Ragdoll Cat Rescue...
Where and how you can help the Ragdoll Cat Rescue mission
Ragdoll cat rescue missions are happening all over the United States and the world. It's very important to help get these beautiful cats out of the shelters and into loving homes. When looking to rescue a ragdoll kitten or cat, you can ask the shelter if the cat is a registered Ragdoll if you only want a purebred ragdoll cat breed.
There are great places to start looking for ragdoll cats for sale... Here is a good list I found of places you can expand your knowledge before and after you adopt a ragdoll cat.
- Ragdoll Cat Rescue
A list of ragdoll cats and 'look alikes' that are up for adoption, this is a good place to start. - Ragdoll Rescue Group
A free yahoo ragdoll cat rescue group you can join and get email notifications on available ragdoll cats for adoption. - Ragdoll cats for sale
Petfinder.com has a great service, you can do a search for any pet, by breed and location which gives you cats for sale in your area! great service. - Purebred adoption information
The adoption of a purebred cat is a process and you can find great help at this website. Everything from purebred cat rescue communities to the adoption process is covered, plus if you want to start your own recue, and be affiliated with the best community and breeders - you can find information about that here.
Ragdoll cats are such beautiful cats that it can be a great pleasure in helping to rescue one of these gorgeous creatures. You do have to be aware of some pitfalls when going through a cat breeder to find a ragdoll cat for sale.
When thinking of getting into a ragdoll cat rescue effort, always go and see where this kitten or cat has grown up. Make sure it was a clean place and that it interacted gracefully with other cats and other humans. Don't be afraid to ask questions about the breed, and if the cat you're interested in is a purebred or not. The breeder or seller should be able to give you detailed information about a specific cat.
If it seems to you that you're not getting the full story from the seller, it's usually a priority to send these cats to a home even if it means cutting some corners... At this point, it is up to you to decide how important this information is to your adoption efforts.
Extra Ragdoll information
Ragdoll Cat Breed
The Ragdoll cat breed has an unusual history. According to one story, aliens brought this cat here; a cat that gets its name from the way it goes limp like a Ragdoll when you pick one up. The Ragdoll cat breed originated in Riverside, California in the 1960s; the breed was founded by an eccentric woman named Ann Baker. The very first Ragdoll cat was... read more
The Ragdoll Cat - A Closer Look
The Ragdoll does not come in a wide range of colors and patterns. In fact, there are actually only four colors accepted by the Cat Fancier's Association, Seal, Chocolate, Blue, and Lilac. You can find these colors in pointed, mitted, or bicolor patterns, but some breeders avoid mitted cats because they look too much like the breed's Birman ancestors... read more
Buying Ragdoll Cats - 6 Things To Look Out For When Buying A Ragdoll Kitten
What you are about to read may save you a lot of heartache. Buying a Ragdoll Kitten, even from a breeder, can be a minefield. Here are 6 things you should look for when going to a breeder for a Ragdoll kitten... read more
Books on Ragdoll Cats worth reading
A Classic Ben Harper Book on Ragdoll Cat Secrets - This was written by an actual veterinarian who uses only his first hand knowledge to bring you a very informative book on Ragdoll Cats. check it out here.
The Complete Ragdoll Keepers Handbook by Drew Pilton - A very comprehensive book on ragdoll cats, leaving almost no stone unturned. This book will add much value to beginner kitty ragdoll owners, and just as much value to long-time Ragdoll lovers who always want to know more. check it out here
