Ragdoll Cat Features, Care and Prices

Ragdoll cats fascinate their paw friends with their silky hair, colorful looks and cute appearance. These cats are a breed you will want to adopt. They are among the most adopted pets of recent years worldwide. The docility of their character has as much effect as their appearance. So how well do you know these cats? What are their characteristics? How much are their prices? Where can they be adopted? We will answer them all. Ragdoll cats, which differ from other breeds with their personalities and physical appearance, continue to fascinate everyone with their docility. Because of their close bonds with their owners, people also develop a deep attachment to them. But with adoption comes a lot of responsibility. Please do not adopt them without getting to know them closely.

What is a Ragdoll Cat?

Ragdolls, one of the new generation cat breeds, first appeared in the state of California in March 1963. There is no clear data about its past origins. The breed’s silky coat and sapphire blue eyes soon attracted a lot of attention around the world. Today, they belong to the big cat category. Their weight varies according to their species. However, the ideal weight of an adult cat is accepted as 4 to 8 kilograms. Their physical shape is similar to Persian and Angora cats. Their tails feel like rabbit fur when touched. It is considered to have the most beautiful cat hair by many authorities. Generally, the hair length is medium. However, we often see that there are also longhair breeds.

Ragdoll Cat Features

The Ragdoll cat breed has many unique characteristics. First of all, of course, is their physical appearance. It has a beauty that you can admire at first glance. Their fur is shiny and vibrant. Their eyes have a sharp shade of blue. Of course, there are times when their coat color changes. But the most common colors are cream, blue, white, seal, chocolate and lilac. These colors usually come in tabby-patterned variations. To get to know them better, we’ll explain the characteristics of these cats in detail in the following article.

Does Ragdoll Cat Shed Hair?

Every housewife wants her cat to have no shedding problems. Because cleaning can be a bit difficult if there is excessive shedding. Does a Ragdoll cat shed? and the answer to that question will be moderate. So there is no excessive shedding. But it would not be right to say that it does not shed 100%. Especially in the summer months, this process becomes even more intense. Of course, you have the chance to minimize it with special foods, hair combing and applications such as paste.

How Many Years Does a Ragdoll Cat Live?

Adopting a cat turns into adopting a child after a while. What a child is to a human being, these tiny creatures gain such love and importance. Even the possibility of separation from them hurts us. But death exists for every living thing in nature. Unfortunately, in cats this happens earlier than in humans. If you adopt a Ragdoll cat and take good care of it, its maximum life expectancy is 15 to 20 years. This is determined by factors such as food quality, health care and peace of mind. Scientific analysis has shown that happy cats live longer than unhappy ones. Isn’t this also true for humans?

What are Ragdoll Cat Diseases?

Some cats can have hereditary diseases. But Ragdoll has no such problem. There is no defect in their genetics. Over time, they can get some diseases that can happen to every cat. Urinary tract infections, kidney disorders, diabetes are examples of these. You will always get a better result if you go to a regular veterinary check-up.

Is Ragdoll Cat Aggressive?

Ragdoll cats show no signs of aggression. They are very calm, docile, gentle and affectionate breeds. Of course, they still have wild nature instincts, but they have learned to suppress them over time. Their loyalty rate is very high, especially to their owners. They approach other individuals in the house with the same affection. However, this may not be the same for strangers who come to the house. Sometimes they may see strangers as a threat. But they prefer to run and hide rather than being aggressive.

How Many Kittens Do Ragdoll Cats Have?

Female Ragdolls are fertile. If you don’t spay her, you will have to mate her with a male Ragdoll cat at some point. You cannot know how many kittens she will give birth to. There is no clear scientific figure. But if we look at the general average, 3-4 kittens are seen. Although it is rare, 6 kittens and more can be encountered.

Should I get a male or female Ragdoll?

Whether male or female, these cats don’t need any extra care. There are some minor issues between the two. For example, unneutered male cats leave liquid in some parts of the house. This can turn into an odor that disturbs people. Females, on the other hand, meow continuously during the rutting period. She meows continuously for 3-4 days, spreading her desire to mate around her. Choose whichever one will not be a problem for you. Or choose direct sterilization and there will be no problem.

Ragdoll Cat Colors

Basically, this breed is divided into 3 different categories and color is evaluated. The first one is the white gloved breeds. Their face, ears, tail and nose parts are colored. Their paws are white. The other breed is Ragdoll cats without gloves. In addition to their paws, this breed also has white legs. The last breed is called monochromatic Ragdoll. Their coat structure is dominated by one color. Chocolate, brown and lilac are the most common colors.

What Does a Ragdoll Cat Eat?

Even though they are a special breed, they don’t require any extra care, Ragdolls eat the same food as any other breed of cat. It is only good to choose good quality dry food. Unfortunately, bad food often causes damage because their bodies are sensitive. N&D, Hill’s, Pro Plan are good choices. Acana brand is also a food we recommend for those with a high budget. On the other hand, you can give wet food or reward products under veterinary control. We have explained this in detail in our article Foods that Kittens and Adult Cats Should Not Eat.

Ragdoll Cat Toilet Training

Ragdoll cats are toilet trained because they are domestic cats. They receive this training during their kittenhood and they can fulfill their toilet needs in the container where you put sand at home. But during the kittenhood period, the owners need to help the mother in this regard. Sometimes mothers may have difficulty in giving education on their own. A cat that has not received WC training in kittenhood has a very difficult time getting used to it in adulthood.

Ragdoll Cat Adoption

More than 80% of people today would like to adopt a cat. But not all of them are responsible enough to take care of a cat. First of all, if you adopt a Ragdoll cat and then can’t take care of it and give it back, or if you leave it on the streets, those creatures will suffer a great emotional damage. This is not something that can happen by trial and error. First ask yourself: ‘Am I ready to live with a new child at home?’ Yes, cats have the responsibilities of a child. If you can’t find a free Ragdoll, you will have to buy one. It is hard to find free for special breeds. Those who want to buy Ragdolls can use internet channels or local pet stores. Ankara, Izmir, Istanbul and Denizli are the places where this breed is most common. There are also many Ragdolls being adopted in Antalya, Bursa and Aydın.

Ragdoll Cat Free Adoption

It is very difficult to adopt a Ragdoll for free. To get one, you need to contact people who are true cat friends. Some families give their Ragdolls’ kittens to trusted families for free when they breed. Others adopt kittens in exchange for food. You can try your luck by searching online. Facebook cat groups are the ideal platform for this process.

Ragdoll Kitten Adoption

Cat adoption should be done during the kittenhood. This is the correct method. You need to adopt a cat at 2 or 3 months of age in order for them to develop a sense of loyalty to their new owners. Especially if families with children prefer these periods, the bond between your child and the cat will be stronger.

Does Ragdoll Cat Get Along With Children?

He is a very child-friendly cat. He plays with him, sits on his lap, sleeps with him. But it will never show any aggression to harm him. Although it is very rare, it can give tiny reactions when they hurt him involuntarily. He bites but does not sink his teeth in. In fact, afterwards, he will immediately try to lick the bitten place to get your heart back. Your heart can be at ease in this regard. However, these situations are valid if you adopt them as kittens. When an adult cat comes to a new habitat, it may behave differently and aggressively at first. But this is a problem that will be overcome after a certain time.

Ragdoll Cat Prices

Since it’s quite difficult to find free Ragdolls, we’ll give you information about the purchase type in this part of our article. Ragdoll cat prices are a bit high. It starts from a minimum of 2.500 TL and goes up to a maximum of 6.000 TL. Prices always increase according to feather color. Ragdolls with gloves have high figures.

If you want to buy a blue-eyed Ragdoll, you will have to spend 4,000 TL. In Istanbul, this figure is 5.000 TL, in Ankara 4.500 TL and in Izmir 4.750 TL. The figures also vary according to the city. Because the number of Ragdolls is not the same in every province. Today, Ankara is the city with the most Ragdolls in Turkey.

How much for a Ragdoll Cat?

Special breed cats are always expensive. Ragdoll is also in the special breed category. In fact, the right thing is to adopt a cat from the street or from a shelter without paying any money. But if you absolutely want a Ragdoll cat, there will be a price tag. You will pay an average of 3.000 TL just for adoption. You should also budget an average of 750 TL for veterinary checks and vaccinations. You will also pay 1,000 TL for food, litter box and other accessories.

For the year 2022, the total cost to adopt a Ragdoll cat is 6.000 TL.

As the Kedi Sevgisi family, we have always been against paid cat adoption. Our stance on this issue is clear. We invite you to the humane side of free adoption.

How Much Does a Ragdoll Cat Cost in Istanbul?

The price of paid cats is most curious in the city of Istanbul. Of course, the dense population also plays a big role. The high demand also increases the figures. The price of a Ragdoll cat, which can be 3.000 TL in another city, exceeds 5.000 TL in Istanbul. If you want this, you should also consider the figures. Also note that food, accessories and vet fees will be added to this. This is the end of the article and we welcome your feedback on our Cat Love page. We value your feedback. We wish you a good day.

 

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