EastCoastRagdolls Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing a kitten is an exciting decision, and we want you to feel informed and comfortable throughout the process. Below are answers to some of the questions families commonly have about our kittens, waitlist, health care, reservations, and bringing a kitten home.
We are located near Richmond, VA and our kittens are priced at 3500 to pet homes, and we offer a discount if two siblings are placed in the same home. We offer show rights, but selectively and based on kitten characteristics and pricing is adjusted separately in those circumstances.
Waitlist & Litters
How does your waitlist work?
Our waitlist is organized according to each family’s preferred gender. Waitlist positions are shown separately for male and female kittens so that families can clearly see their place in line for their preferred gender.
Your position represents your place in line for that preference. Actual kitten availability depends on the kittens born in each litter and the preferences of families ahead of you.
When are your upcoming litters expected to go home?
We currently have two kittens left for the breeding season! We have no other space on the waitlist for our planned litters.
Does my waitlist position guarantee a ragdoll kitten?
A waitlist position represents your place in line for your preferred gender. It does not guarantee a specific kitten, color, pattern, personality, or exact placement date.
Availability depends on the kittens produced in each litter and the preferences of families ahead of you.
Can I change my gender preference after joining the waitlist?
If your preferences change, please contact us as soon as possible. We can discuss whether a change is possible and how it may affect your position in the applicable waitlist.
A change in preference may change your position because male and female waitlists are maintained separately.
Can I request a specific color or pattern?
Color and pattern preferences may be discussed during the kitten selection process. However, specific colors and patterns cannot be guaranteed because they depend on what is produced in each litter.
Families should identify which preferences are most important to them so we can better understand what they are hoping for.
Reservations & Ragdoll Kitten Selection
How are ragdoll kittens selected?
Kitten selection follows the applicable waitlist order and the preferences of families ahead of you.
Families are contacted as their place in the selection process approaches and as kittens become available.
When will I know which ragdoll kitten I can choose?
Families are contacted as kittens develop and become available for selection. The timing of contact may vary depending on litter size, gender, color, pattern, development, and the preferences of families ahead of you. Kittens are selected by families when they are eight weeks old.
Can I reserve a specific kitten before it is born?
Specific kitten selection generally cannot be finalized before kittens are born and sufficiently developed for their characteristics and availability to be evaluated.
Families may communicate their preferences in advance, but final availability depends on the actual litter.
Can I choose a ragdoll kitten based on personality?
Yes. Personality and temperament are important considerations when matching a kitten with a family. As kittens mature, we learn more about their individual personalities and can use that information during the placement process.
Health & Veterinary Care
What veterinary care do ragdoll kittens receive?
Kittens receive age-appropriate care and veterinary attention before going home. They also are fixed and have had time to heal so that you don’t have to worry about that yourself.
Will my kitten have a veterinary examination before going home?
Our standard policy is that kittens should receive an age-appropriate veterinary examination before placement and to be seen by a vet routinely to confirm health.
Will my ragdoll kitten be vaccinated?
Kittens are generally started on age-appropriate vaccinations according to veterinary recommendations and the individual kitten’s age so this means between 2-3 of the standard three way vaccines are given before go home day.
Will my ragdollkitten be dewormed?
Routine kitten parasite prevention and deworming will be provided according to age and veterinary recommendations.
Will I receive my kitten’s health records?
Veterinary and health records applicable to your kitten should be provided to you at or before placement.
Raising & Socialization
How are ragdoll kittens socialized?
Kittens are handled and cared for daily in an environment designed to support healthy development and positive human interaction. I have four children and they love to play with the kittens, but I also work with them on being held, cuddled, paws touched, general noise and activity they will see in a home.
Are ragdoll kittens accustomed to being handled?
Kittens are the center of our house and interact with our daily.
Bringing Your Ragdoll Kitten Home
When can my kitten go home?
Kittens go home when they are o12-14 weeks old, healed from their fixing surgery, and the vet has cleared them for their new home.
Your anticipated go-home timeframe will be communicated as your kitten progresses toward placement.
What should I have ready before bringing my kitten home?
We recommend preparing the following before your kitten arrives:
- A secure cat carrier
- Food and fresh water supplies
- Litter box and appropriate litter
- A comfortable sleeping area
- Age-appropriate toys
- Scratching surfaces
- A quiet, safe area for the initial adjustment period
Your veterinarian can also help you establish a wellness plan after your kitten arrives home.
Should I take my ragdoll kitten to my veterinarian after bringing them home?
We recommend establishing a relationship with your veterinarian and scheduling a post-placement wellness visit according to your veterinarian’s recommendations and the terms of your kitten’s health agreement.
Reservation & Payments
How much are your kittens?
All kittens are 3500 unless otherwise stated. This pricing model helps prevent confusion when pickup time comes as you know already what you will be paying before you even get on the waitlist. We provide this transparency intentionally for your convenience.
Is a resveration required to reserve a kitten?
A reservation is required to be put on the waitlist. It is 500 dollars per kitten and can be accepted with nearly any payment method. Even if a reservation is waived during a sibling adoption, that reservation fee still counts for the sibling kitten also.
Are deposits refundable?
No
When is the remaining balance due?
The remaining balance is due a week before kitten goes home for virtual payments, or at time of pickup for cash. All virtual payments have a 4 percent transaction fee, that includes reservation fees.
Contract & Health Guarantee
Do I need to sign a contract?
A written kitten purchase or placement agreement is standard practice and helps ensure that both the cattery and the new family understand the responsibilities and terms of placement.
Do you provide a health guarantee?
A 2 year written health guarantee will be provided with your kitten purchase agreement.
What happens if my ragdoll kitten becomes ill after going home?
We assert all kittens leave our home healthy and have a conditionless 3 days refund guarnatee.
Registration & Paperwork
Will my ragdoll kitten come with registration paperwork?
All ragdoll kittens are TICA registerd as pets and that paperwork will go home with them at the time of sale. We take pride in having our kittens registered to confirm thier heritage.
Pickup & Transportation
Can I pick up my kitten in person?
Local or in-person pickup may be available by appointment. Pickup arrangements should be confirmed with us before your kitten’s go-home date.
Do you offer delivery or transportation?
Transportation options are available both within the US and select international countries. We do not allow our kittens to fly cargo, pet nanny only and we also have ground transportation available.
After Your Kitten Goes Home
Can I contact you after my kitten goes home?
We encourage families to stay in communication and reach out with questions about their kitten’s transition, care, and development.
What if I can no longer keep my kitten?
Families should contact the cattery before making arrangements to surrender, rehome, or transfer ownership of a kitten or cat.
Can I rehome my kitten if my circumstances change?
Families should contact us if circumstances change and a kitten or cat can no longer remain in the home. Depending on your agreement, the cattery may have specific requirements regarding rehoming or transfer of ownership.
General Questions
Do you allow visitors to the cattery?
We havea closed cattery for the safety of newborn kittens, but we offer virutal video calls tosee kittens and discuss our catteries policies.
How can I contact you if my question isn’t answered here?
If you have a question that is not answered above, please contact us directly. We are happy to discuss the kitten placement process and help you determine whether one of our kittens is the right fit for your family.
Still Have Questions?
We are happy to help. Please reach out to us with any questions about our kittens, upcoming litters, waitlist, or placement process. Our email is hello@eastcoastragdolls.com
