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Ragdoll Cats

A large, semi-longhaired lap cat that famously goes limp when picked up.

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FactValueSource
OriginCalifornia, United States (1960s)Whiskaschecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
PurposeCompanion and show catWhiskaschecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
TemperamentExceptionally gentle and docile; enjoys being carried and heldWhiskaschecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
Average Weight4.5–9 kgNote: Females ≈4.5–6.8 kg; males ≈6.8–9 kg.Whiskaschecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Lifespan12–17 yearsWhiskaschecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence

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