Ragdoll Cat Breeders
Aug 15th, 2006 by Rob
Ragdoll cats are an extremely popular breed and there are breeders in nearly every State in the country. If you do not have a breeder in your area many will ship kittens to you through the airlines. If you are shopping for a kitten you will want to screen potential breeders to ensure the kitten you receive is healthy. Ask to see the kitten’s parents. The father may not belong to the breeder; however, make sure you see the kitten’s mother and littermates.
Ask to see your kitten’s pedigree. The breeder should be able to provide the kitten’s lineage going back several generations. A reputable Ragdoll Breeder will proudly share their cat’s lineage, possibly going back all the way to Josephine. Make sure the breeder gives you a health guarantee for the kitten, and you get this guarantee in writing. All reputable breeders sell their kittens on a contract. Make sure you understand your responsibilities and carefully read the entire document. The contract may require that you spay or neuter the cat and do not de-claw the Ragdoll.
Reputable breeders will scrutinize you as much as you scrutinize their cats and kittens. If the breeder is offering kittens at extremely low prices and does not seem interested in how the kittens will be cared for, consider it a warning sign that there may be problems with the cats that you are unaware of.