Are Mink Ragdolls Rare?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Minks come from a specific bloodline of Ragdoll cats that goes down all the way to the very first Ragdolls cats. When two Minks are bred together, only

half

of the litter is comprised of Minks. This makes these cats not as common, but they have very high genetic value for the Ragdoll cat breed.

What is the rarest Ragdoll?

Yes,

red point Ragdolls or flame point Ragdolls

are among the rarest Ragdoll cats out there. While blue Ragdolls are the most popular and the most common, red ones are not so easy to come across.

How much is a mink Ragdoll kitten?

Ragdoll Kitten Quality Approximate Cost Breeder &

Show Quality


$2,500+

Show Quality


$1,200 – $2,250+

Breeder Quality


$1,500 – $2,500+

Pet Quality


$425+

What makes a Ragdoll a mink?

Mink Ragdoll kittens are

born with color

, unlike traditional Ragdoll kittens who are born white. The point color of the mink is much stronger, richer, and darker than that of the traditional Ragdoll. Mink Ragdolls come in all the traditional colors of seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, flame, cream, tortie, and blue/cream.

How do I know if my Ragdoll is a mink?

Traditional: Mink Ragdolls

have a thicker, plusher coat than

traditional Ragdolls, often with an extremely plush tail. The coat of a mink is smoother and much softer than traditional Ragdolls. Minks have a richer colored, more eye-catching coat than traditional Ragdolls. Mink Ragdolls are born with their coat color.

Why are Ragdolls so expensive?

Ragdoll cats are so expensive

because they are carefully and selectively bred to achieve their highly desirable characteristics

. Their steep price can also be attributed to their availability—or lack thereof. … In general, you can expect the cost to vary from a couple of hundred dollars to thousands of dollars.

What color eyes do mink Ragdolls have?

Mink Ragdoll: can have eye colors usually ranging from

an Aqua through all the blue/green shades to the Traditional Blue eyes

. It is almost impossible to determine final eye color on Mink kittens. But it is usually safe to say you will get something from Aqua to Blue.

Do all Ragdolls have blue eyes?

Ragdolls’ big, bright, blue eyes are another defining characteristic of the breed, but not all Ragdolls have them.

All purebred Ragdolls have blue eyes

, but mixed breed Ragdolls might have dark blue, green, or gold-colored eyes that change during the course of kittenhood.

Can Ragdolls be solid color?

The six main point colors of Ragdolls are seal, chocolate, blue, lilac, red, and cream. These colors

can either be solid or shaded with Lynx

(Tabby) markings, Tortie, or a combination of both, known as Tortie-Lynx.

What is a mink sepia Ragdoll?

Sepia, mink, and traditional Ragdolls are

all pointed

, and have varying shades of color throughout their coat; i.e., darker ears, nose, feet, and tail. A solid does not have this variation, so a black and white solid will have the strong bright white contrast against the rich dark black coloring.

Do mink Ragdolls shed?

The Ragdoll cat is essentially a long haired cat. And long haired cats shed, period. It goes with the territory. However,

they don’t shed as much as you may expect

, given the fact that they have such a thick, lux abundant coat.

What is a Blue Point Ragdoll cat?

Blue Ragdolls – A blue Ragdoll is one

that has a grey color on it’s points

– ears, nose, legs, tail and on their body. Sometimes they are called blue colorpoint or a blue point Ragdoll. … A blue point Ragdoll will be more uniformed – with brown ears, legs, tail, body and usually a pretty consistent belly pattern.

How long do Ragdoll cats live?

The Ragdoll is a pointed cat and comes in 6 different variations: seal, chocolate, flame, blue, lilac, and cream. Weight: 10-20 pounds. Lifespan:

12-15 years

.

Are Ragdolls intelligent?

In addition to being so calm and affectionate,

Ragdoll cats are also highly intelligent

. With a bit of patience, it’s possible to teach them basic tricks like ‘fetch’ and ‘roll over’. Despite their easy-going nature, Ragdoll cats still have needs that must be met.

Is it better to get a male or female Ragdoll cat?


Males are usually bigger

, which is what a lot of pet owners are looking for in a Ragdoll cat. Females might have fewer issues with UTIs and blockage than males. … While some believe that male cats have better temperaments than females, many owners find that there isn’t much difference once they are altered.

Diane Mitchell
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Diane Mitchell
Diane Mitchell is an animal lover and trainer with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and horses. She has worked with leading animal welfare organizations. Diane is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and educating pet owners on the best practices for training and caring for their furry friends.