Ragdolls are one of the most affectionate and easygoing cat breeds — a perfect choice for families, couples, and anyone looking for a gentle, loyal companion. Here are just a few reasons why Ragdolls make such amazing pets:

1. Gentle and Loving – Ragdolls are known for their calm, sweet nature. They love to be near their people and enjoy spending quiet time together.

2. Affectionate Companions – These cats often follow their owners from room to room and happily curl up in your arms or lap.

3. Famous “Floppy” Personality – True to their name, Ragdolls tend to relax completely when picked up, making them the ultimate cuddle cats.

4. Beautiful and Elegant – Their soft, semi-long coats, striking blue eyes, and pointed coloration make them truly stunning.

5. Great with Children and Pets – Gentle and patient, Ragdolls get along wonderfully with kids, dogs, and other cats.

6. Low Maintenance Grooming – Their silky coat is easy to care for and doesn’t mat easily, requiring only occasional brushing.

7. Quiet and Sweet-Voiced – Ragdolls communicate softly and politely, adding to their calm, endearing personality.

8. Intelligent and Curious – They’re quick learners who love routines, toys, and even games like fetch.

9. Adaptable to Any Home – Whether you live in an apartment or a house, Ragdolls thrive indoors as long as they have love and attention.

10. Loyal and Devoted – Ragdolls form deep emotional bonds with their families, offering unconditional affection and companionship.

Even though our female kittens are as friendly and loving as the males, choosing the right sex for particular circumstances is important.

Ask yourself these questions:

• Do I work full-time?

• Do I have children?

• Do I have other cats?

• Do I have dogs or other pets?

• Is my home an active household?

• Do you travel and take your pet with you?

If you have answered “Yes” to any of these questions, a male cat would most likely suit you best. A male cat is a little less cautious and would handle stress much better than a female.

If you are a quiet person, have a quiet household, or feel you identify with a female disposition then by all means choose a female as your companion. Female cats are generally kind, loving, and sensitive. If you want to spend time making sure everything is done in an orderly manner, and on time, you would most likely enjoy a female cat.

Taking your kitten home is always a fun and exciting time. However, for your new kitten, it might be a little stressful. Leaving their littermates and familiar surroundings to go to a new home can be hard. Don’t worry after taking the right steps your new kitten will be happy in no time.

When you bring your new kitten home it is best to put them into a small room like a bedroom or bathroom where they can feel safe. Keep your kitten in this small room for at least 7 days to allow them to feel secure and to get used to their new surroundings. Your kitten doesn’t need a lot of space to run and play at first. What they really need is the security of a small room. Make sure to place food, water, a litter box, and a scratching post in the small room. If your kitten is very social, and some are more outgoing than others, you may carry them around the house with you. This will allow them to look around but still be secure in your arms. Try and refrain from doing this until the 3rd or 4th day home with you.

During these 7 days make sure to spend a lot of time with your kitten. If you have kids, allowing them to spend time with the kitten will allow the kitten to get used to them. Ask the kids to be calm and quiet during these visits for loud noises and a lot of movement might scare the kitten. After this 7-day period, you may allow your kitten to venture out on their own. They will be inclined to follow you and stay by you until they feel more secure in this bigger environment.

If you have another cat, by the time you open the door on day 7, the new kitten and other cats will have already been acquainted by smelling each other under the door. Older cats may hiss at the new kitten and/or at you because they are frightened by the strange new smell of the kitten. They are not hissing at the new kitten or you but at the unfamiliar smell. If you realize this, you might think that your other cat is jealous of the new kitten. However, this is a myth that many believe to be not true. The resident cat is just not identifying with the new smell. In 7 days they will have gotten used to the odor of the new kitten. When you open the door to let the kitten venture out it should be without incident but watch them just in case.

If you have a dog, allow your dog to smell the new kitten from under the door to allow them to become acclimated to the new smell. Do not allow your dog to chase the kitten for this will scare the kitten. Putting the kitten’s food up at a higher level where the dog cannot reach it will make the kitten feel safer. Also, give the kitten plenty of high places where they can sit and nap. One aspect that you need to watch out for if you have a dog, is that your dog may be a carrier of diseases and viruses. What does this mean? This means that your dog can carry a disease or virus that may not affect your dog, but your dog can transfer that disease or virus to the kitten, making them sick.

From Lapdolls Ragdoll Cattery

Bringing home a new kitten is exciting, but proper introduction to your resident cat is key to a smooth and peaceful transition. Here’s a step-by-step guide we recommend for all our families:

1. Prepare a Separate Safe Room

Set up a quiet room just for your new kitten:

• Litter box

• Food & water bowls

• Toys and bed

• Scratching post

Let your kitten adjust for the first 2–3 days. This is important for:

• Stress recovery after travel

• Gradual scent exchange

• Health observation

2. Scent Introduction (First 2–4 Days)

Before they meet face-to-face, help them get used to each other’s smell:

• Rub both cats with the same soft towel or blanket

• Swap their bedding

• Allow your resident cat to sniff under the kitten’s door

3. Visual Introduction

After 3–5 days of calm behavior:

• Use a cracked door, baby gate, or carrier to allow a short visual interaction

• Watch body language (calm tail, relaxed ears = good signs)

• Keep sessions short and positive

4. Supervised Face-to-Face Meetings

Once they seem curious and calm:

• Allow short, supervised visits in a neutral area

• Keep first sessions under 10 minutes

• Don’t force interaction — let them set the pace

• If one cat hisses, growls, or swats, calmly separate and try again later

Repeat 1–2 times daily, gradually increasing time together.

5. Monitor and Adjust

Most Ragdolls adjust well within 1–2 weeks, but every cat is unique. Most of our kittens feel comfortable at new home by end of the first day . Look for:

• Gentle play or mutual grooming = bonding!

• Occasional hissing = normal at first

• Prolonged aggression or fear = slow down the process

Always give both cats equal attention to avoid jealousy.

Final Tips from Lapdolls:

• Don’t rush — slow and calm introductions lead to lifelong friendships

• Use pheromone diffusers (like Feliway) to reduce stress

• Provide multiple litter boxes and feeding stations at first

Naming your Ragdoll kitten is one of the most joyful parts of welcoming them home. Their gentle nature, bright blue eyes, and loving personality inspire so many beautiful name ideas. Some families choose soft and elegant names like Luna, Bella, or Milo, while others prefer playful ones like Mocha, Blue, or Whiskers. You can also name your kitten after their color pattern — Snow, Coco, or Shadow are popular choices. Whatever you choose, the best name is the one that feels special to you and fits your kitten’s sweet personality.

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In order to prevent excessive shedding, matting, and hairballs, you will need to brush your ragdoll’s fur. We recommend brushing out your kitty's hair once per week using a wide-toothed steel comb and slicker brush paying close attention to underarms, behind ears, and their neck ruff as these tend to be the most common areas for mats to form. We have begun the grooming rituals early with our kittens, many very much enjoy this time and purr or kiss throughout their grooming. If the fur is matted, be very gentle when brushing. If your kitty does get mats you can clear the mats a little every day, just use steel, wide-toothed comb and separate the hair little by little.

Nail trimming is a good idea if you want to avoid those occasional scratches. Trimming nails also helps reduce tearing, splitting, and infections in overgrown claws. You need to observe the nails carefully, you will find a pink patch running through the nail. This patch indicates the nerve endings of the cat. You need to avoid these pink patches and cut the nail halfway between the pink and where the nail ends at a point. If you cut off the nerve endings you will hurt your cat leading to bleeding, pain, and possible infection.

Cats sometimes need a little extra help eliminating hairballs. One option for relief is a product called hairball paste. Basic use instructions are to wipe the paste on the top side of your cat's paw. The cat will then lick their paw clean. Do this once a day for three to five days in a row. Different manufacturers may have different product instructions for use, so make sure that you read and follow the use instructions that are specific to the product you are using.

Cat furniture is highly recommended. Our kittens use this furniture for sleeping, playing, and mostly scratching on. They already are trained that this is where the fun and scratching should mainly be done. If you do not have the proper cat furniture for your kitten when it comes home, it will feel insecure and will be looking for a substitute for playing and scratching. They also need a place to climb up and down. Many cat owners don’t realize that cats like to be up in high places. If you provide your kitten with this, it is easier to train them to stay off your kitchen tables and counters. It is a natural instinct for the cats to find the highest spot possible to look down on everything. Make it fun and easy for them.

Kittens and cats really enjoy the cardboard scratching pads. They are not only beautiful but very useful and can save your furniture.

Step 1 – Submit an Adoption Form If you’d like to adopt a Ragdoll kitten from Lapdolls, please start by filling out our Adoption Form. We’d love to know what kind of kitten you’re looking for and what you expect from your future furry friend. Step 2 – Review the Adoption Agreement Once we receive your form, we’ll send you our Adoption Agreement to review before moving forward. Step 3 – Complete the Deposit Form We’ll send you a Deposit Form via DocuSign for your convenience. Step 4 – Reserve Your Kitten A $500 deposit (sent via Zelle) secures your kitten. The remaining balance will be due on pickup day. Step 5 – Get Ready for Your Kitten’s Arrival Before bringing your kitten home, make sure you’re prepared: ✔️ Purchase quality cat food ✔️ Set up a litter box and litter ✔️ Provide scratching posts or cardboard scratchers ✔️ Schedule your pickup day ✔️ Book a vet appointment for a wellness check