Q.  What kind of litter do you recommend using?

A.  First, what I DON'T recommend is any kind of "clumping" litter.  It can be dangerous for kittens less than six months of age.  And, there are much better alternatives.  We recommend Swheat Scoop or World's Best Cat Litter. 
We have had the best feedback on these two products.  If neither one is available in your area, then we recommend using a basic, unscented clay litter.

Q.  Is it true that Ragdolls are hypoallergenic?

A.  No.  Ragdolls, due to their passive nature, need to stay indoors and therefore are exposed to less pollen than someone petting a cat that is going in and out of their home.  Also, Ragdolls have a "low shedding" coat and mat very little or usually not at all.  They can commonly have a curiosity with water.  Many Ragdolls actually enjoy being bathed, so long as they have started this process early on, therefore, reducing problems for allergy sufferers.

Q.  Is it okay to declaw my Ragdoll after adoption?

A.  Absolutely not.  If there is any chance that you would consider declawing one of our kittens, then we would advise you to look for a different kind of animal such as a dog for a companion.  The procedure commonly called "declawing" is actually a form of mutilation and is outlawed by almost all other countries.  There are many other options that one can consider.  Of course we recommend having a cat scratching post easily accessible to your kitten(s) at all times.  Also, keeping your kitten's nails trimmed is important.  If you're unsure how to do this yourself, you can always talk to your veterinarian about scheduling a time where he or she can walk you thru the process, and you can then learn to do it properly and safely by yourself.

Q.  What happens if I want to change the food that my kitten is eating?

A.  We recommend feeding your Ragdoll kitten Pro Plan by Purina kitten food until he or she has reached at least one year of age.  If in this time you choose to change the kitten's food, dramatically, it could cause some stomach upset or diarrhea.  What we recommend is a gradual transition, adding a bit more each day, slowly mixing in a little of the new food with their existing food until completely switched over.  This usually takes approximately two weeks.  There are many good foods on the market, but of course we want to see our kittens only eating "premium" quality kitten foods.

Q.  What kind of food and water dishes do you recommend?

A.  Stainless steel or ceramic is preferred.  Please try to avoid using plastic food and water dishes, as they can discolor the muzzle and cause chin acne.

Q.  Is it true that Ragdolls change colors?

A.  Yes and No.  Ragdolls are unique, because they develop their colors very slowly.  They are born all white and slowly begin to develop their color and pattern over the first four weeks of life.  Between four weeks and sixteen weeks their colors will intensify, but are still not a true representation of what their coat will be as an adult.  You will be able to see your cat's full size, weight, and final coat color at between three to four years of age.  It is fascinating to watch the stages and transition.