If you’re a lover of rare new cat breeds, I’m sure you have heard about the Persian Ragdoll mix cat. For those less familiar with the world of designer cats, I’m sure you‘ll be interested in learning more about this unique breed.
The Persian Ragdoll mix is a hybrid cat created by breeding two purebreds – the Persian cat and the Ragdoll cat.
It combines the greatest qualities of the two parent breeds: the gorgeous fur and endearing demeanor of the Persian and the cheerful, laid-back spirit of the Ragdoll. This results in a very affectionate and friendly cat that is ideal for any home!
All Persian Ragdoll mix cats are a tiny bit different from one another. So, let’s discover their most interesting traits!
1. Size
When talking about the size of the Persian Ragdoll mix cat, we must first consider the size of the parent breeds.
When fully grown, Ragdoll cats can weigh up to 20 pounds; they are a huge cat breed. Persian cats are, on the other hand, smaller than Ragdolls; they are a medium-sized cat that, at maturity, weighs about 12 pounds.
Due to the size difference of the parent breeds, you can expect their offspring to be somewhere in between the two. The typical Persian Ragdoll mix cat should stand between 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) in height and weigh between 8 and 13 pounds (4-6kg).
They don’t mature fast, and they only reach their peak size at roughly 3 years of age, just like their parents.
As Persian and Ragdoll cats have such dissimilar body types, your cat’s size will usually most closely resemble the parent they take after.
2. Type Of Fur
One thing is for sure: a Persian Ragdoll cat will not have short hair.
Persian and Ragdoll cats both have long hair, yet their coats differ greatly. The low-maintenance silky coat of the Ragdoll cat is renowned for requiring little maintenance.
On the other hand, the Persian needs to be brushed every day due to its smooth double coat, which tangles and mats more easily.
Depending on which parent breed the Persian Ragdoll mix takes after, it may have any coat type.
3. Coat Color
Both Persian and Ragdoll coats can be a variety of colors, so you can expect the same for their offspring!
Persian Ragdoll mix cats can be cream, lilac, blue, chocolate, brown, red, gray, black, white, and some others as well.
4. Coat Pattern
As for the coat pattern, there are many patterns for Persian Ragdoll mix cats including colorpoint, tortoiseshell, bicolor, mitted, or tabby.
5. Facial Features
As you might already know, Ragdoll cats don’t have any unusual facial features, but Persian cats do. They have either a flat face (peke face) or a doll face.
The Ragdoll Persian Mix may have a doll face or a peke face, depending on the Persian parent breed.
The peke or flat-faced Persian cats typically have their noses placed directly between their eyes, giving the impression that they have a third eye. Persian cats with doll faces typically have a longer face or longer nose.
6. Eye Color
Persian Ragdoll mix cats usually have blue eyes, but they can also be green or gold.
7. Personality
The personality of the Persian Ragdoll mix cat breed can be best described as a mixture of personalities of both parent breeds, just like their appearance. A Ragdoll Persian mix cat is very affectionate (they love cuddles!) with a very laid-back demeanor.
They adore spending time with their loved ones and they are very patient with kids, which they get from their Persian breed genes. They get their easy-going and dog-like attitude from their Ragdoll breed genes.
Both parent breeds are playful and friendly, and so are Persian Ragdoll mix cats. They are rarely aggressive in any way. This is because both of these breeds have a loyal and protective disposition.
8. Lifespan
Ragdoll Persian hybrid cats typically live longer than the majority of other cat breeds. Both Persian and Ragdoll cats have a long lifespan, so this can also be expected for their offspring.
A Persian Ragdoll mix should typically live for 12 to 15 years, give or take a few years.
Your Ragdoll Persian mix has a strong chance of living into its early twenties (however it is not guaranteed).
9. Need For Physical Exercise
You should anticipate that your Persian Ragdoll mix cat will require the same amount of daily activity as your average Persian or Ragdoll cat. Both breeds are energetic, so providing regular, moderate exercise is the key to keeping a Persian Ragdoll mix cat happy and healthy.
Don’t forget about mental stimulation too; this will help to avoid destructive chewing, loud meowing, as well as separation anxiety. All cats need to exercise their brain, and this cat breed is no exception.
10. Grooming Needs
Your cat’s coat (and thus how much they shed) depends mostly on which parent they take after most; Ragdolls and Persians have two very distinct coat types that have different grooming requirements.
You will probably spend a lot more time and effort brushing your cat if it has a coat resembling that of the Ragdoll parent, but less time dealing with shedding.
If your pet is more Persian-like, brushing them will take less time and effort, but you may have to spend more time cleaning up the fur they shed.
11. Health Issues
Even though parent breeds of Persian Ragdoll mix cats are generally very healthy cat breeds, they are still prone to some specific diseases. As you can already guess, this hybrid breed can suffer from the same diseases that Persian and Ragdoll cat breeds often deal with.
Ragdolls are prone to adrenal gland issues, sebaceous adenitis (a type of skin disease), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, urinary tract infection, and gum disease. On the other hand, Persian cats often suffer from allergies, heart disease, and hyperthyroidism.
It can be expected of Persian Ragdoll mix cats to have a higher rate of the mentioned diseases their parent breeds suffer from.
Don’t forget – genetics play an important role in disease development but so does a healthy diet and getting enough physical exercise, so make sure your cat is getting high-quality food and has plenty of physical activity!
Of course, vaccination is a must, as with any cat of any breed. The same goes for sterilization – a cat that is spayed or neutered enjoys a lot of health benefits!
12. Price
In general, Persian Ragdoll hybrids are not the most expensive designer breed. This mixed breed’s price might vary significantly depending on the breeder and area, just like other designer cats. There are no set prices on the market, so the breeder can determine their own price based on demand.
The price of a Persian Ragdoll mix kitten can range anywhere from $200 up to $3000.
Breeders can charge whatever prices their customers are willing to pay for their Persian Ragdoll kittens because there are no breed standards set by breeding associations.
As a hybrid of two purebred cats, the Persian Ragdoll mix cat is not acknowledged as an official cat breed. Because of that, you might expect them to be less expensive than a purebred Ragdoll or Persian kitten but that’s not always the case.
Make sure you do your homework before buying a kitten from a specific breeder, just so you’re sure that you are receiving a healthy, well-socialized pet.