We understand how important it is to feel confident and secure when adopting a kitten. Most of our adopters have followed us for years and have done extensive research before working with us. We encourage you to do the same! Here are several ways to verify us:

• Registered Business: Pastel Ragdolls is a legally registered Limited Liability Company (LLC) in the state of Arizona.
  This means we operate as a formal business and comply with state regulations. Our LLC status can be verified online through the Arizona Corporation Commission.

• Registered Cattery: Our official cattery name, PastelRagdolls, is registered with TICA (The International Cat Association). This is one of the world’s most reputable feline registries. You can view our official breeder listing and confirm that we are actively registering litters directly on the TICA website here. This listing provides third-party verification of our active and ongoing status as a TICA-recognized cattery. We are also registered with the CFA (Cat Fanciers’ Association) under the name PastelRags, which can be independently confirmed on the CFA website.

• Established Social Media Presence: We have been documenting our breeding journey on our Pastel Ragdolls Instagram Page for over 6 years now. This long-standing presence offers an extensive archive of our cattery’s day-to-day life, from behind-the-scenes updates to adorable kitten photos. You’ll also find comments and ongoing interactions from past adopters (real families who have welcomed our kittens into their homes).

• Reviews & Testimonials: You can also read testimonials and see what families have said about their adoption experience on our Pastel Ragdolls Reviews Page. You’ll even find photos from adopters featuring our adorable Ragdolls in their new homes!

We value transparency and love sharing our breeding journey. Feel free to explore and learn more about us!

Since we give our mother cats time to rest between litters, kittens are not always available. Most of our kittens are placed through our priority waiting list, with only a limited number posted on our website each year. Please visit our Ragdoll Kittens for Sale page to see current availability. This page is always kept up-to-date.

We are a small, preservation-focused breeding program specializing in Ragdoll kittens. On rare occasions, a retired adult Ragdoll may come available for adoption. Because these opportunities are uncommon, we do not maintain a waiting list for our adult cats and we do not discuss potential retirements prior to spay/neuter. Decisions regarding retirement are made thoughtfully, with each cat’s wellbeing as our top priority.

When a retired adult is ready for placement, they will be posted on our Available Ragdoll Kittens page. Applications will only be accepted at that time so we can give our full attention to selecting the very best home. We prioritize homes located in Arizona and neighboring states in order to keep our retired adults close by. We also prefer homes without dogs or children for our retirees.

Please note that inquiries regarding the adoption of our active breeding cats will not be considered.

We do not host in-home visits, meet-and-greets or kitten pickups at our private residence.

For the safety of our family and our Ragdolls, we do not invite unfamiliar individuals into our home. This is a non-negotiable and standard policy for most in-home catteries.

We understand that families want reassurance about where their kitten is being raised. You are welcome visit our Pastel Ragdolls Instagram Page, where you can view our cats, kittens and home. We are also happy to provide photos, videos and updates throughout the process. Our Ragdolls are raised indoors as part of our family, in a clean and loving environment.

We are honored that you are considering a new fur baby from Pastel Ragdolls! Learn how to Adopt a Ragdoll Kitten.

Pet-Quality Ragdoll Kitten: $4500

Show-Quality Ragdoll Kitten: $5000

For more information on pricing and payment, please scroll down on our Available Ragdoll Kittens page.

• Genetically and physically healthy parents who are not overbred or kept in cages

• A responsible home breeder who intentionally breeds for health, temperament, pedigree, structure, coat type, etc.

• Hours upon hours of interactive play, individual care and socialization of your kitten

• Spay / Neuter

• 2-year genetic health guarantee

• 72-hour health guarantee

• 30 days of FREE Trupanion Pet Insurance

• Age appropriate FVRCP vaccinations

• Dewormings + parasite prevention

• Health record

• TICA registration paperwork

I have a bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Wellness, and I am also a Registered Nurse (RN). I am very grateful for my nursing skills and training, which I use nearly every day as a breeder. My background has given me a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, reproduction, medication dosing, medical terminology, lab work and nutrition. In my experience, this all translates from humans to animals and applies greatly to my work as a breeder.

We are located in Arizona, outside of Phoenix. Our kittens have been adopted by families who live all over the country.

If you live out of state, you can hire a professional flight nanny, who flies in-cabin with your kitten to your local airport and delivers the kitten directly to you. I am happy to recommend you to our preferred, trusted flight nanny companies. We are also able to meet you at the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with your kitten if you would prefer to fly in yourself for pick up in person.

We do not ship our kittens in cargo. For more information on pickup/delivery options, please visit our Adopt a Ragdoll Kitten page.

Spay/neuter is an essential part of any ethical breeding program and it is the best choice for our kittens. Here are some proven facts about early spay/neuter in felines:

• The practice of early spay/neuter prevents unintended pregnancies + decreases the homeless cat population

• Lowers risk of mammary cancer

• Eliminates risk of reproductive emergencies, such as pyometra

• Results in faster healing time

• Lowers risk of surgical complications

• The procedure is easier, quicker and safer if done before 5 months of age

• A 1996 study demonstrated no difference in urethral diameter between cats neutered at 7 weeks, neutered at 7 months, or left intact

• Studies have found no relationship between early spay/neuter and orthopedic conditions in cats

• Current scientific evidence shows no medical or behavioral reasons to delay spaying/neutering of cats past 5 months of age

When you adopt a Ragdoll kitten from Pastel Ragdolls, you won’t have to experience the stressful process of having your kitten go through a surgical procedure because I take care of all of it for you. When you bring your kitten home, you only have to focus on bonding with each other!

If you still have questions on early spay/neuter, please click here to read an article on the topic written by “Today’s Veterinary Practice”, where we obtained the information summarized above.

This can vary slightly between litters, but our Ragdoll kittens typically leave for their new homes when they are 12 weeks old.

For a list of the supplies we use and love, please visit our Ragdoll Kitten Supplies page!

Yes, of course! All of our Ragdoll breeding cats are regularly seen by a veterinarian. In addition, all of the kittens born into our home are also seen by a veterinarian for a full physical exam before leaving to their new families.

Yes, we do Extensive Health Testing on Our Ragdolls. You can view copies of the genetic testing we have done on our cats by visiting our Ragdoll Males and Ragdoll Females pages.

Prior to breeding, we test each of our cats through Optimal Selection for 50+ genetic diseases, blood type, traits and genetic diversity. We test for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) and Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) in addition to the following genetic conditions:

Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variant 1), Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variant 2), Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variant 3), Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variant 4), Acute Intermittent Porphyria (Variant 5), Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome, Burmese Head Defect, Chediak-Higashi Syndrome, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, Cystinuria Type 1A, Cystinuria Type B (Variant 1), Cystinuria Type B (Variant 2), Cystinuria Type B (Variant 3), Dihydropyrimidinase Deficiency, Earfold and Osteochondrodysplasia, Factor XII Deficiency (Variant 1), Factor XII Deficiency (Variant 2), Familial Episodic Hypokalaemic Polymyopathy, Glutaric Aciduria Type II, Glycogen Storage Disease, GM1 Gangliosidosis, GM2 Gangliosidosis, GM2 Gangliosidosis Type II, GM2 Gangliosidosis Type II, GM2 Gangliosidosis Type II, Hemophilia B (Variant 1), Hemophilia B (Variant 2), Hyperoxaluria Type II, Hypotrichosis, Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VI (G1558A Variant), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VI (T1427C Variant), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VII, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VII, Multidrug Resistance 1, Myotonia Congenita, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (rdAc-PRA), Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency, Sphingomyelinosis (Variant 1), Sphingomyelinosis (Variant 2), Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets

We also test for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

Yes, our Ragdoll kittens come with an initial 72-hour limited health guarantee, as well as a 2-year genetic health guarantee. These guarantees are fully outlined in your kitten's Adoption Contract, which you will be sent when reserving your kitten.

For more information on the health testing we do, please visit our Health Tested Ragdolls page.

I am currently unable to accomodate FaceTime appointments and phone calls due to my busy schedule, but I am happy to provide videos of your Ragdoll kitten upon request.

I welcome the opportunity to develop relationships with other small, registered, ethical Ragdoll catteries. I will occasionally work with other breeders who already have an established program, with goals that align with my own. Any breeder I work with must practice early spay/neuter and only breed traditional, pointed Ragdolls with blue eyes (no mink, sepia, solid, etc.).

Feel free to reach out if you are a fellow Ragdoll Breeder! I would love to get to know you!

Most of your questions can be answered by reading through our website! If you have thoroughly read through our website and still have unanswered questions, feel free to email us at pastelragdolls@outlook.com or note your questions in your Ragdoll Kitten Adoption Application.

Slow and steady is best when it comes to introducing animals. We follow Jackson Galaxy’s methods and have an entire blogpost that outlines How to Introduce Your Ragdoll Kitten to Other Pets.

Ragdolls are one of the largest cat breeds. When it comes to Ragdoll Size, males typically grow to be 11-20 pounds. Females are generally a little smaller at an average of 8-15 pounds.

There are many different Ragdoll Colors and Patterns to choose from. Traditional Ragdoll cats come in: seal, blue, red, cream, tortie, lilac and chocolate. Patterns include colorpoint, mitted and bicolor. Here at Pastel Ragdolls, we mainly focus on classic blue and seal Ragdolls in the bicolor and mitted patterns, with and without Lynx Overlay.

Despite what some may claim, Ragdoll cats are Not Hypoallergenic.

In regards to Ragdoll Shedding, they do minimally shed. They are known for their ultra soft and beautiful, bunny-like coats. Because they lack an undercoat, Ragdolls do tend to shed less than other cat breeds. Weekly brushing and regular vacuuming helps us stay on top of shedding!

When Grooming Your Ragdoll, they are fairly low maintenance. We recommend weekly brushing/combing and nail trimming every other week. Some Ragdoll coat types may also benefit from an occasional bath.

A Ragdoll cat, when bred correctly, is a floppy, outgoing, sweet, docile and social companion kitty. They are frequently Lap Cats, often love snuggling and want to be involved in daily activities. They are very loyal and bond deeply with their humans.

Ragdolls are affectionately called “puppy-cats” because of how dog-like they are. They usually love playing fetch and follow their owners from room to room throughout the house. They generally Get Along Great with Dogs and other cats.

Ragdolls and Young Children are usually a great pairing! These docile cats are very patient, gentle and easy-going, making them a great choice for homes with kids.

Ragdolls are a very slow maturing cat breed. They continue to grow and develop until they reach 3-4 years old.

The Ragdoll is the world’s most popular cat breed and demand is high. It is very expensive to properly raise Ragdoll kittens and maintain an ethical Ragdoll cattery, so Ragdoll Kitten Pricing is understandably high. We have imported the highest quality bloodlines from around the world and spare no expense when it comes to our cats and kittens.

We highly discourage allowing your Ragdoll Cat Outdoors outside of an enclosed pet carrier or stroller. Going outside exposes your cat to many potential diseases and dangers. Ragdolls have been specifically bred to be extremely gentle-natured and loving. They do not have the normal survival instincts that other cats have so they may not pick up on the potential dangers of the outside world. This leaves them very vulnerable to injury, and even death, when let outdoors to roam freely. For your Ragdoll kitten’s health and safety, we highly recommend keeping them inside where they will be just as happy cuddled up with you on the couch!

Ragdolls are companion cats. They crave love, socialization and human interaction. They get very attached to their owners, making them more prone to separation anxiety. If your job requires you to be gone for the majority of the day, we highly recommend Adopting Littermates or having a second kitty friend to keep your Ragdoll company.