What should I look for in a ragdoll cat?
A Ragdoll cat’s coat should display far more non-matting guard hairs than wooly undercoat. Facial hair should be short and there may be a ruff. The coat’s length may be shorter in warm weather than in cold.
When does a ragdoll become a full grown adult?
Ragdolls are what is known as a “slow-maturing” cat. What this means is that they aren’t considered fully grown adults until age 4. During this time, they can continue to grow in size and you may not minor changes in their pattern. Some have been know to continueto grow even into their 5th year.
What should I do if my ragdoll cat is overweight?
Overweight cats are much more prone to health issues. Extra weight puts stress on the cat’s organs. Kidney and heart problems are best kept at bay, by keeping your kitty at his/her ideal weight. Your vet should also determine how many calories your Raggie should be fed each day, to maintain their best weight.
Is it OK to give Ragdoll free choice of food?
Dry kibble is a source of carbs. This is why many cat owners have a difficult time switching from dry kibble food to a wet canned or raw food diet. Yep, cat’s do prefer kibble when that’s what they have been accustomed to! Most likely, they are addicted! Giving Free Choice of Food – Giving your Ragdoll free choice of food may not be a good idea.
What do you need to know about ragdoll cat weight?
These are weights of my Ragdoll cats: 1 MacIntosh (neutered male) – 18 lb. 2 Bailey (spayed female) – 14 lb. 3 ZeeZee (neutered male) – 13.8 lb. (at 1.5 years of age) 4 Duffy (neutered male) – 12.6 lb. (at 1.5 years of age)
Where do Ragdoll kittens live after you buy them?
We answer the phone after you buy a kitten from us. Our Ragdoll kittens live in our home and are never caged.
Is it bad to feed a ragdoll cat too much?
Too many calories can be equally as harmful to them as underfeeding. Take care not to overfeed your Ragdoll cat. Their sweet faces and hypnotic blue eyes can be hard to resist when they beg for extra treats. Lazy Cat Can = Fat Cat! They are not an overly active cat breed. They do a lot of loafing around.
Dry kibble is a source of carbs. This is why many cat owners have a difficult time switching from dry kibble food to a wet canned or raw food diet. Yep, cat’s do prefer kibble when that’s what they have been accustomed to! Most likely, they are addicted! Giving Free Choice of Food – Giving your Ragdoll free choice of food may not be a good idea.
