Ragdoll Cats

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The "puppy cats" as Ragdolls 

Ragdolls trademark traits:

• Gentle, relaxed temperament
• Welcomes children and family dogs
• Fascinated by water
• Nicknamed “puppy cats” for their devotion to their owners

What they are like to live with?

They enjoy trotting along side members of the house and retrieving tossed paper wads. They enjoy activity more at ground level than some breeds who prefer surveying from high perches.

Be aware that your Ragdoll may join you in the shower or bathtub as they are highly intrigued by the sound of water.

Their super sweet, trusting nature can put them in danger. This breed should never be allowed outdoors without supervision.

Things you should know

The Ragdoll is on a fast track in popularity. It ranks second only to the Bengal in The International Cat Association and sixth in the Cat Fanciers Association.

This breed is slow to grow, taking up to four years to reach full physical maturity.

Its face features innocent-looking blue eyes, wide-set ears, a well-defined chin, and wedge-shaped head.

The body is sturdy, sporting a medium- to large-size frame, substantial muscles and bones and a characteristic fatty pad tucked under the abdomen.

Ragdoll kittens are also born white, but some slowly develop light-colored coats with Siamese-like darker points.

The Ragdoll offers a beautiful look of elegance with the benefits of a non-matting, low-shedding coat that feels soft and silky. Just run a steel comb one or two times a week to remove loose hairs and keep the coat looking its best.
 
Weight:  Male: 15-20 pounds  Female: 12-15 pounds

History

A Persian cat breeder named Ann Baker is touted for creating this breed in the 1960s. She bred a neighbor’s longhaired white cat named Josephine with male Siamese and Persians she owned at her Riverside, Calif. home. The result produced sweet tempered kittens with non-matting coats.

This breed garnered its named from the popular myth that they go completely limp when picked up – just like a rag doll.

Ragdolls compete for championship status in all major cat registries except for the Cat Fanciers Association. Since 1993, the CFA has granted Ragdolls to compete only in the miscellaneous class.

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British Longhair Cats

The lovable British Longhair Cats

Description:

The British Longhair cat breed, also called the Lowlander cat breed, is the fulfillment of a dream among cat fanciers: to once again have a native longhaired cat breed, after the traditional longhaired British cat breed, the Persian cat breed, developed into a very different feline. Today, though still not a hugely popular cat breed, these cats are beloved for their pleasant tempers.

Personality:

They are known as easy to get along with, and generally not so loud. While not extremely playful, they are generally able to have fun and find things to do. They can also be affectionate with people and other cats.

Physical Description:

• Head: round and broad
• Ears: short
• Eyes: round, big
• Body: medium-sized with broad chests
• Legs: short
• Paws: round
• Tail: short and thick

Generally, British Longhair cats have the same physical characteristics as British Shorthair cats, with the only difference in fur length. Thus, British Longhairs have long fur. The further description of Lowlanders resembles the British Shorthair pretty much. They also have a broad chest and a short, muscled back. Their building looks stocky and sturdy. The paws are short with round feet. The tail is thick and either short or average in length. Chubby cheeks make their head look more round; the short, thick and muscled neck complements this overall round look. The chin is well developed and solid. British Longhairs have short, widely set ears. The eyes are large and round, as well as the head. Their colour depends on the colouration. The nose looks short and wide.

Males weigh 5 to 10 kg

females weigh up to 5-7 kg.

Temperament:

As well as British Shorthairs, Lowlanders are affectionate and adaptable cats. They have a soft temperament and are usually friendly. Lowlander kittens are as playful as kittens of other breeds until they are around one or two years old. This means that adult Lowlanders do not strive for being in the centre of attention; they are less active than, for example, the Bengal or Abyssinian. However, British Longhairs do have a character of their own: if they don't like something, they will unambiguously let you know about it.

Health:

 Lowlanders are generally healthy. But, as well as British Longhairs, can be prone to obesity if neutered or kept as indoor cats only.

History:

The British Longhair cat breed brings a native long-haired cat breed back to Britain. The original British longhaired cats were cross-bred with foreign longhair cats. The result, was, arguably the Persian, which grew in size over the course of the early twentieth century, developing longer and thicker fur, until it no longer resembled the original longhaired British cats. In fact, when a shorthaired Persian cat breed, called the Exotic Shorthair, was developed, it no longer resembled the British Shorthair. So, cat fanciers decided to go back to their roots and create a breed of cat that resembled the classic British type of short-haired cat.



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Persian Cats

Precious Cat breed--->Persian Cats

Persian Origins:

The Persian cat was once traded for goods and valued for its beauty and temperament, aiding the beautiful, longhaired cat’s journey across the world. The breed is thought to have originated in Persia, known today as Iran, but there are also hieroglyphics on pyramid walls that resemble the Persian cat. Today, it is the most popular breed of cat and is easily recognized, highly sought after, and greatly treasured by those who are fortunate enough to be owned one.

The most common characteristics of the Persian cat are:

Long, soft hair

Strong, cobby build

Large, expressive eyes

Chubby cheeks

High nose, which creates the “smushy” face type

Low, rounded ears

Wide, round head 

They come in a wide range of colors that the Cat Fancier’s Association has broken down into different divisions for registration and show.  

The different color categories of Persians are:

Solid Color

Silver and Golden

Shaded and Smoke

Tabby Division

Particolor

Bicolor

Persian Temperament:

The Persian is as well known for its temperament as for its beauty. They make wonderful family pets because they adapt so easily to their environment. Their cobby body style keeps them from high jumping (usually). This breed is the most calm and docile of all cat breeds but is also loving and affectionate, though they don’t demand your undivided attention and aren’t the pushy sort. Persians aren’t a very vocal breed and tend to be fairly quiet, though I find my Himalayans quite chatty. Persians tend to be accepting of other animals in the family.

Grooming Persians

 The fact that the Persian requires a large amount of grooming hasn’t affected their popularity, though if you adopt a Persian, you have to be willing to do daily brushing and face washing and give your cat a monthly bath. Many people who love the breed but aren’t interested in the amount of grooming it takes, or who suffer from allergies but still long for a Persian companion, opt for the lion cut for their feline friend. Even with the lion cut, your Persian will still need eye care and monthly baths. The Persian is not a low-maintenance breed! Your Persian must be an indoor pet!

The Himalayan, a color pointed Persian, was created by breeding the Persian to the Siamese, which made for a coat that is easier to care for. Himalayans aren’t quite as prone to matting and require less brushing, though a daily comb-thru is a good idea. The Exotic Persian has thick, plush fur that is much easier to maintain.

Persian Health:

The Persian is a hardy, healthy breed of cat. Some of the more extreme-faced cats may have some respiratory problems and are prone to more tearing than Persians with a lower nose. Many Himalayan breeders also breed specifically for the doll face cat, which has a lower nose, decreasing tearing. You can also find doll face Persians.

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Himalayan Cats

Himalayan/ Color point Persian

History:

The Himalayan breed was started in 1930 by Dr. Clyde Keller, from The Harvard Medical School, and Virginia Cobb of Newton Cattery. They started out by breeding Siamese cats with Persian cats, trying to develop a long-haired, Persian-bodied cat with the color-points of the Siamese. They bred and crossbred until "Newton's Debutante" was born. This cat was the first cat recognized as beginning the Himalayan Breed.

The breed was accepted by CFA in 1957 as a breed standard, and in the 1980's it was merged with the Persian breed, listing them as a color variation of a Persian instead of a totally different breed. Now in order to breed CFA registered Himalayans, you must have a CFA Registered Persian and/or Himalayan for both the sire and the dam. No Siamese are allowed in the breeding line.

Characteristics that mark the Himalayan are:
    * Beautiful long hair
    * Vivid blue eyes
    * Color point pattern, which includes color on their face, ears, paws, and
       tail.
    * Large, expressive eyes
    * Chubby cheeks
    * Small, rounded ears set wide apart
    * Cobby body

Himalayan Temperament: Attentive and Social

According to Animal Planet's ratings of Himalayan cat characteristics, Himalayans rank high in affection toward their owners, need for attention, and compatibility with children and other pets. Himalayans are outgoing, yet will sometimes slyly sit back and observe a situation before approaching.

The pet Himalayan is intrigued by guests and not shy about planting himself in the center of a party or social gathering. However, the pet Himalayan’s heart belongs to its owner and he is dependent on him for reassurance and security.

There are two health issues associated with Himalayans, both stemming from the extreme flat "pug" face that is so treasured by the show breeders right now. This subjects the cats to major breathing problems along with watery eyes. The shortened breathing tube makes it difficult for some of the cats to get good breath, and the tear ducts become compressed, causing the eyes to leak almost continuously.

These are not usually life-threatening problems. However, if you are thinking of buying or rescuing a Himalayan, the fact that their eyes and noses need to be wiped daily is something you need to be aware of. It becomes a part of the routine, just like combing and brushing their fur. It's just part and parcel of the breed.

Life Span: Can reach 15 years.  








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