How to Hold a Ragdoll Cat - How to Pick Up a Ragdoll Cat

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  • This video shows how my sister and I pick up Ragdoll cats - Caymus, Murphy, Charlie and Trigg. How to pick up or hold a Ragdoll cat varies person to person and cat to cat. How do you hold a cat?
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  • @Floppycats
    @Floppycats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

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  • @andrewabballe
    @andrewabballe 8 ปีที่แล้ว +526

    9 minutes on how to pick up a cat. A+

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      ha ha ha - it's funny because i would have never made this video without a reader requesting it! i didn't think it was necessary...and it's my successful video ever. weird.

    • @traceyc.8804
      @traceyc.8804 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Andrew Abballe 9

    • @andrewabballe
      @andrewabballe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Floppycats Haha I was just teasing. Your cats are adorable though 😍.

    • @davidnco1
      @davidnco1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Now make one on how to put down a cat.

    • @luke2803
      @luke2803 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davidnco1 hahahahaha.

  • @ddtuss2585
    @ddtuss2585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    My ragdoll likes to be flopped over my shoulder like a sack of taters

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      love it - that's the best.

  • @ActionHeinz
    @ActionHeinz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    My cat likes to be held... for about 0.14 seconds...

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ha ha

    • @its.emmaokay1489
      @its.emmaokay1489 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is a ragdoll cat they are so different they are amazing

    • @phughesphoto
      @phughesphoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You need a Ragdoll or two! Mine loves to be hugged like a baby (being burped) while he makes bread on your neck (trim those nails)! And loves kisses on his forehead ~ they are WONDERFUL!

    • @ActionHeinz
      @ActionHeinz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@phughesphoto Meanwhile we have two of them ;)

    • @phughesphoto
      @phughesphoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ActionHeinz
      My second one is here and has to go through weaning! I hope to have him by early August!

  • @tiffnyc6965
    @tiffnyc6965 9 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    gosh your cats are huge and adorable!!!!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Andrea chefhouston thank you!

    • @stormysky1836
      @stormysky1836 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      TIff NYC Ragfolls get huge like males get to 30 pounds trust me

    • @rat8969
      @rat8969 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A ragdoll cat can be big two times than a regular cat

    • @solblackguy
      @solblackguy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rat8969 Two times, try up to three. I've seen one as big as 30+lbs

    • @robloxandthingz8043
      @robloxandthingz8043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have one of those too but a gray colour

  • @lordindulgence
    @lordindulgence 7 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    This is this video I didn't know I needed, but I honestly loved.
    Nothing better than a couple of floffy cats

  • @osojenjen
    @osojenjen 9 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I got my first rag doll kitten about a month ago. She wasn't the most socialized kitten when I brought her home. My past cats loved to be picked up like a baby. So I was at a loss when she didn't fit the stereotype of a rag doll going limp when picked up. She stays close to me and follows me around but wouldn't let me hold her. But I'm so excited now, I used your carrying technique and she is great with it!! Even though she sleeps on her back and loves a good belly rub, she is more comfy with being carried upright. One arm between the legs, upright and my other arm free to pet her. Thank You so much!!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      YAY!! That makes me really happy!! that's my goal - to make kitties live more harmoniously with their owners!

    • @sciencenotstigma9534
      @sciencenotstigma9534 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had trouble picking up my new adoptee, too! He was usually so sweet, but would yowl and even scratch, at first! I found out he had dermatitis so he had pain and itching when I put my hand over the base of his tail. This trick helped me immensely!

    • @sciencenotstigma9534
      @sciencenotstigma9534 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FloppycatsThanks so much! My new cat actually got aggressive when I picked him up before. I found out it’s dermatitis at the base of his tail, and picking him up between the legs (as you demonstrated) has made handling him easy. Now he’s more trusting.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sciencenotstigma9534 sorry to hear about the dermatitis - but glad to hear this method works!

    • @sciencenotstigma9534
      @sciencenotstigma9534 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Floppycats My Regnal is a “cat scarf” (shoulder rider) too! And, of course, I have a bad neck but ANYTHING for him. He is such a lovey. I’m feeding him a grain free diet and rotating novel protein sources like lamb, buffalo, and duck. Unfortunately, allergic cats can develop allergies to anything they eat often enough. This presents a challenge because cats have definite preferences, and mine have all been creatures of habit, with favorite foods they want every day. He’s been doing very well with Churu grain free treats, and they do provide good nutrition but are expensive! His sores are healing up. I am looking for other things he likes, so I can change it up so he continues to tolerate them. He is not a Ragdoll, but looks like one, with his fluff and flame points. He has some of the behavior, as well…likes being held like a baby and is very affectionate. I had a Ragamuffin (Hilda) who was even more laid back, but she didn’t have rashes biting at her skin. Poor Regnal…he acted like something was attacking him when he got here. He was looking around to see who it was. Thus, the displaced aggression. Now that I am learning how not to irritate it, he sees that I don’t want to cause him any pain. I have Autism Spectrum Disorder, which comes with sensory issues, and allergies. I also get allergic dermatitis, and I’m glad we found each other. I know his behavior and personality are not the problem. Thank you for your kind reply. I subscribed! 💚🐈

  • @enjoymyswag69
    @enjoymyswag69 7 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    This is the quality content I want to see in my recommended

  • @DieFlabbergast
    @DieFlabbergast 8 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Fluffiness is next to Godliness!

  • @surendipity1
    @surendipity1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Gorgeous cats, vey lovely owners.

    • @anotherkat4u
      @anotherkat4u 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      why do women talk to kats like babies ? ,,,,=^oo^=,,,,

  • @Vercus100
    @Vercus100 7 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Holy cow those cats are huge! I never really got a good sense of scale until you picked him up. Eegads! Awesome cats though! I love how calm they are.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      =)

    • @christinepalmer596
      @christinepalmer596 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vercus100 o

    • @theonlyturner
      @theonlyturner 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I believe they are the 2nd largest breed!

    • @Wcrqdrift
      @Wcrqdrift 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are ragdoll cats, they get the name because they love being held usually

    • @StayReal02
      @StayReal02 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@theonlyturner, yeah true. Second just right after Maine Coon.

  • @ahmedzubair4967
    @ahmedzubair4967 6 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Now pick up that German Shepherd at 2:41

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      oh, how i wish i could. she passed almost two years ago.

    • @angelzxxiix9873
      @angelzxxiix9873 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Floppycats :c

  • @Nymphelyn
    @Nymphelyn 9 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You think you know shit about cats - then you get a ragdoll.
    I also never baby-talked to my pets until I got a ragdoll.
    HE'SH A CYOOTY WOO WOO YESHEISH.

  • @kazearaki853
    @kazearaki853 9 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I always lift and hug a cat with its tail covering the ass.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      i used to do that - but my cat, charlie, hates his tail restricted, so i changed it up and found they like it more.

    • @hotartesian4163
      @hotartesian4163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And all of my cats want their hind -ends supported, too. The ragdoll wants that tail in my face though no matter what! She is very proud of the boa tail she sports and uses it like sign language.

  • @fluffysmum5798
    @fluffysmum5798 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I first watched this when Fluffy was 4-5 months old and I learned so much about how to handle my ragdoll kitty. Fluff is very much like Trigg and he doesn't love being picked up, but this is where I learned to do it respectfully and calmly. He's nearly 18 months old now and I still get so much out of this video. Thanks Jenny!!!
    You're definitely our go-to-cat-guru xxx

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      so glad this was helpful to you and thankful to the person who requested i make this video - otherwise, it would have never appeared on youtube =).

  • @pekoeji
    @pekoeji 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I WANT ONEEE THEY’RE SO BEAUTIFUL and i feel like their calm and cuddly nature would make them a good therapy cat ):

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yes, i think many people have cats for therapy.

    • @zarekarstudio
      @zarekarstudio 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      They probably would be, actually! I used to have one, they're very cuddly... But also, they're usually pretty clingy.

    • @gabrielaserrano7779
      @gabrielaserrano7779 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have a ragdoll therapy cat!! He can sense when I'm starting to go downhall and he'll comfort me 💖 His name is Noob Noob 😂 He's my literal best friend lmao

  • @estrellamarrone
    @estrellamarrone 8 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Omg I can watch this video forever hahaha

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Marthy Estrella cool - glad we made it then!

  • @gusgama8464
    @gusgama8464 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "Introduction to Ragdoll Engineering"!

  • @Floppycats
    @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How to Hold a Ragdoll Cat - How to Pick Up a Ragdoll Cat - ねこ - ラグドール - Floppycats th-cam.com/video/QDi4nPDM2YM/w-d-xo.html

    • @ash_msp6288
      @ash_msp6288 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haii, Im a member of a ragdoll cat web wich means i own one, shes AMAZING! your videos inspired me to take a look at adopting ragdolls ( im in love with them at the moment) we went to this breeder and was able to adopt a Chocolate Seal Point female, we named her Nika and she is the most SILLIEST SILLY LITTLE GOOSIE GOOSE I HAVE EVEN SEEN! and trust me, ive seen alot! we got to visit the litter before they got spayed ( if thats how you spell it) and then when we had to leave, Nika tried to come out of the house with us. so we had to go pick her up a few months later, we got in the breeders house and put the cat basket down, immediately Nika and two of her brothers got into the carrier and cried, i isntantly knew what they were saying.. " Bring us all, we are ready. " its wierd.. and then yesterday my little brother and his friend were squeezign the cat and everything, i had tea and toast in my hand when i saw this, i instantly dropped the tea and toast on the ground, crumbs got everywhere and the mught broke with tea all over the place, nika looked at me and my mind said as if she wasy saying.. " Come.. Come.. Come.. Please help me. " its wierd, i've never had it with any of my animals, i hate calling them pets.. it feels wrong for some reason. my Kitten is like.. my best friend.. my closest ANYTHING! I feel like i can just be myself around my cat, shes a lifesaver.. i used to suffer from extreme despression and got bullied in school, but as soon as we got my cat, i was so happy i got to carry her in the house, she changed my life.. she fixed everything, shes currently on my lap sleeping, im also holding her paws and head im my left arm, so im writing with one hand. Nika is currently 10 months old and keeps growing, shes already colouring deeply and is ADORABLE! Thanks for inspiring me and my family to get a ragdoll, you have LITERALLY saved my life, you and my cat are my heroes, i couldnt thank you enough

  • @64BBernard
    @64BBernard 9 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I used to pick up Snowball and Rocky like Amy does at 3:54. Personally, I wouldn't put my arm between their hind legs because I don't want any "skid marks"!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ha ha ha - i would say skid marks happen about 5% of the time. charlie really dislikes being held any other way.

  • @NiumanaCvisic
    @NiumanaCvisic 8 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    i'm watching how you hold and pick your cats

    • @epiphany55
      @epiphany55 7 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I'm typing a response to your comment.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      that made me LOL over and over again.

    • @pastelshades2860
      @pastelshades2860 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha these comments 😁

  • @mirmirs
    @mirmirs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Since our cat likes to randomly bite/claw when she's had enough cuddles, I personally hold her like a baby belly up so i can see her cute eyes and she can't storm off, also hold over the shoulder a lot, safe distance from face lol. She just hates being picked up and stuff but loves to be near us all. :)

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      sounds like you have figured it out for your situation =)

  • @jenniferrogerson9338
    @jenniferrogerson9338 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mine is a tuxedo colored rag and he is like your Treg. Manchew is always trying to launch himself when being picked up. The best way to hold him is baby style with his legs up. He only allows that for a small bit because he has a hard time sitting still. I call him my ADHD kitty, lol!

  • @cindeeengelsen1610
    @cindeeengelsen1610 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol..Tiggy looking like he wants to escape..they all look so loved♥️♥️♥️

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      definitely doesn't like to be held a lot.

  • @beefcake2975
    @beefcake2975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Happy to see how comfortably straight they are being held. I think keeping their spines straight is important with such a heavy cat, and i try not to put pressure solely on their stomachs too!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      =) i think it's definitely about not torqueing anything!

  • @thegeneralissimo470
    @thegeneralissimo470 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is one chill cat

  • @wirinaholstein4076
    @wirinaholstein4076 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Owner: "what 'you doing Trigg?" Trigg: "I'm being annoyed, can't you see?"

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      always =)

    • @user-rt2if5zp4q
      @user-rt2if5zp4q 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Trigg is not happy when he is kissed and kept longer while he doesn't like it.That it his real specific nature.

  • @NeaEmrys
    @NeaEmrys 9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    awww man, they are so cute. I adore Trigg's little beep sound. :D

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes, it always makes me giggle/smile

  • @MegaMollymoomoo
    @MegaMollymoomoo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amy picks cat up, cat = instant round beachball :D

  • @andreakae4211
    @andreakae4211 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those kitties are so relaxed! And beautiful! I hold my cat over my shoulder, and he sticks his little arms straight out. And touches things around the house as we walk.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      this made me smile big - "he sticks his little arms straight out. And touches things around the house as we walk." love it!

  • @nessaboo232
    @nessaboo232 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your channel always the best advice for rag owners. I just tried your pick up method and it worked well. He was calmer than usually I used to pick him up like a baby, cradle style but this way is better he feels more secure.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      cool - glad he seems to like it more. i feel like if my feet weren't touching the floor, i would want to be held lke that.

  • @Niyazi242
    @Niyazi242 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ragdolls are so adorable...i love them!

  • @robinhelander4469
    @robinhelander4469 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing! I can't get enough of Charlie and Trigg!

  • @johni6138
    @johni6138 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lolol absolutely adorable...so fun to watch

  • @attepeltonen2661
    @attepeltonen2661 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful cats you have there! I was enchanted by all of them instantly.

  • @catnipnbone
    @catnipnbone 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always learn something new whenever I watch one of your videos.

  • @mimuiao
    @mimuiao 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 19.5 year old Ragdoll cat, but I have always picked cats up a bit differently - I put my hand underneath her front paws, so that I do not put any pressure on her chest when I lift her up. I think that is MUCH more comfortable for any cat than have her entire weight hang on her chest for those few seconds. The back part I also pick up like you do, Ragdolls do love to be held like this and love tummy rubs.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      lucky you for having such an old one - hope you will share her with us on Floppycats as Ragdoll of the week - here are guidelines for submission: www.floppycats.com/ragdoll-of-the-week.html - and yes, it is all about finding the right way to pick them up for you and the cat to be comfortable - as you saw in this video, my sister and i do it differently.

  • @midori2280
    @midori2280 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I guess in the carrying aspect, Trigg's the least like a ragdoll cat, in being a 'floppycat'. Well, he is an active cat, so it does make sense. Still, this video was super cute, with all the carrying and the cuddling!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      glad you enjoyed it and yes...."floppycat" is not always relevant...depends on their mood!

  • @intexas218
    @intexas218 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing. Your Ragdolls are beautiful and just awesome. Cheers from South Texas

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Mi Belia! Cheers from Eastern Kansas!

  • @hei-c4620
    @hei-c4620 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Such beautiful kitties! I can tell y'all really love them. [:

  • @paulgiovannetti4004
    @paulgiovannetti4004 9 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I actually pick my ragdoll up like I'm giving him w hug and licks my ear. And when that ear is done he will go under my chin to the other ear. 15 years old and no health issues so far...knock on wood :/

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      oh, how sweet - and i love the old guys!

    • @paulgiovannetti4004
      @paulgiovannetti4004 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He is just an over grown baby. Still as playful as when he was a kitten

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Paul Giovannetti
      too cool.

    • @capturesbysree_
      @capturesbysree_ 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome. What do u feed him? I'm getting a Ragdoll soon and want to know how I can keep him healthy throughout his life.

  • @ThomasJDM
    @ThomasJDM 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My gf got me into cats and more specific into ragdolls. They're so awesome! She has a male ragdoll, much similar like yours & I have a female ragdoll. They're the best companions ever! :)

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      they are truly great - hopefully you guys will share your raggies as ragdoll of the week on floppycats

  • @skincareaddicted
    @skincareaddicted 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your videos Jenny. Sooo helpful. Before I got my ragdoll, was so scared of cats! Your channel and page have been invaluable to me!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you! i am glad you have found value in them and also that you now have a cat!

  • @bolch88bb8
    @bolch88bb8 8 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    sweet ladies and sweet kitties :)

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Hemant Samtani =)

  • @chelonianmobile
    @chelonianmobile 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, I never realised how huge those cats are!

  • @tiffany8222
    @tiffany8222 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing you with all your kitties! I don't know what I'd do with out my sweet Raggie 💛 I keep learning so much from you each time I watch! ❤ Thanks for sharing your knowledge and your babies. xoxo

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ahhhh...schucks! Thank you! Glad it helped you!

  • @cmmarsden
    @cmmarsden 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect cats for a perfect cat lover. Just so wonderful.

  • @terrywestbrook-lienert2296
    @terrywestbrook-lienert2296 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Big healthy boys! 💕💕

  • @SayLona
    @SayLona 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    3:36 I just started doing that with my ragdoll mix about a month ago. He likes being held, but after a few minutes he meows to be let down. When I drape him over my shoulders (he's so fluffy and in this weather he really keeps me warm, plus he's only 7 pounds) he won't get down unless I make him. I can go about my buisness and he just lays there. So soft!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      that's awesome.

  • @xx_jinx_the_skelly_xx3312
    @xx_jinx_the_skelly_xx3312 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol I laughed at the litter box part!!!!

  • @scarlettvale617
    @scarlettvale617 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video, I needed a virtual hit. Watching you cuddle these gorgeous fluffy kitties just makes my heart ache. I lost my sweet fluff two years ago, and haven’t been able to replace him. I miss my beautiful and loving boy so damn much.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so sorry for your loss - I lost a cat I adored on 12/12 - the first one in this video - Caymus passed on 12/12/20. You cannot ever replace them, but finding room in your heart for another is amazing.

    • @scarlettvale617
      @scarlettvale617 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Floppycats Thank you so much. My boy had a sudden, aggressive cancer that took him within four months of diagnosis, and I just wasn’t ready. I followed your beautiful Caymus on FB as he became more and more ill, and I knew what you were facing. No matter how we prepare, it never mitigates the pain. Blessings to you and your fur babies.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scarlettvale617 so dreadful - i am sorry. yes, i had a little ptsd with caymus from 11 years prior with my Rags - as he started showing certain signs, i was in pure dread.

  • @DJDivaDee
    @DJDivaDee 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my god those cats are amazing! I would hold them all like babies.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      only 2 of the 4 would allow you to hold them like that =)

  • @MARLEYCATLOST
    @MARLEYCATLOST 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for your advice. I have sent this video to my sister who had problems holding her Ragdoll kitten because he could not stop meowing, she follow the advice you give us in you last video about holding a Ragdoll cat where your mother were holding a Ragdoll and it worked a little bit and now he is meowing less, so I sent this video to my sister too so it can be of a little bit of help too. Thank you very much for your advice and for these beautiful videos.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      cool - hope it helps. i wonder if he just needs to be held more often and for longer.

    • @MARLEYCATLOST
      @MARLEYCATLOST 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Floppycats That is what I was thinking. I have already told my sister to try a little bit longer. We'll see what happens. Thank you again for your advise. I hope one day I can send you a message telling you he is not meowing anymore and enjoy our cuddling. She already try putting Zackary (that is his name) on her shoulders and that is something that both of then enjoy. =^-^=

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      MARLEYSUPERCAT MIAU
      =)

  • @paigehc6659
    @paigehc6659 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    They are so freaking cute!!

  • @StewartHiggins
    @StewartHiggins 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    With my big boy(purebred, altered, mitted seal, 3yrs) I tend to scoop him up with both hands under his chest(thumbs between front paws) and then cradle him belly up with my left arm supporting his weight and right arm for scritchens. Eventually he will close his eyes and turn his head 90 degrees and press it against my chest. During that time you must continually scratch his face and belly or he will open his eyes and glare at you. If you pull your hand away, he will reach out and pull it back.
    My smaller girl(himmy cross, unaltered, sealpoint, 2yrs) often gets scooped one handed as she hasn't yet(or won't) had a final growth spurt, so she's still light(~9lbs). She's gotten very squirmy as she's gotten older, but she seems to like belly facing out with her back to my chest and loves to have her paws pet with my thumb. She's pretty comfortable to 'worn' as a scarf too, and she does like to get up on my shoulder if given the opportunity. She used to climb up my leg and torso to perch as a kitten, but I had to stop that when she hit about 5lbs for obvious reasons.

  • @richardschmidt2430
    @richardschmidt2430 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh Caymus! Such a little doll! He was a very good boy! :) RIP Caymus! :) Dawn Cierelli

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ...it's nearly been a year =(

  • @veronicaciecierska388
    @veronicaciecierska388 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your videos, very approachable and natural tone.

  • @lisaclark1566
    @lisaclark1566 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful. I can't wait to hold my ragdoll Cael.

  • @bananaana1860
    @bananaana1860 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More people need to see this...I feel like some people really don't know how to pick up animals

  • @xx_jinx_the_skelly_xx3312
    @xx_jinx_the_skelly_xx3312 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! This video is so helpful! I love your videos! This helps a lot with my cat!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Bella Kitten cool!

  • @1984NatashaT
    @1984NatashaT 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Our recent litter of kittens we THINK could be Ragdoll. I've had one in the past and so far these kittens are showing all the characteristics of the breed. Time will tell of course but I'm excited. I've wanted another Ragdoll since my boy went missing 11 years ago.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      hmmm...i am bit confused....they must not be purebred if you don't know for sure?

  • @jeferrell79
    @jeferrell79 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love all four of your fluffballs.

  • @witchcerridwen
    @witchcerridwen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have a maincoon kitten.but the man who sold him to me had a raggdol as well.so i had my share of hugging her.sooooo cool.have a wonderfull life with your great two cats.

    • @witchcerridwen
      @witchcerridwen 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      hello miss floppycat.thank you for being so kind,is there any thing i should know about maincoon kittens?because you seem to know so much about maincoons.i heard the breed started in main,because main is a place where the kittens started.the coat they grew is because the winters are extreamly cold out there.i dont think that this breed came over night.but i surely would know much more about them.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      hi, i am still confused. i do not have a maine coon. i have never had a maine coon. the cats in this video are purebred Ragdoll cats. the breeder you got your maine coon from, should be able to give you an idea on hair length, etc.

  • @anncarter3254
    @anncarter3254 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    How precious!

  • @wisam1991
    @wisam1991 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    First time watching your videos. It so beautiful how much you love your cats!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      oh, thank you! i most certainly do - glad it shows! welcome to our channel! hope you'll subscribe!

  • @SaraNightfire1
    @SaraNightfire1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazingly enough, my ragdoll usually doesn't mind being picked up and be held like a baby. He has since he was a kitten, sometimes he gets annoyed, but he tolerates it. Sometimes I carry him on my shoulder with a hand on his butt. When he gets really annoyed he chases after me when he gets down. It's really cute, and he just glares at you with his ears laid back. XD...

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ha ha ha - i have never had one chase me! my aunt had a ragdoll who would chase my uncle around their dining room table.

    • @SaraNightfire1
      @SaraNightfire1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's adorable... I call him a part sheepdog because he bats at your heels when he can. Sometimes he nips playfully, but not hard enough to break the skin when chasing me.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sara Nightfire
      oh man, that's so funny! i woul dlove to see that.

  • @cybercat29
    @cybercat29 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AWW :-) Of course that is the right way to pick up any dear sweet kitty :-)

  • @margaretm.7079
    @margaretm.7079 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw a ragdoll 🐈 today,& I fell in love with it. (I am a Beagle dog lover however after seeking a ragdoll 🐈 he is Gorgeous!) Thanks for your
    Kind video of ragdoll 🐈!!

  • @joncampos5551
    @joncampos5551 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My cat has a 10 second rule that I must obey.

  • @Janice-d-witnessing
    @Janice-d-witnessing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Baaah! We've had our Ragdoll for 11 years and she does *not* like to be picked up or held. We've tried many different positions and she still wriggles and meows and launches off to get down. But I just tried that first one that you showed (hadn't tried it before), and she didn't mind it for a few minutes! She even purred. Yay!!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome! My mom's Murphy - the second cat I hold in this video is very much the same - at 15 years old, he still wants out of your arms!

  • @FragGile
    @FragGile 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Handling of the cats there. Goes for all cats. Supporting and protecting the spine is number one in my opinion

  • @rorylozada4724
    @rorylozada4724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They’re beautiful fluffy cats!!!
    I LOVE THEM! I have a precious Ragdoll also and this video is good and helpful how to pick him up easier

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rory Lozada cool. Glad you found it helpful

  • @colin6768
    @colin6768 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gorgeous cats. Beautiful looking German Shepherd too. There's nothing like seeing a dog and cat to cheer you up when you've had a crappy day. I love animals.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +colin6768 sorry you have had a crappy day. hope it's gotten better by the time you've read this.

  • @Beatriz-lj2td
    @Beatriz-lj2td 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You got beautiful cats, thanks I just bought one..learning....

  • @monicaswavel6074
    @monicaswavel6074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awww thank you! I may be getting a ragdoll. My first

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oh fun for you!

  • @DireConsenquences
    @DireConsenquences 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I usually hold cats the way you do in the first part- but I really like to make sure to hold up their bums just so it's not just hanging .

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes, charlie is not a fan of the butt hanging thing!

  • @IamCasper
    @IamCasper 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video Jenny! We do it exactly that way. Maybe I will show it in a future video. Thank you for your sharing.

  • @dimviesel
    @dimviesel 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    absolutely adorable

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +dimviesel thank you!

  • @mothwing1
    @mothwing1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh Trigg our Lochy doesn't like to be held also. Which is a first after 28 years of 14 different adult Ragdolls in our lives. Loch will complain etc, but he is my tallest biggest cat I have ever owned he is a mink and still is just two years old. One thing I have figured out is that he is so loose and large he is scare of giving a human the control of being off his feet and having him not in control. He is scared of getting hurt. So I have worked many different ways of picking him up and the belly up is as close as I can get outside. At the vet I support the front breast with the right arm under his belly and Loch will then squeeze close to my left neck side. But it all short lived.

  • @spoonfuloffructose
    @spoonfuloffructose 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Charlie is gorgeous. I had a pointed cat that looked a little bit like him when I was a kid. RIP Xena, you are missed.

  • @dalirfarzan1694
    @dalirfarzan1694 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a huge cat...

  • @strawbolita
    @strawbolita 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The sweetest cats EVER I love mine!!!

  • @karthikkota
    @karthikkota 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So fluffy and calm...Awesome.. lucky :)

  • @mirandagoldstine8548
    @mirandagoldstine8548 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bet their sweethearts like all Ragdolls.

  • @jodylabelle205
    @jodylabelle205 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Caymus is a lump,but so cute! I love all the cats in The Floppycats family! My WillyNilly So doesn’t care how I am holding hi,...just so long as I am holding him,lolz

  • @Xiedubbel
    @Xiedubbel 9 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Very nice vid, thanks for sharing!

    • @Molten74
      @Molten74 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Say hi to Timo

    • @akiramaverick18
      @akiramaverick18 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awwwe please tell Timo I love him

  • @KittySnicker
    @KittySnicker 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Soooo cute!!!

  • @sandraslater1718
    @sandraslater1718 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful cats - just gorgeous!

  • @nosheenmajeed471
    @nosheenmajeed471 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fluff balls - beautiful cats

  • @MarcosSilva-zx9ij
    @MarcosSilva-zx9ij 9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Wow... what a beautiful cat!!! I am really impressed.

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      there are 4 cats in this video.

    • @MarcosSilva-zx9ij
      @MarcosSilva-zx9ij 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Floppycats All of them are gorgeous... I loved especially the cat that you use in yourprofile..
      All right?

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marcos Silva
      =) - the one in my profile photo is dead - today is the anniversary of his death - 6 years and he was gorgeous and is the reason floppycats is here!

    • @MarcosSilva-zx9ij
      @MarcosSilva-zx9ij 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Floppycats Yes... he was gorgeous, what a pity he is dead, but thanks to him and you my next cat will be a ragdoll. I still don't know how I'll find because I live in São Paulo, Brazil and this type of cat is not commom here...

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Marcos Silva
      thanks, marcos. i do not know of breeders in brazil, but have been in touch with breeders in argentina.

  • @LowriderLowbro
    @LowriderLowbro 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    ragdolls, how can you not love them, launchpad or not 😄
    ty for the nice video, keep it up

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Matthys =), sorry i missed replying to your comment. ha ha - "launch pad or not"

  • @annasnow7700
    @annasnow7700 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very informative!

  • @mx4life82388
    @mx4life82388 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just fell in love with Amy while seeing her hold Charlie

  • @Emecse
    @Emecse 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was really interesting to watch I've never really given much thought to this, kind of like you said, just did it naturally how it 'felt right'. I pick up Phini same way as your sister does Charlie as he doesn't really like his paws all over the place. Also do the belly-up with him but when he is not having it I end up with all 4 paws on my chin/mouth/face just tippy-tapping softly to let me know he is done with my nonsense :D I've been told it looks hilarious. Trigg is amazing with his launching self! :) I laughed when your sister omnomnom'd on Charlie's ear using only her lips as I do that too and I thought it was just me :D

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Eszter Cs. yes, when people asked me for this video, i was sort of dumbfounded because i didn't think of it as something that was needed. but i do pay more attention to it now. i always eat my cat's ears...omnomnom'd on caymus' ear tonight.

  • @annemarie8483
    @annemarie8483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    D'awwww...pretty kitteh.

  • @sandiblohm6733
    @sandiblohm6733 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a bunch of beauties!!!!

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      two have now passed - the two at the beginning - so wish i could pick both of them up!

  • @karrenjoylong5505
    @karrenjoylong5505 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm in love with Trigg. ..Thats it ...totally obsessed with Trigg...

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Karren Joy Long there could be a club of trigg lovers!! in fact, we just released a trigg t-shirt here: teespring.com/floppycatstrigg

  • @gracenote1837
    @gracenote1837 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such lucky and beautiful cats!

  • @richardschmidt2430
    @richardschmidt2430 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Murphy, handsome boy! :) RIP Murphy! :) Dawn Cierelli

    • @Floppycats
      @Floppycats  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      seriously. cannot believe he's gone too.

  • @BrookeLeAnne
    @BrookeLeAnne 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my goodness such beautiful cats!!!