🐱 Breed Name: Ragdoll
🌍 Origin: United States (1960s, California)
🧬 Breed Type: Large, semi-longhaired, domestic cat
✨ Key Characteristics
Trait Description
Size Large (males: 15–20 lbs, females: 10–15 lbs)
Coat Silky, semi-long, low-shedding
Eye Color Striking blue eyes
Colors/Patterns Seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, cream in patterns like colorpoint, mitted, and bicolor
Personality Affectionate, calm, people-oriented
Temperament Gentle, docile, social – often called “puppy-like”
Lifespan 12–17 years (with proper care)
❤️ Why They're Called "Ragdoll"
Ragdolls are named for their tendency to go limp and relaxed like a ragdoll when picked up. This unique trait makes them one of the most cuddly and laid-back cat breeds.