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Breed information
Length range : 30-46 cm
Height range : 23-28cm
Weight range : 3.5-9.1kg
Coat : Medium coat|semi-long to long coat|soft|dense|silky|full coat|ruff around neck|plumed tail
Life expectancy years : 12-18
Colors: all colours|all patterns|all markings|white|black|blue|cream|red|brown|lilac|platinum|fawn|chocolate|chestnut|cinnamon|lavender|cameo|silver|solid|tabby and white|tortoiseshell|mink.
Activitity Level : Moderate
Origin: United States
Similar Breeds : Turkish Angoras|Persians|Birman|LaPerm|Turkish Van
History
The breed is closely tied to the Ragdoll and emerged in the early 1990s when breeders broke away to widen the gene pool and introduce new colors and patterns using domestic longhairs and outcrosses such as Himalayans and Persians. CFA registration was granted in 2003 and championship status followed in 2011.
Temperament
Calm
Personality
loving|affectionate|playful|calm|docile|people-loving|friendly|trusting|patient|sweet-natured|placid
Needs
Needs moderate grooming , interactive exercise , weight monitoring , secure indoor-focused living , enrichment toys , sunny resting places , regular preventive veterinary care.
Social Needs
Very social and dependent on people , generally good with children , visitors and other pets , affectionate lap-cat behavior , may become stressed if left alone for long periods.
Grooming
The coat may need a few minutes of daily grooming according to Purina and Hill’s while CFA suggests once or twice weekly combing because the fur tends to resist tangles and mats. Regular checks for wounds , parasites and routine preventive care are helpful.
Nutrition
The breed benefits from complete balanced carnivorous nutrition with portion control to maintain ideal body condition. Food-dispensing toys , measured feeding and avoiding free-feeding may help because the breed can be placid and enthusiastic about food.
Breed Standard
The breed standard describes a medium to large cat with substantial bone , rectangular body , broad chest , long fully furred plume-like tail , broad modified wedge head , rounded ears , large expressive walnut-shaped eyes and a soft dense silky coat. Many colors and patterns are allowed and the breed matures slowly.
Did you know?
The breed may take up to about four to five years to reach full maturity and is often described as a trusting teddy-bear lap cat.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Obesity and related complications, Polycystic kidney disease, Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation, Arthritis
Symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Many cats may show no early signs
2. Lethargy , reduced appetite , rapid or labored breathing , open-mouthed breathing and hind limb pain or paralysis from thromboembolism may occur
Obesity and related complications
1. Loss of waistline , difficulty feeling ribs , reduced play , grooming difficulty , lethargy and increased sleeping may occur
Polycystic kidney disease
1. Increased thirst and urination , weight loss , poor appetite , vomiting , lethargy , depression and unkempt coat may occur
Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation
1. Hacking , gagging , vomiting hair , straining in the litter box , little stool , hard dry stools or defecating outside the box may occur
Arthritis
1. Reluctance to jump , stiffness after waking , litter box difficulty , reduced grooming and irritability over lower back or hips may occur
Onset of symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Genetic predisposition is present from birth
2. Clinical signs are often detected in adults between 3 and 8 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Moderate to high according to the text and breed-linked ancestry risk remains even if one mutation test is clear
Obesity and related complications
1. Weight gain may begin after neutering and maturity around 1-2 years
2. It often becomes more significant around 4-8 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high and described as one of the most common preventable problems in the breed
Polycystic kidney disease
1. Cysts are present from birth
2. Clinical signs often appear later around 3-10 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Low in cats from responsible breeders because DNA testing may reduce the risk in breeding lines
Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation
1. May occur after the adult coat develops around 1+ year
2. They may become more common in middle-aged and senior cats
Probability Of Onset:
1. High as a recurring management issue for long-haired indoor cats according to the text
Arthritis
1. Owners often notice signs in senior cats around 8+ years
2. Onset may be earlier in overweight cats
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high in senior and or overweight RagaMuffins according to the text
Reasons
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. This is a genetic disease rather than a nutritional deficiency
2. Taurine is described as crucial for overall cardiac health although deficiency causes a different heart condition
Polycystic kidney disease:
1. This is a genetic disease
2. Management may involve controlling dietary phosphorus , sodium and protein according to the text
Obesity and related complications
1. The text indicates excess calories are the issue and active lifestyle plus an appropriate high-quality protein-to-fat balance may be lacking
Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation
1. Sufficient dietary fiber and water may be lacking
Arthritis
- natural production of glucosamine and chondroitin may decrease with age
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy:
- 1. Echocardiography may be used as the gold standard for diagnosis
2. Ongoing cardiology monitoring and medications may help control heart rate , congestion and clot risk
3. There is no known cure
Obesity and related complications:
- 1. Portion control , diet change , interactive exercise and a veterinary weight-loss plan may help and free-feeding is not recommended
Polycystic kidney disease
- 1. Genetic testing of breeding animals may reduce risk
2. Supportive care may include renal diet , fluid therapy and management of blood pressure and phosphorus
Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation:
- 1. Daily brushing , hydration support , wet food , hairball-control diet and veterinary care for severe blockage or obstipation may help
Arthritis:
- 1. Lean weight maintenance , soft bedding , ramps , low-sided litter boxes and veterinary pain management may help. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy :
- 1. Omega-3 fatty acids can, might be helpful for cardiovascular support
2. Taurine can, might be helpful for cardiac support
3. L-Carnitine can, might be helpful for heart muscle energy metabolism
4. Coenzyme Q10 can, might be helpful for heart cell energy support
Obesity and related complications
- 1. L-Carnitine can, might be helpful for fat use and lean muscle support
2. Glucosamine can, might be helpful for joint support
3. Chondroitin can, might be helpful for joint support
Polycystic kidney disease
- 1. Omega-3 fatty acids can, might be helpful for kidney support
2. Potassium can, might be helpful in later stages if retention is poor
3. Renal-specific probiotics can, might be helpful for waste handling support
Gastrointestinal issues including hairballs and constipation
- 1. Fiber can, might be helpful for hairball passage and stool movement
2. Probiotics can, might be helpful for digestion and motility
3. Hairball remedies can, might be helpful for digestive lubrication
Arthritis
- 1. Glucosamine can, might be helpful for cartilage support
2. Chondroitin sulfate can, might be helpful for joint support
3. Omega-3 fatty acids can, might be helpful for inflammation support
4. Green-lipped mussel can, might be helpful for joint support
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