CAROLINA MINK RAGDOLLS ADOPTION BASICS

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PUDDY TAT'S 2010 LITTER
Lily, Blossom, Dalia, Jasmine, Holly

Carolina
Mink
Ragdolls

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Text Box: Some kittens hit the floor of their new homes running and playing. Others are scared and more cautious. If this is the case, you may want to allow your kitten to get used to your house one room at a time, beginning with a small area equipped with a bed, litter box, food & water, and toys. The kitten may try to hide until he becomes secure with his new surroundings. He’ll need time to become familiar with a lot of new sounds, smells, people, and perhaps other pets. Once he is relaxed in ‘his’ new space, try introducing him to another room of the house with brief, frequent visits. The same brief, frequent approach may be used to introduce your new kitten to other pets in the household. By allowing your kitten to remain in a secluded area for a week (perhaps two), you are permitting the scent of his previous home to fade which will make introduction easier. It’s also a good idea to let the existing pets make the first move. I’ve found that placing the new kitten in a pet carrier permits the existing pets to inspect the newcomer without fear of injury to a smaller kitten.

Text Box: Relocation can be traumatic for a kitten whether it’s picked up by you personally or sent via airline. This trauma can cause a kitten to have loss of appetite and/or diarrhea. Special care ma be required at this time to ensure your kitten is eating and drinking. Please don’t assume your kitten's behavior is normal; watch it closely to be sure. A high quality pro-biotic supplement can help eliminate diarrhea. Coaxing a scared kitten to eat by offering moist food may be a good idea, however be prepared for that moist food may temporarily cause a little diarrhea also.

Text Box: First and foremost, the price reflects the cost and care of the breeding pair(s) which includes the purchase price with breeding rights. Care is given to the cats and their kittens in the form of housing, pest control, food & litter, veterinarian care, affection, toys, and exercise year round so that you can a purchase a healthy, well adjusted kitten. Ragdoll temperament is just as important as health. The breeding pair should be known to have the sweet, docile Ragdoll nature. Time spent playing with the kittens every day ensures their social development and ability to bond with people. This development occurs primarily from 6 to 8 weeks of age. Of course there are more mundane costs such as DNA testing, registering, advertising, and cleaning.

Text Box: First and foremost, the price reflects the cost and care of the breeding pair(s) which includes the purchase price with breeding rights. Care is given to the cats and their kittens in the form of With so many breeds and breeders, how do you know which kitten will be right for you? That’s not an easy choice. I spent almost a year making that decision. I chose Ragdolls because of their temperament and because the low incidence of health issues as a breed. Ragdolls are very attractive cats with color and pattern variety that can ensure finding a favorite. Some important questions to ask before adopting a cat are: 1. Is the breeding pair registered purebred Ragdolls? 2. Can you review the pedigree and DNA test results prior to paying a deposit? 3. Has genetic testing been done on the breeding pair? 4. Is a guarantee offered on the kitten? 5. Is the breeder focusing on quality? 6. Is the kitten healthy and energetic, vet checked and immunized? 7. Does the breeder answer questions and return calls?