How to Train Your Cats: How to Show a Ragdoll Cat

The Ragdoll breed was first developed in southern California during the 1960's. Owing to their Birman resemblance, Ragdolls have struggled to gain recognition in professional show rings. Breed fanciers have worked diligently in the decades since the breed's emergence to distinguish it from its color point cousins.

Instructions

Check that your Ragdoll is a good example of the breed standard as defined by the Cat Fanciers Association Club (cfainc.org). The standard varies slightly for every color and pattern combination. A Ragdoll's coat is not fully mature until four years of age, so check the standard before each showing for the specifics on your cat's color and pattern.

Register as an exhibitor for shows coming up in your area. You can find information on upcoming Ragdoll shows at cfainc.org. You may also be expected to present proof of your cat's bloodlines to certify that your Ragdoll is indeed a purebred. If your cat places well in local shows, you may be able to advance to regional and national shows.

Get your cat's health certified by your vet 72 hours prior to the start of the show. You will be required to present your health certificate to the show's organizers.

Train your cat for the show ring. Your cat can be disqualified if it shows fear or aggression towards the judge. Work with your Ragdoll from kittenhood to become comfortable with the holds a judge will use.

Groom your Ragdoll for the ring. A bath, blow dry and thorough brushing will present you cat's coat at its most luxurious. Tufts of hair between the toes are acceptable. A Ragdoll's ear should appear rounded, not pointed. If necessary, you may trim ear hair into a rounded shape.

Exhibit your Ragdoll. Cat shows are typically segmented by age. When your category is announced, take your cat to the show ring to be evaluated. How to Stop Cat Peeing? Click Here!. Have a small slicker brush handy to give your kitty's coat a quick fluff before securing it in the ringside kennel.

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