Our Story – The Heart Behind Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls
AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls is a small, family-based, TICA-registered Ragdoll breeding program located in Ohio. Our journey began with a deep love for the Ragdoll breed and a commitment to raising healthy, well-socialized kittens with exceptional temperaments, transparency, and care.
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, soulful blue eyes, and loving nature showed me just how special this breed truly is.
Along the way, I experienced disappointment as a buyer — encountering situations where cats were not the right fit and contracts were not honored. Those experiences left a lasting impression and shaped the foundation of this program. I promised myself that if I ever bred Ragdolls, I would do things differently — with honesty, integrity, and the kitten’s best interest always coming first.
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:
Our Sweet Caraline!
This is me and Caraline!
Our Purpose
Today, through AAA CLASS ACT – Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls, I am committed to raising Ragdoll 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
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.
My Promise to You
Warmly,
Tamara Shade
Shades of Sapphire Ragdolls
Ready for the Next Chapter?
Now it’s time to meet the Kings and Queens who carry on this legacy — and the kittens who may one day become part of your family’s story.
Ready to Begin Your Story?
We’d love to help you find the perfect Ragdoll companion for your home and lifestyle. Explore our available kittens or learn more about our thoughtful, personality-first adoption process.