Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our Ragdoll kittens, breeding program, reservations, health care, pickup, delivery, and bringing your new kitten home.
General Questions
Learn more about how Liz James Ragdolls operates and how we raise our kittens.
What is Liz James Ragdolls?
Liz James Ragdolls is a small, home-based Ragdoll breeding program. Our cats and kittens are raised in our home with our family.
Are your kittens raised in your home?
Yes. Our kittens are raised in our home with our family and receive regular human interaction, affection, handling, and age-appropriate socialization.
How often do you have Ragdoll litters?
We intentionally keep our breeding program small. We generally have about one litter per year, and sometimes we wait as long as two years between litters.
Why do you have limited litters?
Keeping our program small allows us to concentrate on the cats and kittens in our care and give each kitten individual attention and socialization.
What type of families are you looking for?
We look for kitten-loving and pet-loving families who are ready to provide a safe, stable, loving home and care for their Ragdoll throughout its life.
Do you sell kittens to families outside your area?
Families who cannot personally pick up their kitten may discuss available delivery options with us.
About Our Kittens
Information about socialization, litter training, vaccinations, and preparation before going home.
How are your kittens socialized?
Our kittens are raised around our family and receive regular human interaction, gentle handling, affection, play, and exposure to normal household experiences appropriate for their age.
Are your kittens litter trained?
Kittens are introduced to litter-box habits as they develop. We also introduce potty pads so families can continue a familiar routine after bringing their kitten home.
Are the kittens vaccinated?
Yes. Kittens are vaccinated and kept up to date with vaccinations appropriate for their age before leaving our care.
Are the kittens dewormed?
Yes. Appropriate deworming care is provided before kittens leave our care.
Do the kittens receive parasite treatment?
Yes. Appropriate parasite treatments are provided before kittens leave our care.
Are the kittens spayed or neutered?
No. Our kittens leave while they are still young and are not spayed or neutered by us before going home.
Families should discuss the appropriate timing with their veterinarian based on their kitten's individual health and development.
Do the kittens come with health records?
Yes. Applicable vaccination, veterinary, deworming, parasite-treatment, and other health documentation is provided with the kitten's going-home paperwork.
Reserving a Ragdoll Kitten
Everything you need to know about holding an available kitten and completing your purchase.
How much is the reservation deposit?
The reservation deposit is $400. The deposit is refundable according to the terms of the reservation agreement.
What does the $400 deposit do?
The $400 reservation deposit is used to hold the selected available kitten according to the terms of the reservation agreement.
Is the reservation deposit refundable?
Yes. The $400 reservation deposit is refundable according to the terms and conditions of the reservation agreement.
When is the final payment due?
The remaining balance is due upon personal pickup or upon delivery of the kitten.
Can I reserve a kitten before it is ready to go home?
Yes. An available kitten may be reserved according to its availability and the terms of the reservation agreement.
Can I reserve a kitten for personal pickup?
Yes. Families can reserve a kitten and arrange a scheduled personal pickup once the kitten is ready to leave our care.
Can I reserve a kitten and have it delivered?
Yes. Delivery can be arranged for families who cannot personally travel to pick up their kitten.
Bringing Your Kitten Home
Choose personal pickup or discuss a delivery option that works for your family.
Can I pick up my kitten personally?
Yes. Personal pickup can be arranged once the kitten is ready to leave our care.
How much does safe crate delivery cost?
Safe crate delivery starts from $150. The exact delivery arrangements and applicable cost are confirmed before delivery is finalized.
How much does ground delivery cost?
Ground delivery starts from $300. The exact cost depends on the destination and delivery arrangements.
What does safe crate delivery mean?
Safe crate delivery means the kitten is transported in a secure crate appropriate for transportation. Delivery arrangements are discussed with the family before the kitten is transported.
When is payment due if my kitten is delivered?
The remaining balance is due upon delivery of the kitten.
Will I receive delivery information?
Yes. Delivery arrangements and relevant information will be communicated with the family before the kitten is transported.
Safe crate delivery starts from $150. Ground delivery starts from $300.
The applicable delivery arrangement and final cost are confirmed before transportation is finalized.
What Comes With My Kitten?
Your kitten leaves with supplies and documentation to help you begin the transition into your home.
What does my Ragdoll kitten come home with?
Each kitten goes home with a starter package that includes:
Starter food, a blanket, a toy, litter, potty-pad information/supplies, applicable health and veterinary records, purchase paperwork, pedigree documentation, and care information.
Will my kitten come with food?
Yes. Starter food is included so your kitten can have familiar food during the transition to its new home.
Will my kitten come with a blanket and toy?
Yes. A blanket and toy are included in the kitten's starter package.
Will litter be included?
Yes. Litter is included as part of the starter package.
Will I receive the kitten's pedigree?
Applicable pedigree documentation is provided with the kitten's paperwork.
Will I receive a health guarantee?
Yes. Our kittens are covered by a two-year health guarantee, subject to the terms and conditions of the written health guarantee.
Health Questions
Important information about your kitten's health preparation and our two-year health guarantee.
How long is your health guarantee?
Our kittens come with a two-year health guarantee, subject to the terms and conditions of the written agreement.
Does the health guarantee replace veterinary care?
No. The health guarantee does not replace routine veterinary care, vaccinations, parasite prevention, proper nutrition, or professional veterinary advice.
What should I do if my kitten becomes sick?
Contact your veterinarian promptly for professional examination and advice. You should also contact us and provide the relevant veterinary documentation so the matter can be reviewed according to the written health guarantee.
Should I take my kitten to my veterinarian after pickup?
We recommend that every new kitten family establish veterinary care and follow their veterinarian's recommendations for examinations, vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition, and ongoing care.
We're Happy to Hear From You
If you have a question that is not answered here, please contact Liz James Ragdolls. We are happy to discuss our kittens, upcoming litters, reservations, pickup, delivery, and kitten care.
We encourage families to ask questions, learn about our breeding program, understand the responsibilities of Ragdoll ownership, and make sure they are prepared before reserving a kitten.
Ready to Learn More About Our Ragdoll Kittens?
Contact Liz James Ragdolls to ask a question or learn more about available kittens and upcoming litters.
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