Where can I find a lost ragdoll cat?
These are the latest missing ragdolls that have been added to our cat lost register for ragdolls. Click on any of the list below to view the cat listing. To view the cat listings with photographs, please see our comprehensive Lost Cat Register.
Is there such a thing as a deaf Ragdoll?
This myth comes from an association with their blue eyes. Deafness is more common in cats with blue eyes; however, this is true mostly for pure white cats. Ragdolls come in a variety of colours and do not have the same mutation as the pure white cats.
Where did the Ragdoll cat come from and why?
They originated in the United States of America from different breeds such as the Persian, Siamese and Birmese. In recent decades, these felines have become very popular as pets largely due to their remarkable physical beauty and temperate behavior.
What kind of heart disease does a ragdoll have?
Feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is the most common cardiac disease in domestic cats, but is a particular worry to some breeds such as the Ragdoll cat. It is characterized by the thickening of the myocardial mass of the left ventricle, leading to a reduction in the volume of the cardiac chamber in the heart.
How old was ragdoll cat when he died?
I found out that the average lifespan of a Ragdoll is 9-15 years. Of course, with Rags being 14, I wasn’t crazy about reading that! Of course, Rags died at 19.5 years old, so he helped that average grow a little bit.
Are there any health risks with a ragdoll cat?
Since Ragdolls have an extremely mellow disposition, they do not possess the fighting instincts of other cat breeds and therefore should not be left to roam outside. Usually, most Ragdoll lines are free of most major health risks. Ragdolls are normally a good breed for lower health risks. Ragdolls are also a great breed for children.
What was the name of the cat that just died?
You’d been taking her to the vet regularly, she was an indoor-only cat, and you clearly were very aware of and cared deeply about her health and happiness. Dahlia:From your description of her white gums, it sounds like Zoe had lost a lot of blood.
Where can I get a ragdoll cat rescue?
There is no one go-to place for Ragdoll cat rescue, but there are a variety of smaller or regional organizations that specialize in Ragdolls to look into, or you can go for more general options like shelters. If you are looking at local shelters, be aware that Ragdolls are often mistakenly grouped under Himalayan and/or Siamese.
