Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Understand The Benefits Of Owning TICA Registered Ragdoll Kittens

By Stacey Burt


The largest cat registry worldwide is The International Cat Association. Also known as TICA, having a cat that is registered with this organization is the dream of many cat fanciers. For those seeking the lovable Ragdoll, securing a kitten whose ancestors are part of the genetic record is a prestigious and committed decision.

These are a popular breed of cats. Families with children and pets look for TICA registered Ragdoll kittens because of their adaptability. The large, soft kitties calmly play with kids and dogs. Learning what might be currently available for purchase can be easily accomplished at an online website. The established catteries post histories of their accomplished award winners and photo galleries of available new kittens. They seek to maintain highest standards for breeding and educating families about how to care for the precious Rags.

Because Ragdolls flop over loving arms when held, they earned their name from the old fashioned soft playthings. Floppy pets have been known to allow dress up play, being dragged onto laps, and being carried around the house by little ones. They are simply calm and good natured animals.

For anyone who adores petting a soft coat of fur, the extreme softness of Rags is pretty irresistible. Though not completely a short hair, the moderate length really only needs basic brushing and some extra pick up of loose fur when these cats shed, about two times each year. Fall and spring are the two seasons when extra, but easy, clean up is necessary. A damp cloth is pretty much all that is required, and they do not generally lose much fur.

The three variations of Ragdolls are recognized by TICA. These include mitted, colorpoint and bicolor. Mitts have white paws. Colorpoints have matching colors on ears, paws, face mask, and tails, resembling Siamese. Bicolors have large areas of white on backs, stomachs, legs and in a V shape on the face. Breeders warn that buyers should not purchase any dolls called rare or newly developed, because these are considered inferior and are not recognized by standard cat fanciers associations.

These are not small adults. Females can grow to anywhere from ten to fifteen pounds. The larger males often weigh in at fifteen to twenty pounds. In other varieties of cats this would be considered overweight. But the strong bones and long bodies of Rags allow them to hold more weight beautifully.

Their round faces and lovely blue eyes give them healthy and intelligent glances. Their breeders work hard to ensure the best food and growing environments are provided. This may mean that they are socialized from a very young age by roaming freely throughout the cattery, playing with other cats and people. They generally receive all necessary veterinarian checks and vaccinations, plus genetic tests before they can be adopted into their forever homes.

When children are part of the home, a TICA Ragdoll kitten is a wonderful choice. Families find that these friendly cats do well with the hustle and bustle normally found in homes. Contacting an established cattery is the best way to learn about ways that one of these large, yet soft, living dolls might become part of a welcoming home. Look online for top breeders carrying logos on their Internet websites that establish their membership and relationship with standard registries. Consulting these experts will bring assurance that a healthy happy kitty comes to its new home.




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