4 Reasons To Consider Adopting A Ragdoll Cat, According To Owners

Did you know a ragdoll cat's history only dates back to the mid-1960s? It's true: of the many fascinating facts about ragdoll cats, modern-day ragdolls — with their darker ears and distinctly light-colored bodies — are all descendants of Daddy Warbucks, the first registered ragdoll to the National Cat Fanciers Association in 1966. They're known for being sweet, floppy, and affectionate, and over the decades, many have fallen in love with them. In fact, the Cat Fanciers' Association lists them as the second most popular cat breed around.

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One TikTok even dedicated a whole video to several reasons to love them, including the ragdoll's epic cuddling abilities, their love of attention and being groomed, and the fact that they keep life very interesting. In the video, that last reason was displayed over one curious ragdoll cat sitting in a sink, if that gives you any idea of how interesting these felines can be. In case you need any more convincing, we've rounded up four more great reasons to consider adopting a ragdoll cat, according to their beloved owners.

"Aren't they so beautiful?" said one TikToker in a caption of a photo slide featuring three equally gorgeous ragdoll cats — perhaps three of the prettiest ragdoll cats on the internet! It turns out the longhaired breed is actually known for its beauty, and chosen for it. In a Reddit thread asking why people chose ragdoll cats over other breeds, one commenter said, "For me and my wife it really came down to cuteness and fluff."

In terms of cuteness, the Redditor may have been alluding to the breed's unique look. Along with their mesmerizing blue eyes, they have eight possible coat colors — from the most common seal or blue to less common cinnamon, cream, and chocolate — like this chocolate ragdoll cat giving the camera a little wink. But did you know ragdoll cats actually start out all white?

Their unique pointed coloration comes in later, from a thing called the Himalayan gene. It's a color pigmentation inhibitor that works based on temperature, which is why the torso and neck tend to be lighter than the face, paws, and tail. No wonder they've become such favorites for families and solo cat-lovers alike.

Ever wondered if cats play fetch? Well, wonder no more. This TikTok features a puppy-cat playing fetch, and it's absolutely precious. The video shows an excited ragdoll running out of her little pink tent to fetch a treat, and marching back to her tent with the treat comfortably between her teeth. The TikToker joked that they're just "casually raising a cat-dog."

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Cat-dogs, puppy cats, or dog-like cats are basically felines said to act a lot like their canine counterparts. Rather than fit more typical cat behavior of being quite independent or even distant, puppy-cats might be extra cuddly, affectionate, and yes, even enjoy playing fetch! Based on ragdoll cat breed characteristics — and this video — these cats definitely fit the bill.

A second very puppy-cat moment is seen in another TikTok that shows a litter of adorable ragdoll kittens following their human mom around the house. The TikToker noted that though this action is often attributed to dogs, ragdoll cats do it all the time! A ragdoll parent in the comments cosigned, saying, "I can say this is a FACTUALLY CORRECT statement. 🥰"

Sometimes, you don't even have to interpret what your cat's body language is telling you, because they're just that direct. When a mom asks her ragdoll cat if he's a good boy in a super funny TikTok video, the cat responds vocally. His meow sounds a lot like, "I am!" and when he's asked again, he makes a similar sound, proving that when it comes to ragdolls, cats can definitely understand what humans are saying.

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The TikToker joked that this sort of interaction is basically what you can expect when you have a ragdoll cat. Another TikTok seemed to affirm her statement. In it, one ragdoll mom claimed that her cat — seen meowing in the clip — seems to understand her when she speaks both English and Polish.

In one Reddit post asking if ragdoll cats are good communicators, one ragdoll parent shared the funniest story of her very communi-cat-ive sweetheart. "One of my babies used to love it if I would make her a "fort" each afternoon using throw pillows and a blanket on the sofa. If I forgot, she would catch my eye, then look very deliberately at the pillows, then back at me until I complied."

Not all dogs bond with cats, but it's actually a myth that cats and dogs can't be friends. Don't buy it? This TikTok video is proof, at least for ragdoll cats! In it, one husky named Bubs and a ragdoll named Mochi cuddle comfortably in a pink dog bed. They seem to really enjoy each other's company, but that wasn't always the case.

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Sweet Bubby and Mochi having their first cuddle moment I caught on camera. 6 months ago I wouldn't let them out at the same time because I was paranoid someone would get hurt. Now they're becoming the best of friends. The two most fluffiest dog and cat bff! #bestfriends #dogandcat #husky #ragdoll #floof

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The TikToker noted that not long ago, they wouldn't let Mochi and Bubs out at the same time because they were paranoid that someone would get hurt. "Now they're becoming the best of friends," the TikToker said. While there's no guarantee that any individual dog might get along with a cat, a ragdoll's calm and gentle temperament may lend itself to pretty chill interactions with any fellow pets.

In another TikTok, one super cute corgi and his ragdoll cat best friend were so close (literally) that one viewer cleverly called the ragdoll (sitting atop the corgi's head), "a thinking cat." Several Redditors shared similar scenarios of their ragdolls and dogs having some of the cutest pet friendships. One shared that despite their size difference, their ragdoll and Great Pyrenees "play together all the time."