The Ragdoll is a cat breed with a color point coat and
striking blue eyes. Their form is large and muscular and their coat is
silky soft and semi-longhair. Ragdolls were developed by American
breeder Ann Baker in the 1960s. They are best known for their docile and
placid temperament and affectionate nature. The name 'Ragdoll' is
derived from the tendency of individuals from the original breeding
stock to go limp and relaxed when picked up.
Particularly popular in both the United Kingdom and the breed's native
United States, Ragdolls are often known as 'dog-like cats' or
'puppy-like cats'. This is due to their tendency to follow people
around, their ease when physically handled, and their relative lack of
aggression toward other pets.