Adoption information

Not quite sure where to start with adopting a Ragdoll kitten? We’re here to help!

✨ Why Choose AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls?

Choosing the right breeder means choosing someone who puts health, honesty, and heart above all else. At AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, we don’t just meet the standard — we go beyond it.

🐾 Health & Genetic Screening

• DNA testing on parents (PKD, HCM)

• Regular veterinary exams, FeLV/FIV testing, and parasite monitoring

• Blood panels prior to spay/neuter for kitten safety

🐾 Raised With Love (In-Home)

• Kittens are raised in our home — never in cages

• Daily handling and thoughtful socialization for confident, loving temperaments

• Gentle exposure to normal household sounds and routines

🐾 Premium Care Before Adoption

• Age-appropriate vaccinations and multiple vet checks

• Microchipping included for safety

• Complimentary insurance starter and immune-support supplement for a smooth transition

🐾 Protection & Peace of Mind

• Written adoption contract and 2–3 year genetic health guarantee

• Spay/neuter completed before going home or secured with SpaySecure

• Lifetime breeder support — our relationship doesn’t end on Gotcha Day

My love for the Ragdoll breed began with my first cat, Caraline. After experiencing heartbreak with breeders who failed to honor contracts, I made a vow: I will never be that kind of breeder. With every litter, I stand behind my kittens, my families, and my word.

🐾 Our Promise

My love for the Ragdoll breed began with my first cat, Caraline. After experiencing heartbreak with breeders who failed to honor contracts, I made a vow: I will never be that kind of breeder. With every litter, I stand behind my kittens, my families, and my word.

✨ When you choose us, you’re not just getting a kitten — you’re joining the AAA CLASS ACT family, where quality, care, and commitment come first.

Choosing the right cattery

When adopting a Ragdoll kitten, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing a breeder. Not all breeders are the same, and the quality of your kitten’s health, temperament, and lifelong happiness depends on that choice.

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Check for registration

All catteries should be registered with an registry organization like CFA or TICA. Purchasing a Ragdoll from an individual who is not registered is a red flag that they may likely be a backyard breeder or kitten mill.

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Screening & Transparency

A quality breeder will not simply adopt out kittens to anyone who asks; instead, they will screen prospective adopters and make sure that a Ragdoll is a good fit for the home. This is a normal and expected practice! A good breeder provides contracts, proof of veterinary care, and is open about their practices.

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Rehoming age

Kittens should never leave before 12 weeks. Early separation risks health and social development.

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Proof of legitimacy

Don’t be afraid to ask a breeder for a video or photo of their cats, ideally with some form of proof that they are legitimate (such as holding a kitten and piece of paper with your name and that day's date). Many scammers will steal photographs from legitimate cattery websites and pass off non-existent kittens as their own.

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Online presence

Don’t forget to review information and reviews on Google and Facebook. Quality breeders will, at the very least, have a social media page, and ideally a website. If their profiles seem poorly-developed or “shady,” this may be an indication that their cats are not healthy or up to standard.

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Pricing

If it seems too good to be true…it is!  Be cautious of unralistic prices. Breeding and raising healthy kittens with proper vetting involves real investment.

🐾 Our Health Guarantee

At AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, we believe adopting a kitten should come with peace of mind. Every kitten is raised with exceptional care, and our health guarantees reflect that commitment:

  • HCM Guarantee – 5 Years
    All of our breeding cats are DNA tested clear for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, the most common feline heart condition. We proudly stand behind this with a five-year guarantee.

  • PKD Guarantee – 3 Years
    Our breeding cats are also tested clear for Polycystic Kidney Disease, and we extend a three-year guarantee against this condition.

  • General Genetic Guarantee – 2 Years
    We guarantee all kittens against any life-threatening congenital or hereditary defects for two years.

  • Initial Health Guarantee – 72 Hours
    Every kitten is guaranteed to be healthy and free of infectious disease at the time of pickup. Buyers must take their kitten to their veterinarian within 72 hours for verification.

  • Parasite Screening
    Kittens are monitored and treated for common parasites such as Giardia, Coccidia, and worms prior to leaving.

  • Vaccinated, Microchipped & Vet-Cleared
    Every kitten goes home with age-appropriate vaccinations, a microchip, multiple veterinary exams, and is spayed/neutered (or protected under a SpaySecure agreement).

  • Insurance Coverage
    Each adoption includes a complimentary 30-day health insurance policy, giving families added peace of mind during the transition home.

💙 Your kitten’s health isn’t just a promise—it’s our commitment to you and your family.

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🐾 Delivery & Travel Policy 🚗💨

Can’t make it all the way to our cattery? Don't worry, we’ve got you covered!

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Delivery

At AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, we always encourage families to pick up their kitten in person at our home in Lucas, Ohio. Meeting face-to-face gives you the chance to see where your kitten was raised, ask questions, and begin your journey together in the most personal way.

For families who require hand-delivery, the following options are available:

🐾 Local Delivery (within 2 hours of Lucas, OH):

  • Hand-delivery may be available for a flat fee of $75–$100 depending on distance.

🐾 Extended Delivery (beyond 2 hours):

  • Travel is billed at $0.75 per mile round trip or $50 per hour of travel time (whichever is greater).

  • Overnight lodging or meal expenses (if required) will be the responsibility of the buyer.

Airport pickup

The nearest major airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH / KCMH) which is just over an hour from Lucas and within our free delivery radius! If you would like to pick up your kitten at the airport and fly with him or her as a carry-on, we will happily meet you there free of charge (however, a $60.00 pet carrier purchase fee will be added to the cost of your kitten). Please check individual airline policies regarding pet carry-on fees and restrictions, as these are not covered or guaranteed by Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls.

🐾 Air Delivery

Notice:

A kitten may be hand-delivered by air as an in-cabin passenger with myself or a trusted flight nanny.

  • The buyer is responsible for the cost of the airline ticket, a pet carry-on fee, and a travel service fee (typically $450–$650+, depending on destination).

🐾 Buyer Responsibility:

  • All delivery fees must be paid in full before travel arrangements are confirmed.

  • We will only deliver kittens once they are cleared by our veterinarian and fully ready for their new homes.

Sample contract

This contract must be signed before bringing you ragdoll kitten home.

Image of a sales agreement form from Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, including contact details for Tamara Shade, and information about kitten sale and guarantees.