Meet Simba: Ragdoll Cat Spotlight of the Week

Meet Simba…

I first heard of Ragdolls when I searching to adopt & saw a Ragdoll mix.  I researched Ragdolls, since I wasn’t familiar with the breed, or cats for that matter. I called to inquire about adopting her & wanted to schedule a time to stop by.  I was told to wait until she was ready to leave her kittens to plan a visit, in one month.  When I called back on the specific date, she had been adopted by another family. I was very disappointed.

I went on my quest to find a Ragdoll breeder.  After countless searches, I found a breeder, Melissa Keefer, founder of Pretty Kitty Ragdolls.  When I spoke to Melissa, I quickly had a connection with her & knew immediately she’s a reputable breeder.  She had many adorable kittens to choose from.  I initially inquired about a Seal Point Bi-color kitten, since I loved the dark bi-color faces, then I saw my boy – Blue Point Mitted w/Blaze – loved the mitts & blaze!  I knew that he was the one for me.  I mailed my deposit in the next day.  Melissa was a tremendous help before, during the transition & to this day.  We keep in touch, & I would highly recommend her!

He grew up to be a fine looking boy!

Coming up with his name was difficult.  I was searching many sites & didn’t decide on a name until a month after I brought him home.  We decided on Simba. The name suits him well with his mane & superior, yet gentle attitude.

I saw this on floppycats.com I just had to have it.  I was entered in the contest, & since I decided win, I decided to purchase it anyways!  Here is Simba sprawled out enjoying the luxury…

Tired out from bird watching…

I decided Simba needed a playmate when he was 8 months old.  I have a little Seal Point Bi-color kitty (same breeder).  I had picked out her name before I brought her home – Sasha.  The two immediately bonded, with Simba grooming her in the few moments they finally met face-to-face.  They chase one another around, as she is finally getting bigger & challenging him.  Simba is a big boy now, weighing 12-1/4 lbs. now a little over 1 year old & daily exercise is a good thing.

Here are a few pictures of Simba adoring his new playmate when they first met…

Simba’s birthday – September 24, 2012….

He’s not happy about this!

Sometimes things just work out for the best & we have to experience some disappointments.  I didn’t get the Ragdoll mix, but I have 2 wonderful Ragdoll kitties that I adore!  I was lucky I committed to Simba that evening on the phone because I was told later that many people were disappointed that he was reserved!

My thanks to Jenny & all the readers for the great stories & advice.

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