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 unrealistic prices. Breeding and raising healthy kittens with proper vetting involves real investment.

✨ Why Choose 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.

  • Pre–spay/neuter blood panels for surgical 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 home.

🛡️ Protection & Peace of Mind

  • Written adoption contract and 3-year genetic health guarantee.

  • Spay/neuter completed before going home (or placed under a SpaySecure agreement).

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

💙 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.

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👉 Start Your Adoption Journey | 👉 Our Adoption Promise

Sample contract

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

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