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Tips, guides, and stories about Ragdoll cats from our family to yours.
Breed Guide
Ragdoll Colors and Patterns: How to Tell Them Apart
Mitted, bicolor, or colorpoint? Seal or blue? A visual guide using photos of our own kittens.
Health & Genetics
What HCM and PKD Testing Actually Rules Out
Every breeder lists these acronyms. Here is what the tests cover, and what they cannot tell you.
Breed Guide
How to Choose a Ragdoll Breeder You Can Trust
What to look for (and what to avoid) when searching for a reputable Ragdoll cattery in the Pacific Northwest.
Adoption Logistics
Flying a Kitten Home: Nannies, Paperwork, and Real Costs
Flight nanny pricing, health certificate rules, and the rabies timing problem nobody mentions.
Kitten Care
Your Ragdoll Kitten's First Week Home — What to Expect
A day-by-day guide to helping your new Ragdoll kitten settle in safely and happily.
Planning
What a Ragdoll Kitten Really Costs in the First Year
Setup, food, vet care, insurance, and the costs people forget to budget for.
Breed Guide
Ragdoll vs. Other Breeds — Why Families Choose Ragdolls
How Ragdolls compare to Maine Coons, Birmans, and Persians for family life.