Ragdoll shedding

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Hi everyone,

We're thinking about getting a Ragdoll.

We've been doing some research on the breed, but there's one question I can't really find a straight answer to.

How much do Ragdolls actually shed? Is it a little, a lot, a crazy amount, or not at all?

Also, could anyone recommend any good breeders in Belgium or Northern France?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Sandrine

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    Okay, thanks 🙂
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    Blue_Cat
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    Ragdolls have very thick, fluffy coats, so they shed a lot. It’s definitely going to be a case of ‘loads of it’ rather than ‘none at all’.
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    I’m fully aware that cats shed, but not all of them do it in the same way. I’ve got two short-haired cats at home and there’s a big difference in the amount of fur they lose. I wanted to find out what the reality is with Ragdolls before I look into adopting, just to make sure they’re the right breed for me. I often read online and on this site that they don’t shed much, but then I see the complete opposite mentioned sometimes too. So, I was hoping to hear from some owners to find out what it’s really like.
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    ProvetoJuniorConseil
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    Hi there,

    Adopting a long-haired cat might not be the best move if the thought of having to clean up twice as much fur puts you off. Shedding is a completely natural process for cats; the hair growth cycle has three phases, the last of which is the shedding stage, and there’s really nothing we can do about it. Breed isn’t the only factor that influences shedding, either—certain skin conditions, stress, or dietary deficiencies can also make it worse.

    Ideally, you'd be better off adopting a hairless cat like a Sphynx to avoid any hassle.

    Have a lovely day.

    Caroline

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    Thanks for your reply.

    We’ve already got a short-haired cat who sheds loads, so the hoovering gets done every day. Outside of the usual shedding seasons, I’m a bit worried I’ll end up having to do it twice a day or that I’ll be completely covered in fur every time I pick them up.

    I’ve never had a long-haired cat before and, from what I’ve gathered, there are apparently two types. There are those that shed a bit like short-haired cats, and then those where you find "clumps" of fur but they don’t leave hair all over the place. I’m not sure if that’s actually right though?

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