A RagaMuffin's personality is similar to that of a clingly lapdog-- but they are plusher, warmer, and much softer than your average pooch. RagaMuffins are friendly and outgoing, often lingering at their owners' feet and begging for attention whenever (heaven forbid!) it is diverted elsewhere. The soulful, round eyes of the RagaMuffin almost always guarantee that it will get its way when it wants attention.
As housecats, RagaMuffins are at once both very active and very snuggle-worthy. They can act as lap-warmers for hours at a time, or they can romp around the house, eagerly rubbing against ankles and calves. Although quite large, the active nature of the RagaMuffin ofen keeps it from becoming excessively overweight. Even at their average 15-22 pounds, RagaMuffins have very few health problems and tend to have a high life expectancy.
By the current Cat Fancier's Association breed standards, RagaMuffins are accepted in all coat color varieties, although white RagaMuffin cats are not allowed in shows. Ideally, show-quality RagaMuffins are between twelve and eighteen pounds, with medium-length, non-matting fur, round eyes, and plush coats. The personality of the cat should exemplify the friendly and cuddly nature of the RagaMuffin.
If you're looking to choose a cat that is compatible with young children, the RagaMuffin may be an ideal option for you. Of all the cat breeds currently available, there is none quite as easy-going as the RagaMuffin when it comes to children. RagaMuffin cats will tolerate being dressed up, put into boxes, and being ridden like horses-- without ever drawing claws or biting.
The market for purebred cats does not yet host a large number of RagaMuffins, probably because the breed is still relatively new. Pricing on RagaMuffin cats will vary widely depending on the accreditation of the breeder, the quality of the parents' lineage, and the age of the cat or kitten. If you are interested in adopting a RagaMuffin, check your local shelter or websites like PetFinder.com-- you may be able to find a rescued RagaMuffin for little to no cost.
RagaMuffins cats are known as the "Teddy Bear of the Cat World" and they have a very sweet kitten-like expression which draws you to them. In CFA, white RagaMuffins may be shown, but it is the pointed cats, such as a seal point, blue point, red point, etc. that may not be shown in CFA but are registrable in CFA. The confusion may come from the fact that "pointed kittens" are born white and their color develops over time.
ReplyDeleteWhile some people believe the RagaMuffins have round eyes like many Persians, the breed standard actually calls for walnut shaped eyes. It is the eyes, the chubby whisker pads and the scoop of the RagaMuffin nose that all contribute to the sweet expression.
There are not many RagaMuffin breeders. The RagaMuffin Kitten Breeders Society (TRKBS) is a group of RagaMuffin breeders whose primary goal is the well-being of the RagaMuffin breed. At times, RagaMuffins in need of rehoming or rescue will be listed on the website. Many times a shelter will call a cat a RagaMuffin because they are not sure what breed (if a pedigree) the cat is. If you visit the TRKBS website at www.ragamuffinkittens.org, you can find authentic pedigreed RagaMuffins.