Ragdoll Cats

Training Your Ragdoll Kitten

August 26, 2010

Now that you have this cute little bundle of fur, teeth, and claws known as a Ragdoll kitten, training him or her not to tear up your home is probably pretty high on your to-do list. Here are tips to help you break in this furry new member of your family. It is important to [...]

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Ragdoll Cat Controversy

August 23, 2010

The Ragdoll cat breed has been shrouded in controversy since Ann Baker started breeding the cats in the 60s. Much of this controversy traces back to Ann Baker herself and the wild stories she told about her cats. The claims range from the ridiculous to the obscure; here is list of common Ragdoll myths. Ragdoll [...]

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Ragdoll Cat Health Problems

August 20, 2010

There are a number of health problems that cats suffer. Some of these conditions can be prevented; however, some are inherited from your cat’s parents and passed down from one generation to the next. Hairballs Hairballs are the most common cat health problem. Your Ragdoll cat grooms itself by licking its fur. By grooming with [...]

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Get Your Ragdoll Cat a Checkup

August 17, 2010

It is important to have your Ragdoll cat checked out by your veterinarian once every year. Even if your cat is not scheduled for a booster shots that year it is a good idea to have your veterinarian examine your cat and check a stool sample. When you go in for the examination take a [...]

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Ringworm and Your Ragdoll Cat

August 14, 2010

Ringworm is a common skin ailment for cats. Despite being called ringworm, this is actually a fungus, not a worm. Ringworm gets its name from the ring like pattern the infection forms. The fungus responsible are called Dermatophytes and feed off dead, keratinized tissue at the surface of the skin. Ringworm in cats is most [...]

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