it’s not so fond of my dog. My dog is a big German shepherd puppy so my cat doesn’t like him much. My cat doesn’t HATE him but because my dog is so big and playful, my cat is like “ yeahhh no.” My poor puppy has been scratched so many times lol. He just wants to play 😅
@@lalaloopsiee0 My dog is a big one too. It's a beauceron sheperd. It's funny to see her playing with the cat every day. It's a frantic pursuit. But it's each their turn ha ha ha
I’m getting a ragdoll kitten for my birthday in January and I’m so excited! This really helped because some of this I wasn’t aware of. Luckily I have another cat so when I’m at school, my older cat can watch over it and make sure its not lonely. ( I called the kitten an it because I don’t know the gender of the kitten I’m getting yet)
Congratulations! I am glad the video helped :)
When I buy a house I'm buying a ragdoll. I love them. I'm going to name my Ragdoll Luna. I love the name. I commented because the irony your name is Luna also. That's cool.
@@JuNlethalpoet Luna is a great name!
@@JuNlethalpoet awww Luna is a adorable name!
@@lalaloopsiee0 I was looking up some websites were can I customize the food and water bowl with the name Luna
Dude ragdolls are gorgeous and have amazing personalities. I can't wait to get one as a pet!
Yes! can't wait for you to get one :D
Ragdolls are so welcoming & worthy 😍
I can't take this video's wholesomeness🥰
Yes they are thank you for the kind comment!
I love my two (bro & sis) are the best. I love them so, so much! I'm an older man of 70 and these two cats were the greatest (and I have had cats my entire life)! The breed was perfect. They are curretnly 15 years old and you would not guess them as old cats.) I love them so, so much.
awww it was such a pleasure to read your story! Thank you for sharing.
I also have a brother and sister and I never knew cats could be so docile, so sweet and loving. The ragdoll breed is quite amazing, they have so much love to give and they will never hurt you at all, you can literally do anything with them.
I have a ragdoll mix and he definitely has the love\ hate personality.. We play fetch and he follows me everywhere..
hahah I know right almost like dogs!
So cuteeeeeeeee😍😍
Thanks!
@@TheCatButler no problem🥰
do rag dolls like to cuddle? I am thinking about getting one for my anxiety because my friend has cats and if I’m ever anxious they always cheer me up.
Yes they do love to cuddle! My cats insist on getting cuddles everyday. And they are vocal about it :)
@@TheCatButler aww
Each also has their onw personality so not all will cuddle.They will however love your company and follow and be interested in you.
Thanks so much for sharing this - what an pawesome vlog!
Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!
Your cats are gorgeous.
Frank thanks for the kind words!
I have a 4 month (almost 5) month old Lilac bi-color ragdoll named Sam. He's the best!!❤
awwww lilac is such a rare color!
@@TheCatButler I know right?! I actually didn't know that until I started really looking at him as he was growing. He was labeled by his breeder as a "Blue Bi-color" and his dad is just that but his mom is a Cream Bi-color and so he got the best of both worlds. I don't think the breeder realized what she sold me. He's very handsom! Or as my Friend said meeting him the other day, "whaaaat? He's rediculous !" 🤣
Omg I’m in LOVE 😻! Thank you for a wonderfully informative video! I particularly appreciate how you speak slowly and clearly! Subscribe ✅
Thank you I am glad I was of help :). Teemo and Arya appreciate the support!
They are very Angora Turkish looking. A neighbor has one, it has a little bit of a Burmese look, though still mostly Angora like.
thanks a lot!
your videos and cats really relax my mind!
Awww thanks for the kind words!
Very interesting. I have a Ragdoll. All the points you make are valid.❤They are beautiful cats.❤
These cats will give me the emotional support i need right now 🌻
Awww I am glad the videos make you feel good!
ragdolls want to follow you around all the time - they think it’s their job to be with you at all times. Some snuggle - some don’t. Some love belly rubs. My Maine Coons insist on sleeping on my chest. My Ragdoll gets my Maine Coons to cool it and get to sleep by licking their faces
Hahah your Ragdoll is so cute!
I am getting a cat 🐈 and now I know I'm getting a ragdoll. thank you for the tips 😊
Btw:I love your cats ❤
Thank you!
I don't have a ragdoll cat but i really like them. I have a siberian which kind of has a similar personality. This is also a great video for people who don't like cats.
Yes! Sometimes I feel people who don't like cats, haven't really experienced cats fully.
@@TheCatButler Definitely
I currently have two ragdolls and they follow all the characteristics except being held. I had two others in the past and they did liked to be held for short periods of time. Definitely people cats. Mine are always where I am .
Yes Ragdolls are so affectionate, love it :D
I’m planning to get one when I’m older and move to canada with my friend so thanks a lot this video helped me
I am glad the video helped!
I have a sealpoint ragdoll & a Bengal...my Ragdoll is super affectionate a proper lapcat 😻😻
Rosie that is awesome to hear :D
They look so much fun 😊
fantastic video 😻 i enjoy watching very much 😸
I have a ragdoll cat, and she's so cute! Also is your cats! :D
excellent informative video I have a seal point and blue point Adrianna and Raphael. They are the most incredible animals and I love them so much. Everything you said was very useful. Love to your cars Alison (animal nurse) UK
Awww thanks for the kind words! Teemo and Arya love your cats back :)
I have always wanted a ragdoll and a Saint Bernard. Would they get along? Will I have any problems with both of them being in the same home? How often should I give them the raw meat? How much should I bathe or brush them?
Hey great question! Yes they would! Ragdolls are one of the chillest cat breeds! hmm in terms of frequency for raw meat, I think you would have to choose what type of food style you want to do, raw food, wet food, or dry. If you pick raw it would be every meal, twice a day when they are an adult. Bathing usually happens when they poop on themselves or once every 2 months so no mats form. I brush them every day so they don't throw hairballs. Hope that helps!
@TheCatButler thank you so much. This was very helpful, and I appreciate your help on this. This information will come in handy.
beautiful kitties 😊
Thank you! 😊
This is cool.I am getting one…soon..thank you for the information. Question. Is Teemo and Arya show or pet? And thought show is just breeders…and for showing. Can I still neuter a show cat, because I will not show him..thanks.
I am not allowed to get to cats, I was barely able to get one. And I have been considering breeds. This is my top pick, but I go to school everyday day, but other then that I am mostly home. The cat would also be in my room most of the time bc my mom hates hair, but would that still be fine to get a ragdoll cat?
Hey! if your room is a decent size it should work! Maybe the ragdoll cat may win your mom over :)
Now I feel way more happy that my cat is a ragdoll cat out of all the type of cats
Ragdolls are awesome :)
Oh where oh where did you get that amazing cat scratch piece!!???😻
oh which scratch piece are you referring to?
I have a ragdoll just to list a few things...
Has a puppy mentality ✅️
Sometimes plays fetch ✅️
Horrible defence and hunting techniques ✅️ except she likes hunting flies and makes her bird call noise
Always greets me when I walk through the door ✅️
My girl is also a gorgeous bicolour but I got her at a good price! The breeder didn't want to let her go so I was very lucky, her gorgeous blue eyes are so bright, reminds me on a clear ocean
Hey will my rag doll get so bigger? I'm worried cause if the get sooo big cause i live in a small house and i Won't be able to handle a big baby. The size of this cats in the video is perfect for me. Will the get bigger in the future?
hey so ragdolls can go up to about 20 pounds. My biggest is 12 pounds and that is because he eats a raw meat diet, and that diet doesn't make a cat get obese. But I live in a small apartment and its big enough for them
Is no one going to talk about how awesome that cat tree is? I want to know where to get it!
Awww thanks yeah the tree is awesome. I got it from here: pettreehouses.com/store/tree-houses.html
Its the sycamore tree with additional lot of leaves
They’re sadly recently out of business! I tried to purchase one of those all others I’ve seen are tacky😊
Ragdolls are decent breed, but shed a lot. I would say Turkish Angora who also have long haired but shed less because of single coat, is much easier to be taken care of
Yeah Ragdolls do shed quite a bit. I have to clean a lot haha, Turkish angora is a beautiful cat!
@@TheCatButler I tell myself that my three ragdolls are doing me a favour by shedding ... they force me to constantly stay on top of the housework! 😂
@@Nina_Olivia hahahah
We have a Ragdoll named Zeus and are getting another in February. Where did you get your awesome tree??? My boys would love one!!!
Congratulations! What a beautiful name! I got it from here: www.pettreehouses.com/store/tree-houses.html. Its the sycamore tree that I customized with a lot of leaves haha. Hope it helps!
I’m worried that they won’t be like that typical ragdoll cat cause I got them from a pet shop. She does go limp in the arms and like I said before, rubs up against you and nuzzles sometimes. But hoping it becomes more.
I got my baby cloud who's a blue mink bicolor and paid 1800 for him. He is the sweetest love, ever.
Congrats to your new baby :D
I've have 2. One is not a lap cat one is. Buster is very loving,affectionate and so sweet. Buddy lets you rub his tummy but dosn't like to sit on you or get picked up. Their Maine isn't fully filled in until age five. They are known for heart problems. Buster lived 10 yrs. He was on heart meds for 2 yrs. Buddy has thyroid problems- he's 11. He's on special food. I've always had 2 cats - so their not lonely. Mine are excellent hunters. Their indoors but love to go outside with me in the nice weather on a leash. They catch moles and once a chipmunk just tied up and I let them go after they caught them. I'm getting a kitten to keep Buddy company in a couple weeks from a shelter. She is a tabby. I find they live much longer without all these health problems. I've had a couple live to
Nine year ragdoll cat owner here. Not all of them like to be picked up. All cats are individuals. Mine follows me around yowling. If I still on the couch and I’m not petting it, it scratches at me. It’s super chill, very low-key and not paranoid at all like the rescue cat that we have. Sleep on the bed with me every night and is truly a gorgeous looking animal
My pair of male littermates are a smaller red bicolor and a large cream mitted. They have quite different personalities and voices too. The large one eats so much more food. I'm so happy to have two such different ragdolls because I see more of the spectrum of personality.
I commented because I think your cats are red, also known as flame. Could be the camera or my monitor though. It is hard to tell. From what I understand, cream is a darker color. I also don't think the darker cream shade of my cat came in until he aged a bit. Maybe your cats are cream and they are still young?
Hey you have two beautiful cats :). I actually wanted the red/flame when I was getting my cats, but they weren’t available at the time. It’s seems your large cat is similar to Teemo, both like to eat.
Hey good question! It could be the lighting. Red and cream are quite close haha. Arya is like between light to dark brown. And Teemo is on the lighter brown side. But you are right that cream takes a while to come in. I think some of the footage was them still growing.
I also wanna get two ragdoll kittens but can't decide about the gender...any recommendations?
@@aniab4306 One of my males, the heavier one, had a urinary tract problem once, which had to be treated in as an emergency. He's almost 10 yrs old. They say urinary issues are more common in males.
If there are any behavioral differences I think you could find it to be luck of the draw because my male cats are so different. Males are generally larger. Mine are 13 and 17 lbs, and were raised identically. For the elderly or weak, size could matter. Our 8 lb non-ragdoll is harder to handle than both ragdolls. But, I can easily carry in one arm the 13 lb cat but not the 17.
@@nate3432 thanks for the reply♡
Thank you! Very helpful video
Glad the video was helpful!
I just met a neighbor with a ragdoll in her arms. A beautiful 7 months boy. Pretty blue eyes, so laid back. I had too many questions and she probably thought I was a little bit weird... My own cat is a 11 years old adopted, black, short hair indoors. I let her out every now and then. She's friendly towards other cats, and she stays in my vicinity the whole time, so I trust her. This ragdoll was on a leash. I've tried that with my cat and she just destroyed that poor thing, lol!
Anyways, my girl is quite friendly and social, but there's no way I'm picking her up. She hates that. Otherwise very dog like.
Thanks for sharing your story! Enjoyed reading it :)
I have 1 ragdoll cat and she always likes meow at my one time when I was in the shower I saw her and she was meowing at me in the shower it was soooooo cuteeeee
Hahaha
That cat tree! 😍 Did you create that yourself?
Soooooooooo cute 🐈🐈⬛
Thank you!
Just got this video recommended while my ragdoll cat is sleeping next to me
awww perfect recommendation :D
Do ragdoll cats get along with dogs? I have a Cavalier King Charles spaniel and I’m thinking of getting a ragdoll :)
Yes they do!
How sweet they are🤩❤️.
Oh my precious ragdoll fiona… she is a super kind and gentle cat but she refuses to sit on laps lol. Shes the least cuddly of my cats. Shes not from a very responsible breeder sadly tho. Im probably not going to get a purebred cat again but she’s so beautiful.
Where did you get your cat tree? Was it bought or made? I love it!!
Hey its a customized tree from pettreehouses.com/store/tree-houses.html. Its the sycamore tree with tons of leaves.
I'm getting my first ragdoll in a couple of days!! What sort of brush should I get? Also is it ok if I don't get him a friend immediately? I don't think I can afford 2 at the same time....
Hey Congrats on getting your new ragdoll!
Here are the two brushes I use:
○ Safari Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Cats - prf.hn/l/K98kD2x
○ FURminator Long Hair Cat Deshedding Tool - prf.hn/l/rGROGQD
And the video on how to brush your cat: th-cam.com/video/dEmoc52O-i8/w-d-xo.html
Yeah its okay if you don't get him a friend immediately. You can get another one when you are financially ready. For the time being you will just have to spend more time with him and keep him company :)
@@TheCatButler thank you so much!! I've been finding your videos so helpful!
Hi where did you get the cat tree 🌲 house? Thanks 🙏🏻
I just checked, the company doesn't seem to make the model I customized off of anymore.
But if you need any other quality cat products you can check out thecatbutler.co/. Hope that helps!
where did u get the cat toy at 4:31
Hey got it here: www.gigi-toys.com?ref=40
@@TheCatButler thanks
Wow I guess I got lucky when I found/took in my stray rag doll cat as a kitten - named him blue bc his beautiful bright blue eyes. It’s nice to now know what kind of cat he is & this video was very helpful to me.. curious if I’m able to find out or test my baby for HCM now?? That worries me.. considering I rescued him & have no idea if he was properly bred.. he is definitely less than a year old if that helps determine if I can test him at this point?? This video definitely explained him to a T & why he is the way he is.. he is cream bi color with the bluest eyes, so fluffy & is getting big quick which I thought what I thought was the “baby fluff” would go away but hasn’t. Started out pure white now his tail, ears, and around his face has the cream color. He has to be right next to me or can’t seem to “get close enough” & wants all my attention. I can hardly type this bc he just wants to be pet & loved on lol. He’s the sweetest & most loving cat I’ve ever had & I’m so glad I kept him. Now I just want to learn more about this breed, most importantly about the HCM mentioned bc I can only hope he’s still with me in 15+ years 💙
Hey Brooke your cat seems so sweet! you can still test your baby for HCM. There is the HCM test by the UC Davis Vet School here: vgl.ucdavis.edu/test/ragdoll-hcm. Or if you want a more comprehensive health test with a breed analysis report you can get a test with Basepaws here: bit.ly/3F9al5c
Hope that helps!
@@TheCatButler yes it does! Thank you so much! Also, is there a way to tell or test if he is purebred or not? Doesn’t make a difference to me but I’m deep into researching & learning about the breed & I think he could be - I’m so glad this video appeared on my recommended 🙂 your babies are beautiful and have the same color/look very similar pattern wise as mine!
@@brookenicole4 so the only way to be 100% sure its a pure bred is to have pedigree papers. Usually the cat associations track the lineage of cat to prove they are purebred.
So the other way less precise way is using Basepaws a Cat DNA company. By swabbing your cat's mouth the DNA test can identify whether your cat has any breed similarities with top cat breeds. Hope that helps!
@@TheCatButler you’ve been more than helpful - thanks!!
Keeping them as indoor cats only is also a very specific method of increasing their lifespan.
Love the cat tree
Yes its beautiful :)
Yes 🙌
I've always loved this amazing cat breed, but never had the possibility of getting one. I'll it the soonest, thanks for your video anyway😍. Just to say, ragdolls in my country cost at least 1200 euros if they are company quality and rarely if they are show quality , otherwise if they are for breeding they cost about 3000 euros😅😦
Awww I hope you get one soon! They truly are amazing
@@TheCatButler I believe that, I've informed more and more about them in these current years, I'm so excited about getting mine 😍!! I still have to choose the perfect breeder and to decide which is my favorite pattern ❤️
@@Giulia-ud4sb I am excited! Wish you the best of luck :)
Hi there. I’m just wondering, I just got a ragdoll kitten and a Persian/ragdoll. They are both very sweet kittens and when they are sleepy they sleep next to me most of the time. But I have only had them for a week. Does their affection grow? Cause I would have loved them (especially the ragdoll) to be super cuddly. She was one night and nuzzled in my neck but hasn’t done it since. She also was super skittish for the first few days and didn’t come out of hiding. It took a lot of work and encouragement to get her out. I’m just hoping she becomes that floppy, affectionate, cuddly ragdoll I was hoping for.
So yeah, do they grow into their affection more. Or do I need to give her more time to settle in?
He is doing a lot better the Persian but isn’t a lap cat yet.
I was hoping to have her as an emotional support cat and that’s why I chose a ragdoll!
Their affection does grow over time. Arya didn't become affectionate till 3 months later. Teemo was affectionate from day 1. It sometimes is dependent on the individual cat. Hope that helps!
@@TheCatButler what advice do you have? Does she sound like a cuddly cat?
Cause like i said before she was nuzzling my on friday night in my neck and stuff.
Should I try and cuddly her more or let her come to me on her own time?
Thanks so much for your help.
Ragdoll cats can totally protect them self from other cats. My ragdolls are outdoor cats and are bad ass to other cats!
omg my ragdoll cat is named timo as well! she’s a seal lynx point :))
All the teemos unite! Haha
I love your cat tree! Where did you get it?
My family is thinking about getting one. I had a dog a few years ago and I lost it because my dad sold it. Even though he never paid. But that won’t be a problem if I get a pet again, and I’m thinking about getting a cute cat like a dog, so I can communicate with pets again and have a dog like cat! There SO cute 💕
Sorry to hear your dad sold your dog!