Are you confused about bringing up a Ragdoll and a Siamese cat? What if I tell you that you can get both personalities in the same feline breed. Yes, this is possible in the Ragdoll Siamese mix breed. Ragdoll cat mix with Siamese is a crossbreed of ragdoll and Siamese containing the mixed personalities of a long-coated ragdoll and chatty Siamese cat.
Though the ragdoll and Siamese cats have fully opposite personalities, the mixed breed is a perfect combination of them. They are lovely, affectionate, and people-oriented cats.
Ragdoll Siamese are often called “Ragamese”. Since they have mixed personalities of ragdoll and siamese, which are dominating in the mixed breed? People often have this question.
If you are curious to know about this mixed breed, you are in the right place. In this article, we will explore all the things related to the Ragdoll Siamese mix breed e.g. their appearances, personality, price, features, etc.
So let’s jump into it.
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What is Ragdoll Siamese mix ?
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Ragdoll Siamese mix cat is the cross between a purebred ragdoll and Siamese. They are well known for their affectionate, lovely, intelligent nature. They are very playful and family-oriented cats and happily enjoy good cuddles.
Though the actual history of the Ragdoll-Siamese mix is not known, but they gained popularity in the cat lovers community since the 19th century, especially in America and Australia.
Unlike purebred ragdoll cats, the mix breeds are generally hard to find. Sometimes the cat breeders don’t recognize them. The Siamese ragdoll mix is an even rarer breed and it is very difficult to find them. Thus most breeders don’t specialize to breed them.
But their elegant looks make it special and commonly known by the name “Ragamese”.
Ragdoll Siamese mix appearance – What do they look like?
Ragamese cats are a combination of purebred ragdoll and Siamese thus some of their features are inherited from the parents’ breed. Like ragdoll cats, Ragdoll Siamese mix also has moderately long, silky hair.
The colour of their coat is seal and this varies from white to creamy. The color and pattern of Ramamese look like a Balinese cat (Long-haired Siamese cat) so many people are mistaken as they are the same.
Like the parent’s breed ragdoll Siamese mix also has striking blue eyes. This occurs due to a gene that inhibits the development of the eye pigment. As we know all kitties generally have blue eyes because they don’t have this pigment in their eyes until they grow up to 6 weeks old. A fully grown Ragamese also doesn’t have this gene thus their eye has a captivating striking blue color.
The share of the eye may vary in shape from the almond-like shape of Siamese to the round shape of a ragdoll cat.
They have generally a medium to large shape showing a muscular build. Adult Ragamese weight lies between 8 to 15 pounds. Females Ragamese have a lower weight than males.
Ragdoll Siamese mix personality – best of both world
The Siamese ragdoll mix is a combination of an affectionate ragdoll and an intelligent Siamese cat. They are sociable, friendly, affectionate, and extremely docile. They love to spend family time and are a perfect cat for the family. They are well suited for kids due to their calm nature.
Ragamese is a vocal-natured felines, they talk with their owners in a more melodic manner which sounds sweeter than Siamese cats. They love to have a sweet conversation with their owners and get their attention.
They are also docile and laidback-natured like a ragdoll and they love to be cuddled and carried up, and go limp when carried up like a ragdoll cat.
They are intelligent and decent-natured, thus they can learn stuff quickly. Since they are decent and less aggressive cats they can also go easily with other cats and dogs. Therefore Ragamese is a great choice for multipet families.
They are very clingy-natured cats, thus it is very difficult to leave them alone at home. So keeping another pet at home while leaving them alone is advised.
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Siamese ragdoll mix lifespan and potential health issues
Though the life span of cats depends on various factors, still you can expect a long age lifespan for Ragamese with proper care, good nutrients, and regular health checkups.
A ragdoll siamese mixed breed has quite longer lives. They live up to 15 years long but the age can be extended a few more years it proper health care and nutrient values.
Like other ragdoll mix breeds, Ragamese cats are also prone to some health issues.
Here are some common health issues of Ragamese:
- Urinary tract disorders: Ragamese are very prone to urinary tract disorders including some common diseases in their bladder, kidney, and urethra.
- Polycystic kidney disease: Polycystic kidney disease or PKD is a common problem in various ragdoll breeds. This disease occurs due to the formation of multiple cysts in the kidney. These cysts grow larger over time and cause kidney failure.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy or HCM is also a common problem that occurs in many ragdoll cats. This problem occurs due to the thickening of the heart muscles and causes a significant decline in heart function. The early symptoms of this disease is the short breathing, fainting, and lethargy. Proper treatment is required at the early stage otherwise this disease causes the life risk of Ragamese cats.
- Progressive retinal Atrophy: Progressive retinal Atrophy or PRA is an eye disease caused by decreasing function of eye photoreceptors. At the early stage of PRA, this disease is called retinal dysplasia. This is caused by abnormal growth of photoreceptor cells which ultimately results in blindness of cats.
These are some diseases observed in Ragamese. However, to prevent such disease regular health checkups by vet, with a proper nutrient diet, and early detection of disease is required to keep your lovely feline healthy.
Ragamese cat diet plan
A good diet plan is always the first priority to keep your Ragamese healthy and active. Like all other cats, Ragamrese is also an obligate carnivore also called hypercarnivore meaning they require 70% meat or animal protein. You should consider a healthy protein source which comes from good quality meat, and fish as a primary source of protein.
Always prepare a diet chart by considering your cat’s age, body weight, and their activity levels. Generally ay at younger age frequent diet is required for their rapid growth. But an adult Ragamese required twice or thrice times meals per day.
Consult with your veterinarian to make the best diet chart for your cat that fulfills your cat’s nutrient needs.
Ragamese cat price
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The price of a ragdoll cat is quite high and Ragamese is not exception. The price of a ragdoll Siamese cat falls in the range of $1500 to $2500. The price can also increase up to $4000 depending on their coat color, and health condition.
Wrapping up…
Ragdoll cat mixed with Siamese is a docile, family-oriented cat breeds that always snuggle for a cuddle and they are more clingy-natured cat than other ragdoll breeds. Therefore they need owners who can give them lots of love and affection.
Like other cat breeds, Ragamese are also prone to diseases either inherited from their parents or from the environment. So it’s very important to take care of them by maintaining proper hygiene, regular health checkups, and feeding them a balanced diet.
So what’s your opinion? If you think that Ragamese is a perfect choice for you then you can bring up them from the nearest cat breeders or from the cat rescue center.