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Ragdolls are among the most popular purebred cats in the United States. They are well-known for their tendency to become “ragdolls” when held. These felines tend to be extremely affectionate, which makes them perfect for families looking for cuddly cats.
Several breeders throughout Missouri specialize in these felines. We listed a few of them here.
The 7 Ragdoll Breeders in Missouri
1. Ruthie’s Ragdoll Kittens
This breeder produces kittens that are registered by The International Cat Association (TICA) and tested for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) through the University of California. She regularly breeds cats and currently has litters being produced. There is a waiting list with a maximum number of people allowed. In all, it seems that most people wait about a year for a kitten.
She also requires a phone interview to ensure that the kitten is being placed with a responsible owner.
2. American Ragdolls
American Ragdolls is an experienced Ragdoll breeder. They produce mostly pet-quality cats, with less emphasis on showing the breed. Therefore, they produce both traditional Ragdolls and a few of the rarer colorations, like mink.
They can fly kittens around the United States for an extra fee. For those purchasing multiple kittens, they provide a discount and do not charge extra delivery fees.
3. WRF Ragdolls
This breeder seems to be a bit less active than some others. However, they occasionally produce Ragdoll kittens. They are a smaller breeder, so the limited availability of kittens is to be expected.
They provide delivery of cats to certain areas of the United States. So, even if you do not live in Missouri, you may be able to take advantage of their pet delivery services.
4. Show Me Rags
This breeder has been TICA-registered since 2001. They are a small, closed cattery, which helps them produce healthy and well-socialized kittens. They regularly produce new litters, though not as often as some other breeders in the state.
Their cats are surprisingly not that expensive. They require a deposit and recommend putting the deposit in earlier if you want a female, as they seem to be more popular than males.
5. Graceful Dolls Ragdoll Cattery
This breeder sells both traditional Ragdoll kittens and a few mini Ragdoll kittens. They have recently added lilac to their breeding program, though they have a range of other colors too.
They regularly produce kittens of all sorts. However, you need to keep an eye on their website or join their waiting list to get in line for one. Like most other breeders, they rarely have leftover kittens.
6. Red Echo Ragdolls
Red Echo Ragdolls is a cageless cattery that only breeds Ragdolls. They are both TICA and CFA-registered. Their cats go through a variety of DNA tests before they are bred, resulting in healthier kittens. They regularly produce litters and have their breeding plan on their website, enabling you to see when they expect their next kittens.
You can sign up for each litter’s waiting list for the opportunity to adopt a kitten.
7. Ozark Ragdolls
This Ozark breeder produces both pet-quality and show-quality cats. All their kittens are socialized and litter box-trained before being sent home. They are also vaccinated, dewormed, and given other veterinary care.
They do not send their kittens home until 11–12 weeks of age. This is a bit later than most other breeders, but it does lead to better-socialized kittens.
New Kitten Preparations
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The 7 Ragdoll Breeders in Missouri
