Cat Breed

Ragamuffin

gentle • affectionate • calm • trusting

OrigenUnited States

Esperanza de vida12-16 years

Peso5-9 kg

Nivel de energíamoderate

Quick Stats

Tamañolarge

Peso5-9 kg

Esperanza de vida12-16 years

Nivel de energíamoderate

Aseomoderate

Adiestramientoeasy

OrigenUnited States

Temperamento

gentleaffectionatecalmtrusting

Descripción general

The RagaMuffin is a large, muscular cat with a plush, rabbit-like coat and an exceptionally sweet, trusting nature. Closely related to the Ragdoll, these gentle giants are known for going completely limp when held and following their owners like loyal puppies.

Compatibilidad

Niños

Excelente

Otros perros

Excelente

Gatos

Excelente

Vida en apartamento

Bueno

Guía de cuidados

RagaMuffins need regular grooming and plenty of companionship. They are trusting cats that should be kept indoors for safety. Their docile nature makes them easy to handle but they should not be left alone for long periods.

Necesidades de ejercicio

Moderate activity level. They enjoy gentle play sessions and interactive toys but are not overly demanding. Watch their weight as their large frame can mask obesity.

Aseo

Brush 2-3 times per week. Their plush coat is less prone to matting than many longhaired breeds but still benefits from regular attention.

Problemas de salud

hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

polycystic kidney disease

obesity

dental disease

Datos curiosos

🐱RagaMuffins are so trusting and docile that they should only be kept indoors — they would not defend themselves outdoors.

🐱They are closely related to Ragdolls but come in a wider variety of colours and patterns.

🐱RagaMuffin kittens are born white and can take up to four years to reach their full size and coat colour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a RagaMuffin and a Ragdoll?

They share ancestry but RagaMuffins come in all colours and patterns, while Ragdolls are limited to colour-point patterns. RagaMuffins tend to have rounder eyes and a slightly different body shape.

How big do RagaMuffins get?

Males can weigh 7-9 kg and females 5-7 kg. They are one of the larger domestic breeds and can take up to 4 years to fully mature.

Are RagaMuffins good apartment cats?

Yes, their calm, gentle nature makes them well-suited to apartment living, provided they have enough space and companionship.

Do RagaMuffins shed a lot?

Moderately. Regular brushing helps manage shedding, and their plush coat tends to resist matting better than some other longhaired breeds.