The RagaMuffin is a gorgeous, massive cat with large, expressive eyes.  These are striking cats regardless of coat color or pattern.

Physical Description

• Come in all colors and patterns of tabby, color point, tortoiseshell, mink with or without some white on the body (colorpoints are not showable, only registerable)
• Coat patterns and symmetry are not considered terribly important
• Coats are medium-long and fully furred-similar to that of a rabbit, and with overall softness
• Classically large cats with females averaging between 10 and 15 pounds and males averaging between 15 and 20 pounds, and some get much larger
• Heavy-boned and muscular with a tendency toward a fatty pad on the lower abdomen
• Completely mature at 4 years of age and enjoy long life
• As a general rule, they are strong and healthy and no known genetic health problems within the breed

Personality

The RagaMuffin is sweet, which is hard to describe and best understood when one of these cats owns you.  Throughout time, you will begin to understand their exceptional personality and how it differs from that of most other cats.

RagaMuffins form a strong bond with their families.  They seem to be addictive and many who fall in love with them own more than one.

They are also wonderful with children.  They have a c

alm and patient temperament that lends itself to the boisterous, robust play of children.  At times, you might find the children and the RagaMuffins participating in tea parties or riding in strollers.  They want to please their people.  Some pet owners report they can be taught tricks, such as fetching.

They make wonderful companions for those who live alone.  They provide much comfort and support.  They listen to you and offer their love as a response.

The rag part of their name implies the fact that they are quite likely to go limp in your arms.

Disposition

• Tend to be calm
• Likely to be found curled in your lap as you read a book or watch T.V.
• They are not lazy cats
• They like playing with their toys.
• They must be kept in doors, they are very trusting animals

Source:  The Cat Fanciers’ Association Complete Cat Book, By CFA and Its Associates

Written by:  Connie Limon.  Visit “Adopting Kittens” at http://smalldogs2.com/AdoptingKittens to find a complete online reference for choosing and caring for the perfect kitten, which matches you and your lifestyle.  For a variety of FREE reprint articles visit http://www.camelotarticles.com

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