Ragdoll Cats (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) [Paperback]

Karen Leigh Davis (Author)

Book Description

Series: Complete Pet Owner's Manual | Publication Date: April 1, 1999

Its name describes this feline. When it's picked up, it relaxes completely, going as limp as a ragdoll. This volume is filled with handsome, full-color photos, instructive line art, and easy-to-read tables and charts. It provides information on all aspects of pet care for new and prospective pet owners.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764107321
• ISBN-13: 978-0764107320
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #192,455 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Cats > Breeds

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102 of 106 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars It's Not About Any Ragdolls I've Ever Known, June 12, 2001

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Joan Fleischmann (FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ragdoll Cats (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) (Paperback)

This is a generic cat book. Substitute Siamese,American Curl,Domestic Shorthair, or the name of any other breed of cat for the word "Ragdoll" wherever it appears and you've got a "handbook" for that breed. And not a particularly good one,either! Some information is missing or incorrect. For example, there is no explanation concerning the use of killed virus for innoculations-something that every Ragdoll breeder I know insists upon. Missing is information on the slower physical maturation of Ragdolls,that they often do not attain their adult size until three or four years of age and that they remain kittens much longer than some other breeds. The Ragdoll is a unique breed (yes,yes,I know- all cats are unique;however, this book is supposed to be about Ragdolls.),but nowhere in this book do I find any references to the special personality,behaviors,and quirks of the Ragdoll. (As I write this my year old Ragdoll male,AJ,is sitting on the table next to the computer,wondering why I use the word quirks. It's meant in a loving way,my "little" boy.)Actually, this book would be a great deal more interesting,informative, and helpful if the author had consulted AJ before writing. I bought this book hoping to gain insights into the Ragdoll cat-a breed I adore.And I certainly did learn something--how to return a book that was not terribly useful or complete.

36 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The book is helpful but could have been much more., May 3, 1999

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[e-mail] (Manhattan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ragdoll Cats (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) (Paperback)

Being a Ragdoll breeder, I was anxious to see the book. I think it is pretty helpful but the author would have benefited from interviewing some of us Ragdoll Breeders; we are most happy to talk about our cats and even supply pictures. The reasons for my comments are 1] the illustrations on page 4 used to help determine a kitten's sex are reversed and 2] Although I was thrilled to see my cats and kittens pictured, you could have gotten more Championship cats or cats that illustrated more of the the colors and patterns and the standards in general.

36 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Pictures! Best Ragdoll Cat Book Ever!!!!!, May 21, 1999

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Grace L. Simms "Grace" (Birmingham, AL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ragdoll Cats (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed Ragdoll Cats : Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Health Care, Behavior, and Showing (Complete Pet Owner's Manual). The pictures are wonderful! It was terrific to see so many pictures of traditional Ragdolls. I have hoped for a Ragdoll book that wasn't so focused on the breed's history and breeding but on the pleasure of having a Ragdoll. Readers will find the manual very helpful. I especially enjoyed the author's opinion on non-professional breeding. This is a must-have for every Ragdoll fan!P.S. On page 84 is my Ragdoll--Supreme Grand Champion Dixiedolls China.