Grooming Ragdoll
Appearance
The ragdoll stands out for its fur: a dense
and long coat, a dress dark on the ends, bushy legs and a silky tail and
provided. In addition, his eyes are a pure blue and her body is long.
Surprisingly, the ragdoll is heavy because of the robust frame hidden under a
soft fur. There is also a clear difference in size between the male and the
female, which is generally smaller. Growth of the ragdoll is slow; the color of
the coat is not completed before the age of two years, as the adult size is not
reached before the age of four.
Health :
The ragdoll is much more subject to hereditary
diseases than other breeds because of the high degree of inbreeding that he
knows. In fact, 45% of the genetic makeup of the ragdoll comes from a single
ancestor. One of these diseases, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, weakens the heart
muscle and may cause a sudden cardiac death. Fortunately, it is possible to
detect this condition, it is important to collaborate with breeders who
practice the detection of disease in order to ensure the health of the lineage.
Grooming
If you adopt a ragdoll, expect to devote time
to your new furry friend fur grooming as his silky coat requires frequent
brushing. Depending on the thickness of the coat and the time of year, the loss
of hair can be abundant in the ragdoll. In addition, don't let him go outside
only under your supervision or in a pen. Although his soft fur tends not to
meddle, it may be nodes formed there, then a frequent grooming is essential!
There is much said about the non-matting coat
of the Ragdoll and therefore the limited need for grooming.
However regular grooming, with a suitable brush and comb, for
all Ragdolls is essential to maintain a healthy, knot free coat.
A Ragdoll who is not brushed regularly will develop knots, which if
left will cause discomfort and sore skin. Grooming removes dead, loose fur,
which reduces the risk of the formation of fur balls and goes someway to
limiting moulting onto furniture and carpets. Grooming is a good way to bond
with a new kitten and is important in maintaining a good relationship with an
older cat. When grooming your Ragdoll pay particular attention to
under the chin, around the back legs, the tummy and the armi pits, as this is
where knots are most likely to develop.
