Ragdoll Cats

Ragdoll cats are an extremely laid-back breed that originated in (surprise) California.   They tend to relax when held (hence, their name).  These large cats have a medium-long, non-matting coat with a soft texture like rabbit fur.  They are pointed in color (like the Himalayan or Siamese).  Males weigh an average of 12-20 pounds as adults, although some may grow to be larger.  Females weigh about 10-15 pounds on average. 

These photos are of "Beast", my sister's Ragdoll.  Whenever I visit, he's my buddy (he knows a sucker when he sees one).

Such pretty blue eyes!  How can you say "no" to this face?

As you can see, Beast has no shame.  This is his favorite feet-in-the-air position on my lap.

Ragdolls are best trained with rewards.  My sister reports that they are so easy-going that the concept of punishment is foreign to them.  Beast doesn't connect being sprayed with the water bottle with the fact that he was eating mom's houseplant.

For more information, visit the Ragdoll FAQ page.