Friday, December 26, 2014

Understand The Benefits Of Owning TICA Registered Ragdoll Kittens

By Stacey Burt


Cat fanciers know that purchasing a kitten registered through The International Cat Association is a step toward better quality. The largest on the Earth, known as TICA, the genetic heritage of established breeds is maintained through the work of this organization. Anyone looking for a high quality Ragdoll would do well to search first here.

There is much to like about these friendly cats. TICA registered Ragdoll kittens are often sought out by families with children or dogs. The large kitties are so calm that they play easily with both. Taking a visual tour of an online cattery website is a good way to see what is currently available for sale. Most established businesses have photo galleries of kittens sold in the past, and those available for sale. Their Internet sites help to visually establish standards for the highest quality cats. A wealth of detailed information for visiting, purchasing, delivering and maintaining a new pet are all part of the things new owners need to know and available on reputable sites.

They get their name from their tendency to flop, much like a soft doll, over the arms of their owner while carried. Children are known to carry a floppy pet from room to room, or to play dress up with these lovable pets. Flopped over arms during all kinds of play times, calmness and acceptance are part of their nature.

Very much like soft rabbits, Rags have fluffy coats that do not need much care. They should have their undersides brushed regularly to avoid matting, but they actually only shed twice a year.

There are three kinds of Ragdoll kittens. The mitted variety has white front paws. The colorpoint has the classic colored ears, mask, paws and tails of this famous Siamese. Bicolor Rags have areas of white in larger amounts on their legs, stomachs and backs, including a distinct V inverted on their faces. Avoiding buying from anyone who claims to have a newly developed or rare color is best. There are only three classic colorings recognized by the standard registry associations. Variations are generally considered to be inferior and are not accepted.

Dolls will grow up to be very large and floppy rags, indeed. Males will be almost twenty pounds in many cases, and females can be as large as fifteen. While other breeds would be overweight if allowed to grow this large, this breed has long legs and bodies that accommodate their greater weight with grace.

The rounder faces and clear blue eyes give them an intelligent, pleasing appearance. Breeders keep them healthy by providing excellent veterinarian care, high quality food, genetic strengths testing and lots of love. Socialization with humans is encouraged by allowing the cats to roam freely within the cattery home. Participation in shows ensures excellence, while never caging their animals as they grow allows them to be more loving. Breeders work hard to ensure that their kittens do not have feline diseases and are up to date on their vaccinations.

Purchasing a Ragdoll that has been registered with TICA is an excellent choice when a child is present in the home. These large and loving cats tend to fit into busy families very well. Contact a TICA cattery to discuss options for bringing one of these casual friends home. It is easy to find an excellent breeder online. Those that are registered generally have websites carrying the logo for the organization.




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