6 Things to Consider When Buying a Ragdoll Kitten
What you are about to read can save you a lot
distress. Purchasing a Ragdoll kitten, even from a breeder, can
be a minefield. Here are 6 things to look for when
go to a breeder for a ragdoll kitten.
Ragdoll cats are one of the most popular breeds in the
moment. There’s a good reason for that. The ragdoll cat is
loving and a pleasure to be around. but really
you have to be careful where you buy your kitten
because not all breeders are the same and you are not
wants to end up with a kitten that has health problems.
1. Ask your breeder if the kitten is a purebred Ragdoll.
It may seem like a silly question, but it’s something.
you really need to know Some breeders interbreed
the Ragdoll with other races to get new colors
and Patterns A Ragdoll cat is only considered a
fullbreed when its four generations come from any cross.
2. If a breeder asks for a much lower price than most
others in the area, ask why.
The breeder may be taking shortcuts and not
telling you the whole story. It’s a shame, but you have to be
lurking It could be something as simple as them
trying to attract more customers, or have more kittens
this year than expected, but you should ask everyone the question
the same.
3. Is the kitten 12 weeks or older?
If you want a well-adjusted kitty then it is essential that
you wait until the kitten is at least 12 weeks old. East
gives the breeder the opportunity to socialize the kitten, such as
all good breeders will know how to do it. Besides this
the kitten’s immune system will be much stronger. Make sure
that the kitten has had at least one of its vaccinations. to direct
free from any breeder offering 8 week old kittens. If they
they are doing this is to save cost as a kitten grows
especially fast in time between 8-12 weeks. you are a lot
better wait to get your ragdoll. it will be easier for
you, and easier for them.
4. Get a guarantee and health contract.
Never buy a kitten without a guarantee of health and contract.
This protects you and the breeder. Remember to read the
contract carefully. Don’t just take their word for it. HAS
breeder will be more than happy to sign a contract if
they are confident that their breeding stock are disease free. Do
sure it is at least a two year warranty, as some defects
don’t show up until the cat is fully grown.
5. Visit the hatchery.
If possible, you should visit the hatchery and see
the conditions in which cats are raised. There are many
Things to look for: General cleanliness; if the males
and the females are separated to avoid inbreeding; are the
cats with kittens separated from other cats? Single
Make sure the cats are not also separate. If they
they seem to get by with a minimum of humans
contact this can be just as bad. they will be nervous
strangers and you don’t want that.
6. Make sure the kitten is socialized.
If the kitten escapes from the humans, then there is a good
possibility that it has not been socialized. This will make for a
nervous kitty and maybe even a nervous or neurotic cat when
the ragdoll cat grows up. If you buy a kitten that is not
socialized it will be difficult for them to move… and even
harder with you
A Ragdoll cat is one of the most beautiful and affectionate cats.
you can buy. When you go to a cat breeder, you should
be aware of pitfalls, so you and your new kitty
be happy.