The Story Behind Shades of Sapphire

What began with one kitten grew into a lifelong love and a promise to raise Ragdolls with honesty, health, and heart.

I never imagined I would become a Ragdoll breeder. My journey began with my very first Ragdoll, Caraline, who completely stole my heart. Her gentle personality and soulful blue eyes showed me how truly special this breed is.

Along the way, I faced disappointing experiences with other breeders — being sold cats that were not fit, and seeing contracts not honored. Those moments left a lasting impression on me, and I vowed that if I ever bred Ragdolls, I would do things differently.

✨ Read Caraline’s Full Story

Caraline is the Ragdoll who changed everything for me.
If you’d like to read the full story of how one blue-eyed girl inspired this entire cattery, you can read our blog below:

👉 Caraline: The Ragdoll Who Started It All

“Caraline, a seal-point bicolor Ragdoll cat from AAA Class Act – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, looking upward with soft lighting.”
“Tamara Shade, owner of AAA Class Act – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, smiling while holding a Ragdoll cat. Warm, friendly breeder portrait.”

Our Sweet Caraline!

This is me!

Our Purpose

Today, through AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, I am committed to raising kittens with honesty, integrity, and the highest standards of care. Every kitten is raised in my home, handled daily with love, and placed only with families who are ready to provide a lifetime of care.

I want every family who adopts from me to feel secure, supported, and confident that they are receiving not just a kitten, but a promise:

  • A healthy, well-socialized kitten

  • Transparent contracts that are honored fully

  • Lifetime breeder support — because adoption doesn’t end on Gotcha Day

“Seal point Ragdoll kitten sitting on a pink background at AAA Class Act – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls.”

My Promise to You

While I do everything possible to ensure the health of every kitten, it’s important to remember that kittens are living creatures. I cannot guarantee that a kitten will never become sick after leaving my care — but I can guarantee that each kitten leaves here with a strong, healthy start, and that I will always stand by my commitments to their families.

Warmly,
Tamara Shade
Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls

“Illustration of a mother Ragdoll cat cuddling her litter of kittens in a basket, symbolizing the loving, family-raised care behind every kitten at AAA Class Act – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls in Lucas, Ohio.”

Ready for the Next Chapter?

Our story is just the beginning. Now it’s time to meet the Kings and Queens who carry on this legacy and the kittens who will become part of your family’s story.

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Ready to Begin Your Story?

We’d love to help you find the perfect Ragdoll companion. Explore our available kittens, learn about adoption, or join our Priority List for early access.

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