Are you looking for a Ragdoll kitten? If so, than this page is especially written for you. In the Netherlands (and abroad) many catteries were established during the years. Many breeders are looking after the best interest of their kittens and the new owners, but unfortunately there are also breeders who don't play it by the rules. You can always call or e-mail us if you have questions. If you are looking for a Ragdoll kitten, go and visit several catteries. Don't do this all in one day, beware of contamination! Think before you buy a kitten, don't buy that pitiful kitten, or because you can take the kitten at home immediately. A Ragdoll kitten is an expensive purchase, on average you will pay about 600 and 700 Euro for a Colourpoint kitten that is regarded to be as "lover quality" and you can not take that kitten to shows or breed a litter from that kitten. So, use your common sense when you buy a kitten.

When you are visiting the breeder, pay special attention to: are the Ragdolls social? Do they look afraid or are they curious? Does the house look tidy and are the kittens clean? The eyes must be bright, nose and bottom must be dry. The kittens must also be playful. The mother cat may look somewhat spiky, especially if the kittens are about six weeks old. Because she is already working now for weeks now to raise her children!

Ask if you can see the pedigree, and that is not available yet, if you can see the pedigree of the parents.

Never buy a kitten without a pedigree, this is in fact the genetical chard of your kitten. A good breeder is proud of the pedigree of his kittens.

Some breeders work with a contract. This contract is not a lack of trust, it makes sure that the agreements you made, are in writing. Such a contract may state that you bought this kitten as a pet and you may not breed with it. Also the breeder may give you a "guarantee" in it. Read these contracts carefully and have the breeder put your wishes in it as well.

You can pick up your kitten once it has reached the age of 13 weeks. The kitten should be fully vaccinated, usually two separate shots, there must be a health certificate from the veterinary surgeon, and is several times de-wormed. You must also receive the pedigree.

Does your kitten show a reaction to the vaccination, does it have some diarhoea, or does it have a runny nose? Leave that kitten with the breeder, until it is fully recovered. No matter how sorry you are. The kitten is not in good health, and can not handle the changes that well.

If you can take your kitten home with you, let's party, but take it easy!

Only take your kitten home if you can spare the time, don't do it if it is your child's birthday the next day. Tell visitors to see you on a later stage. Give your kitten the time to settle in and to get used to the people.