Adoption Information

All deposits are nonrefundable. Please read this policy carefully before placing a deposit.

“Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Buyer will forfeit the deposit and any rights to the Cat if

(a) Buyer fails to complete the purchase of the Cat for any reason, or

(b) Buyer fails to pay the balance of the Purchase Price by the transfer date.

In either event, Breeder shall be free to sell the Cat to another party.

In the event that the Cat is not available due to sickness, death, or any other circumstance owning to the fault of the Breeder, Buyer’s deposit will, at Buyer’s option, be either (i) refunded or (ii) transferred to the next available cat/kitten.”

I offer a three-day General Health Guarantee to protect against illness contracted prior to a cat/kitten leaving my cattery and a Genetic Health Guarantee to protect against inherited genetic diseases during the first five years of the cat/kitten’s life.

My first priority in breeding is to maintain the health and wellbeing of all my kittens. I urge you to reach out to me if your cat/kitten develops any health issues. I will work with you to the best of my ability.

“General Health Guarantee. Breeder guarantees that the Cat is generally and reasonably healthy at the time Buyer takes possession of the Cat (unless otherwise indicated and agreed on by Breeder and Buyer). The General Health Guarantee does not cover stress-related conditions such as mild upper respiratory illnesses.

If, pursuant to the above process, Buyer’s chosen veterinarian determines and makes a written record that the Cat has a chronic or serious health problem, […]then Breeder will, at Breeder’s discretion, enact one of the following two options:

i. Agree to pay for treatment of the diagnosed illness up to 50% of the Purchase Price of the Cat, or

ii. Require Buyer to return the Cat to Breeder within seventy-two (72) hours and then, upon receipt of Cat, either (i) promptly refund entire Purchase Price, or (ii) deliver a replacement kitten from Breeder’s next available litter. Buyer must pay for any shipping and any other miscellaneous charges associated with the transport of such kitten.

Genetic Health Guarantee. Breeder guarantees that the Cat is free from any genetic disorders or conditions that will significantly impact the Cat’s overall lifespan or activity, such as hormonal abnormalities, clotting disorders, and the like. The Genetic Health Guarantee does not include allergies, dermatitis, heart murmurs, bite malocclusions, tail faults, undescended testicles, nor does it include other minor conditions such as ear infections, urinary tract infections, or the like.

If, prior to the expiration of the five-year period, the Cat is diagnosed with a genetic disorder or condition that will significantly impact the Cat’s overall lifespan or activity, and if such disorder or condition is confirmed in writing by two veterinarians (one veterinarian to be of Buyer’s choosing and expense and one veterinarian to be of Breeder’s choosing and expense), then Buyer shall have one of the following two options:

i. Keep the Cat. Should Buyer choose to keep the Cat, Breeder will refund 50% of the price that was originally paid for the Cat. Such 50% refund applies only to the Purchase Price of the Cat and does not apply to any testing, veterinary bills, shipping, or travel costs that Buyer might incur. Buyer understands that, in choosing this option, any and all guarantees of the Cat’s health are null and void.

ii. Relinquish the Cat to Breeder. Should Buyer choose to relinquish the Cat to Breeder, Breeder will deliver to Buyer a replacement kitten from Breeder’s next available litter. Buyer must pay for any shipping and any other miscellaneous charges associated with the transport of such kitten.”

Please, do not declaw your cat/kitten. Simply Ragdolls views this surgery inhumane as it involves amputating the last joint of the cat’s toes and is known to cause pain.

“Buyer warrants that the Cat will not be declawed. Declawed cats may develop physical, emotional, and behavioral problems such as poor balance, insecurity, biting, and poor litter box use. Declawing the Cat shall cause all health guarantees to become null and void.”

Since Ragdolls are bred to have a docile temperament, they lack may of the survival skills necessary for life outdoors. They should not be allowed outside unless under direct supervision.

“Buyer warrants that the Cat will be housed in a clean, indoor area of adequate size for exercise and will not be confined to a cage as a way of life, nor will the Cat be allowed to roam freely outside. Buyer understands that violation of this clause shall cause all health guarantees to become null and void.”

All kittens are sold as pets and will be spayed/neutered before leaving my home. The only exceptions are kittens purchased as breeding cats.

“If purchased as a pet, Breeder will have the Cat spayed/neutered before transferring ownership to Buyer.”

Adopting a Ragdoll is a long-term commitment. However, I do understand that life happens and circumstances change. Please contact me if you cannot keep your Ragdoll for any reason. I will gladly help you find a good home or take the cat/kitten myself.

“Under no circumstances will this Cat be sold, leased, or given away to any pet store, animal shelter, research laboratory, breeding mill, or an agent for any such business or facility.

Buyer agrees to never relinquish the Cat to a shelter.

If, for any reason, at any time in the Cat’s life, Buyer cannot retain ownership of the Cat, Buyer will immediately notify Breeder. Breeder will, at Breeder’s discretion, either help Buyer find a new home for the Cat or take possession of the Cat at no cost to Breeder.”