The Ragdoll
A beautiful pointed cat with blue eyes
History of the Ragdoll
The Ragdoll is a relatively young cat breed that originated in California, USA, in the 1960s. The breed was founded by Ann Baker, who bred with a white Angora cat named Josephine and various other cats.
The name "Ragdoll" refers to the characteristic of these cats to completely relax when picked up and hang limply like a rag doll.
Breed Standard
Body
- • Large, muscular cat
- • Broad chest
- • Medium-length legs
- • Bushy tail
Coat
- • Silky and medium-length
- • Little undercoat
- • Neck ruff desirable
- • Point pattern
Eyes
- • Large and oval
- • Intense blue
- • Slightly slanted
Colors
- • Seal, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac
- • Red, Cream
- • With/without Tabby (Lynx)
Character of the Ragdoll
Ragdolls are known for their gentle and loving nature. They are very people-oriented and often follow their owners around the house. Their calm and balanced nature makes them ideal family cats.