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Adding TICA Registered Ragdoll Kittens To Your Family?

By Helen Young


Most people enjoy pets and love having them in their homes. Kittens are one of the favored domestic animals because they are usually independent and easy to care for. Some people visit pet stores, shelters, or answer classified ads to find just the right feline. For several reasons other people look to pure breeds, such as TICA registered ragdoll kittens, when they decide to purchase an new pet. They may want to show the animals or just add them to their families. Whichever type of cat lover you are, there are some important issues you need to think about before a purchase.

The International Cat Association has very specific requirements that must be met in order for any animal to be registered with it. If you are looking for a show quality kitten, you should probably select a breeder from one on the association's approved list. This is the surest way to avoid problems with its pedigree later on.

Ragdolls are beautiful cats with distinctive markings, blue eyes, and easy dispositions. They have a reputation for being gentle and will often follow their favorite humans from room to room. One of the characteristics that fascinate cat lovers is their tendency to go completely limp when relaxed and comfortable in someone's arms. These animals generally are perfectly willing to blend in with pets already in the home.

Before you buy any animal, you should carefully consider whether your home environment and lifestyle are conducive to creating a safe and suitable setting for them. If you have children too young to understand the care and maintenance required of pets, you may decide to wait until they have had a chance to mature before introducing an animal into your home.

Your and your family probably have rules of household conduct that everyone is supposed to follow. It is no different for a pet. You new feline will have to learn what is and what is not acceptable behavior. Litter box use is a must, and it should be an easy thing to teach a kitten what you expect. Initially you can limit where the cat is allowed to roam and gradually widen its horizons as it gets used to its surroundings.

Not every cat is a candidate for professional showings. Only those with the right personality traits will succeed in this type of arena. The International Cat Association can be helpful as you decide the future of your new feline.

Strangers, noises, unfamiliar smells, bright lights, and traveling can be very upsetting if the animal is not adept at handling such situations. You will have to decide before you get into the business of registering for shows, and going to the expense that entails, whether or not your unique animal is right for it. You may want to try out a small local show to see how your cat responds to cat show demands.

Whether you are looking for a feline for show purposes, to simply live quietly in your home, or both, a ragdoll can be a great choice. One of these large, gentle animals can be a great addition to your family and will probably become your friend for life.




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