Ragamuffin Breeder Directory

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The Ragamuffin is a breed of domestic cat that first made its appearance in 1994. They are notable for their friendly personalities and thick, rabbitlike fur. The Ragamuffin might as well be lined with Velcro. He follows his people wherever they go and greets guests at the door with a happy meow. Expect to see him participating in a little girl’s tea party, fetchingly dressed in a pretty bonnet. With his outgoing nature, he can make a good travel companion and can even learn to walk on a leash.

Temperament

The only extreme allowed in this breed is the very docile nature. The Ragamuffin loves people and is very cuddly and affectionate, with a tendency to go limp when held. While not overly athletic, they enjoy playing and climbing scratching posts, and some will even run after and retrieve toys. They greet family members at the door and will follow familiar people around the house. Because of their gentle nature, as a very general rule, it is considered advisable to keep Ragamuffins mostly indoors, the idea being that they are more vulnerable to threats present in outdoor environments than the majority of other cats.

Health

Ragamuffins are generally healthy, but hereditary health issues that can be a concern include hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and polycystic kidney disease.