W O O D Y P A W S

R A G D O L L S

We are based in Billericay, Essex, approximately 25 minutes from the M25/Dartford crossing and 15 minutes from Chelmsford.

With over three decades of experience, we have been dedicated to breeding Ragdoll cats under our GCCF prefix, Woodypaws, since 1991. We are also proud to be registered breeders with the British Ragdoll Cat Club.

We only breed Ragdolls and have a limited number of kittens throughout the year.  Many of our kitten enquiries are from owners who have had one of our kittens before, which just shows that 'Ragdolls are Addictive'.

We have shown our Ragdolls on a regular basis, so that we can be confident that the kittens we produce are a good example of the breed.





 Our Ragdoll Family
We are passionate breeders of affectionate and gorgeous Ragdoll cats, with a focus on their health, temperament, and socialization,  Every kitten is raised with love and care to ensure they are well-adjusted and ready to join your family.

All our kittens are GCCF registered and raised within our family home as we believe this is the best way to ensure the friendly, laid back character for which Ragdolls are famous.

In accordance with GCCF regulations, all of our boys  and girls have undergone DNA testing for the known HCM gene, conducted by Langford Vets laboratory in Bristol. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a hereditary heart condition that can affect Ragdolls as well as other cat breeds, and may not become apparent until later in a cat’s life.

Our Girls

All our girls have been DNA tested for the known HCM gene.

CHAMPION WOODYPAWS DOROTHEA (Dottie)

BLUE TABBY COLOURPOINT

A pretty tabby colour point, with the most amazing eye colour that she passes on to her kittens.

WOODYPAWS DIZZY DOLLIE

BLUE TABBY COLOURPOINT

Sister to Dottie with a lovely temperament.

WOODYPAWS CHAMBRAYE

LILAC COLOURPOINT

Chambraye has lovely bright blue eye colour and is a good mum to all her kittens.

WOODYPAWS TAKARA

CHOCOLATE MITTED

Sister to Chambraye and a fantastic mum to her first litter of kittens.

Our Boy

Murlyn has tested negative for the known HCM gene

MURLYN (Ragzwidattitude Murlyn)

BLUE MITTED

Our Blue Mitted boy from European and American lines. He has given us some lovely chunky kittens, with his laid back personality. He is at closed stud.

Healthy and Happy Kittens
Our Ragdoll kittens are raised in a loving environment with proper veterinary care and a focus on their well-being. They are carefully raised within the home and are used to all the normal household noises  They will be used to using both a litter tray and a scratching post.

Our kittens are GCCF registered, fully vaccinated (at nine and twelve weeks) against flu and enteritis and also microchipped. They are treated for fleas and worms as a precaution.

We breed kittens in both seal and blue and all traditional patterns, that is, bi colour, colourpoint and mitted. We also have tabby (lynx) kittens sometimes available.

Because Ragdolls are housecats and should not be allowed to roam outside the home, they can be very lonely if kept on their own all day. For this reason we do not allow kittens to go to homes where they will be left alone for long periods of time, without the company of either their owner or another house cat.



 Our kittens leave us with:
GCCF registration certificate

Vaccination record - including microchipping record,

5 weeks free insurance from Agria,

5 generation - laminated pedigree certificate,

2 weeks supply of Katkin fresh cat food,

A scent blanket, with smells of our home and their siblings,

A grooming brush, food bowl and few of their favourite small toys.

A New Owner Sheet giving details of all that is needed to settle a kitten in its new home.

A contract signed by ourselves and their new owners, agreeing to the proper care of their kitten.
 Lifetime support
Our commitment doesn't end after you take your kitten home. We're here to support you and your new kitten every step of the way.

We encourage all new owners to keep in contact with us and are always happy to give any advice needed on settling your kitten into its new home.

Gallery

Pictures sent to us by new owners

F.A.Q

Some of the questions we are most frequently asked

When can I first visit a kitten?

We understand that new owners are keen to visit their kitten, but they must first have a vet check and initial vaccinations at 9 weeks old.

In the meantime we will send out regular updates on the kittens' progress.

Kittens leave us at 13 weeks, having had their 2nd vaccination and vet check.

Why should Ragdolls not be allowed to roam freely?

Ragdolls are strictly house cats for the following reasons:

They have a very trusting nature and for this reason could easily allow themselves to be taken.  This, coupled with their good looks, means that they are an easy target for 'catnappers'.

There are a lot of dangers out there in the form of dogs, foxes and other wild animals, to say nothing of poisons such as anti freeze. One of the biggest threats is, of course, from cars.

They can aquire a number of diseases from other cats, such as HIV (which cannot be vaccinated against) and FeLV.

However - Ragdolls can be given access to a secure garden or else some are happy to accept a harness for strolls with their owners.

How big do Ragdolls grow?

Female Ragdolls are usually smaller than males, reaching 8 - 12 lbs, with males reaching 12 to 16 lbs. However these are general guidelines and Ragdolls don't stop growing until they are 3 - 4 years old.

It can be hard to imagine when I kitten is small, just how quickly they will grow. For this reason it is best to buy a large carrier and preferably one with a top opening as these are much easier to use.

How often should Ragdolls be groomed?

Because Ragdolls are semi-longhaired cats, without the thick undercoat of long haired cats, they do not tend to mat if they are brushed/combed on a regular basis, ie two or three times a week.

This should begin when the kitten is small so that it becomes happy with the experience.
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