RAGDOLLS
 

Origin: America. Named for their unusual habit of lying limp in your arms. Most docile of all breeds. Very loving, affectionate, playful. Intelligent, well-mannered. Excellent with children. Make excellent pets. Adaptable to many environments. Large, thick-boned. Males can weigh up to 20 lbs. However, slow to mature - do not reach adult size until 3-4 years old. Ears broad-based, rounded tips & sit atop head with slight forward tilt. Large, oval, wide set eyes are blue. Silky, long, thick coat especially around neck. Requires daily grooming. Large oval eyes always deep blue colour. Ears set to side. Long, bushy tail tapers slightly toward tip. Colours seal (dark brown), blue, chocolate & lilac (pinkish grey). Kittens always born white & do not achieve full colour until about 2 years old. Average litter size: 5. Life span: 9-15 years.