Are ragamuffin cats rare?

How did the Ragdoll Ragamuffin get its name?

RagaMuffin History. One can trace this breed’s ancestry back to Josephine, the Ragdoll original cat from the 1960s. This spin-off breed earned the name, RagaMuffin in the 1990s by breeders who split from the Ragdoll group when they felt their cats were treated like street orphans.

Is there a raga-Muffin breed?

This group later established the Raga-muffin breed. Because Baker owned the rights to the name “Rag-doll”, no offshoot groups were legally able to call their cats Ragdolls until 2005, when the trademark on “Rag-doll” was not renewed. The largest international Rag-doll breed club is the Rag-doll Fanciers’ Club International (RFCI).

What kind of cat is Ragamuffin?

This is a mellow cat but one who craves attention. Don’t get a Ragamuffin if you will have to leave him alone for many hours every day.

Why do Ragdoll cats like to be held?

1. THEY’RE LAP CATS. Ragdolls thrive on human companionship, and, unlike some other felines, they love being held. In fact, the breed supposedly got its name because early litters of the docile, friendly cat became limp and floppy like rag dolls when they were picked up.

How did the Ragdoll Angora get its name?

As the story goes, the Angora was a rescue that Ann owned that was hit by a car. Supposedly, this accident left Josephine immune to pain, resulting in her floppy, relaxed demeanor. This is part of the legend of how Ragdolls get their name. They are known for going limp like a rag doll when held.

Is it a ragdoll or a Ragamuffin cat?

Ragdoll cats and Ragamuffin cats are commonly confused—in fact, some sites like PetMD use the names interchangeably. But according to the Cat Fancier’s Association, Ragdolls and Ragamuffins are two unique breeds with a few key differences in appearance. “My boys hanging out. Riley (ragamuffin) and Robie (ragdoll).” Loved by Kim

Where did the Ragamuffin cat originate?

Less is known about the exact origins of the Ragamuffin cat, because after Ann Baker began to breed Ragdolls, other breeders also began developing the breed.

Is the Turkish Angora a distinct breed?

A genetic study of pedigree cat breeds (using DNA taken from pedigreed cats in the U. S. and Europe) and worldwide random-bred populations showed the Turkish Van as a distinct population from the Turkish Angora despite their geographical association. The Turkish Angora was grouped with the pedigreed Egyptian Mau and random-bred Tunisian cats.

What are the different types of Ragdoll coats?

Most official clubs divide ragdolls up by their coat patterns, but it can get a little convoluted since some ragdolls have a combination of patterns. For example, it’s possible to have a bicolor lynx, a ragdoll with white feet and chest and tabby cat points, or a mitted tortie with white mittens as well as red and black coloring.

Should I get a ragdoll or Ragamuffin cat?

If you want a cat that is as sweet as it is large, you’ll be happy with either the ragdoll or the ragamuffin. Both breeds can top out at 15 pounds and, although there are a number of other similarities between them, the Cat Fancier’s Association recognizes them as two distinct breeds.

When did the American Cat Fanciers Association Register Ragdoll cats?

The Cat Fanciers Association began registering the cats in 1993 and gave them full recognition in 2000. Most registries now recognize the breed, including the American Cat Fanciers Association and The International Cat Association. Ragdolls are not outcrossed to any other breeds.

Are Ragamuffin cats related to Ragdolls?

The Ragamuffin is closely related to the Ragdoll Cat. The breeding of Ragdolls was strictly controlled by the breed’s creator Ann Baker. So, in 1994, a number of International Ragdoll Cat Association’s breeders decided to leave and form their own group. These breeders wanted to bring additional colors and strengthen the Ragdoll’s health.

What is the prevalence of Ragdoll HCM in the UK?

The allelic frequencies of the Ragdoll HCM mutation R820W were 0.17 in cats from Italy and 0.23 in cats from the US in 2013. This reference states that the R820W prevalence is 30% in UK.

How much is a ragdoll cat worth?

Baker was a cat breeder with a salesman’s spirit and she carefully crafted the Ragdoll’s origin story. A Raggedy Ann cattery ad from Cats Magazine in 1971 listed the cats at $150 each (about $930 today); an ad from 1977 had stud males selling for $1,000.

What do the points on a ragdoll cat Mean?

The points on Ragdoll cats are exclusive to the Ragdoll breed. Points mean that the Ragdoll has darker colours on their legs, paws, ears, face and tails than they do on the rest of their body.

Is there a DNA test for Ragdoll cats?

In 2007 a DNA test became available to breeders to identify the one known defective gene that can cause HCM in the Ragdoll. Since then breeders in the UK have been working hard to remove this gene from the gene pool. All breeders cats now have to be health tested for the HCM gene.

What happened to Ann Baker’s cat Josephine?

Ann Baker was a breeder of mostly black Persian cats. Her neighbor Mrs. Pennels had a white cat named Josephine. Like many outdoor cats at the time, they often produced kittens. Josephine was hit by a car, and lived. During this time Josephine had to stay indoors and she became somewhat tamer.

Did Ann Baker trademark the Ragdoll cat name?

When the breeding program was well established, Ann Baker did something unheard of in the world of cat fancy; she trademarked the Ragdoll name. Other Ragdoll breeders had to make a contract and pay royalty fees for every kitten they sold.

How long do Ragdoll kittens live with their mothers?

The first three months of a Ragdoll kitten’s life will most likely be spent under the care of its mother with a breeder, as kittens taken from their mother before 10 weeks may develop health and behavioural issues from not being properly weaned.

Can Ragdoll cats have socks on their feet?

The points on Ragdoll cats are exclusive to the Ragdoll breed. Points mean that the Ragdoll has darker colours on their legs, paws, ears, face and tails than they do on the rest of their body. Yes Ragdolls can have socks or white on their paws.

What are the points on a ragdoll cat?

The points on a cat are pretty straightforward. They are the nose, ears, tail and nose. This pattern is seen on all ragdolls with the seal points. The length of their colours will be different from cat to cat, meaning that some will only have small points and others will have a darker colour over more of their body.

Are Ragdoll cats prone to cardiomyopathy?

In Ragdoll cats, a breed-specific mutation has been found to be associated with increased risk for HCM. Phenotype: Cats affected by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) are at risk of sudden cardiac death.

How old do Ragdoll cats have to be to get HCM?

Ragdoll cat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) usually does not show up until they are an adult although the genetic mutation is present at birth. Some Ragdoll cats develop the disease quite young, between 1-2 years of age but some do not develop it until much later (6- 8 years of age).

Can a DNA test help diagnose diseases in cats?

While a DNA test can never replace a diagnosis by your vet, knowing what’s in your cat’s genes means you can look for symptoms more effectively. For example, polycystic kidney disease (one of the most common hereditary diseases) disproportionally affects Persian cats.

What kind of cat is Raggedy Ann Baker?

Ann Baker’s client entrance attached to her home with her cattery name. The Ragdoll breed was first created by a woman breeding black Persians and Apple headed lilac Balinese cats named Ann Baker in Riverside, California in the 1960’s. Her cattery was named ‘Raggedy Ann’.

How did Ann Baker keep control of the Ragdoll breed?

Ann Baker kept control of the Ragdoll breed by making it into a franchise operation, where she was paid a royalty fee for all kittens that were sold, and she was also paid for the cats she had sold as breeders. Here is a picture of the two family tree’s that Ann Baker started.

What happened to Josephine the cat?

Josephine was a white cat of Persian type and the legend says that after a car crash, Josephine began to have a particularly loving personality, and a tendency to limp when she was picked up. The legend even says that she and her babies lost the ability to feel the pain which is, of course, false!