Cat breed · Longhair
RagaMuffin
A large, extremely tolerant lap cat closely related to the Ragdoll, available in a wider range of colours.
Large12–16 yearsUnited StatesCan suit apartments
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Breed characteristics
- Group
- Longhair
- Origin
- United States
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 4.5–9 kg (10–20 lb)
- Height
- 23–28 cm
- Lifespan
- 12–16 years
- Coat
- Semi-long, rabbit-soft
- Temperament
- DocileCuddlyPatientSociable
History
Split from Ragdoll breeding lines in the 1990s to broaden the gene pool and colour range.
Appearance
Big and heavy-boned with a plush coat and a sweet, round expression.
Exercise and activity
Gentle daily play to prevent weight gain.
Care and grooming
Brush twice weekly; keep indoors or in a secure outdoor run.
Health considerations
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Obesity
- Bladder stones
- Dental disease
Honest challenges
Before choosing a RagaMuffin
- Treat the breed profile as a starting point, not a guarantee of temperament. Meet the individual and discuss its history, needs and behaviour with the rescue or responsible breeder.
- Check your routine can support the activity described here: Gentle daily play to prevent weight gain. Allow for age, weather, health and recovery rather than imposing a fixed target.
- Ask the breeder or rescue and your vet about problems reported in this breed (such as Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Polycystic kidney disease, Obesity, Bladder stones, Dental disease), which of them have recognised screening tests, and the parents' results where relevant. Screening reduces some uncertainty but cannot promise a healthy lifetime.
- Plan grooming, veterinary costs and care during holidays. Children and other pets still need careful introductions and supervision whatever a breed's typical rating.
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Guidance libraries and further reading
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- RSPCA — animal care and welfare advice across species
- PDSA — veterinary charity pet health advice
- International Cat Care — cat health, behaviour and welfare advice