Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Buying North Carolina Ragdoll Kittens

By Susan White


The long haired felines with the most loving, loyal and gentle personality has earned its name as the Ragdoll. North Carolina Ragdoll kittens are sold by registered breeders who invest the time, money and the effort to raise healthy pets and ensure that the potential owners are overjoyed with their new additions. If you wish to own one of these stunning cats, the next set of tips can help you find a suitable breeder.

When you are prepared to purchase and adopt a Ragdoll kitten, if you are not going to a shelter, ensure that your breeder is certified and reputable. Registered Ragdoll breeders include TICA licensing representative of The International Cat Association where breeders are issued identification numbers to register their litters. It involves a strict set of regulations and practices that a seller must follow to produce well bred kittens.

When looking for specific Ragdolls, the breeder must provide registration and kittens need to have been carefully examined by a qualified veterinarian. Before any new pet is purchased, a thorough health check must be performed by a qualified vet including the provision of vaccinations. Any puppy or kitten sold under 8 weeks of age has not developed a healthy immune system and is highly susceptible to disease.

All reliable and certified sellers will have their Ragdolls thoroughly checked and dewormed before they enter the new home. The aim is to prevent passing any parasites on from the new pets to children and other dogs or cats on the property. The completion of an evaluation can help make the right decision when choosing a pet that is healthy and has not been poorly taken care of.

Learn about backyard breeders and pet mills to avoid supporting these practices. A backyard breeder is not regulated often producing litters for the profits generated an without providing the appropriate conditions to raise healthy animals. Cats are often repeatedly bred, subject to confinement, do not receive vet assistance and may include multiple crossings in past generations.

Ragdolls are among the most attractive felines and should only be purchased from breeders who know what they are doing. Genetics and selecting specific traits in each feline breeding pair can help maintain the strength of the bloodline and ensure that only the strongest kittens are produced. These pets must be provided a comfortable and conducive environment to minimize exposure to disease and compromised health.

Kittens display a thick, soft and plush coat that will not shed in large amounts and prove easy to maintain. All Ragdolls thrive on the regular attention of their owners and will become severely stressed if left alone for most of the day. If you cannot be present, it is best to call on an experienced sitter who can address their needs while you are away.

A registered breeder will deliver healthy and well bred kittens that can easily be introduced into their new home. All pets need to be vaccinated and the personality naturally bold and curious indicative of a well cared for feline. Once you are aware of the factors to look out for and questions to ask, you can find a breeder who is experienced and reputable in the management of Ragdolls.




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