Here is one of their purebred Ragdolls - you can't see the blue eyes, but you can bet he has!
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16858687
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Talkiing, cackling, constant conversation. I have a Lilac Colorpoint Siamese. I absolutely love her. She's bright, very loving but extremely high energy and never stops talking. It's not loud neighbot irritating noise but when I'm on the phone I always get asked what's she's talking about in the background.
Watch this.
http://animal.discovery.com/videos/c...shorthair.html
"The Colorpoint Shorthair is one of the most vocal cats out there. Intelligent, playful and needy ... these cats will keep you busy!"
You hit my breeds. I have a Ragdoll and a Colorpoint Siamese.
A Ragdoll might be for you. Gorgeous Blue Eyes. Very laid back. Long haired but no undercoat. My purebread Raggie Fay doesn't shed in Florida.
Ragdolls
http://animal.discovery.com/videos/c...1-ragdoll.html
You want blue eyes
FAY THE RAGGIE
MIA THE COLORPOINT
A Ragdoll might be for you. Gorgeous Blue Eyes. Very laid back. Long haired but no undercoat. My purebread Raggie Fay doesn't shed in Florida.
Ragdolls
http://animal.discovery.com/videos/c...1-ragdoll.html
You want blue eyes
FAY THE RAGGIE
MIA THE COLORPOINT
Dump her, fast
Mikev078 - I adopted 2 cats from this shelter within the past 3 weeks, and they have been wonderful! Not sure if it's too far from you (we drove 10 hours return to get them each trip, and I heard someone drop 13 hours ONE WAY to get a cat from them too!) - they are a couple of Balinese cats now!
http://www.purebredcatrescue.org/available-for-adoption
Check out DESIREE - Her chocolate and white silky coat is just starting the grow out and she has vivid blue eyes.
Wednesday is another Balinese - He has a silky-soft, easy coat in chocolate and caramel and of course the striking blue eyes!
They also have a ragdoll - Hugo - . He has a full, medium-care coat in gray and white and bright blue eyes.
You can always email them and ask which cat may fit your needs (e.g. one cat household). We adopted our first cat from them, and then 2 weeks later we wanted a companion cat as the first cat was a bit lonely - there was a ragdoll I really wanted but she said she may not be a good match for him, so she helped me find another one (not listed yet as she just got into the shelter) who may be a better match for him. So they are definitely willing to find a good home for the kitties!
Good luck!
http://www.purebredcatrescue.org/available-for-adoption
Check out DESIREE - Her chocolate and white silky coat is just starting the grow out and she has vivid blue eyes.
Wednesday is another Balinese - He has a silky-soft, easy coat in chocolate and caramel and of course the striking blue eyes!
They also have a ragdoll - Hugo - . He has a full, medium-care coat in gray and white and bright blue eyes.
You can always email them and ask which cat may fit your needs (e.g. one cat household). We adopted our first cat from them, and then 2 weeks later we wanted a companion cat as the first cat was a bit lonely - there was a ragdoll I really wanted but she said she may not be a good match for him, so she helped me find another one (not listed yet as she just got into the shelter) who may be a better match for him. So they are definitely willing to find a good home for the kitties!
Good luck!
Awww. Bennie is such a sweatheart in the video.
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I would sit gf down and ask what happens when we are expecting a kid? I have feeling it will be forced out of there in no time if she just barely wants it now. If you have any doubts about this being a lifetime(20 years could very well be possible) then don't go into it
I should add... I didn't grow up with pets, my husband did, so he's the one who really wants to have cats... I was indifferent about it (don't hate them, but don't feel the need to have any either).
Anyway, husband said he'd regret not ever having a cat again, so I decide to give it a try - but I get to pick the cats
The two cats we picked are young adult (1.5 years, and the other is around 2-3 years old), and I am kinda glad we pick them over kittens, even though I think kittens are very cute. At least with these two cats I know what their personalities are kinda like (with kittens it's less certain), so I chose to go with easy-going, laid back cats on purpose, and don't require high maintenance (although one of them has long hair, but she loves being brushed so it makes grooming a lot easier!). I think if we'd chosen kittens they may have been too high energy (maybe destructive too?) for me, and I wouldn't like them as much.
So now I'd been a kitty mummy for 3 weeks, and they had won me over! I definitely think their personalities have a lot to do with it. I pick the cats that'd fit into our household (playful, like people but not too clingy). I couldn't have asked for better first cats!
Perhaps you can involve your gf in the selection process, so once you have the cat, she'd be more likely to warm up to it? My husband would've been happy with ANY cats, so I'm glad that I get to choose and he's happy with my choices
Anyway, husband said he'd regret not ever having a cat again, so I decide to give it a try - but I get to pick the cats
The two cats we picked are young adult (1.5 years, and the other is around 2-3 years old), and I am kinda glad we pick them over kittens, even though I think kittens are very cute. At least with these two cats I know what their personalities are kinda like (with kittens it's less certain), so I chose to go with easy-going, laid back cats on purpose, and don't require high maintenance (although one of them has long hair, but she loves being brushed so it makes grooming a lot easier!). I think if we'd chosen kittens they may have been too high energy (maybe destructive too?) for me, and I wouldn't like them as much.
So now I'd been a kitty mummy for 3 weeks, and they had won me over! I definitely think their personalities have a lot to do with it. I pick the cats that'd fit into our household (playful, like people but not too clingy). I couldn't have asked for better first cats!
Perhaps you can involve your gf in the selection process, so once you have the cat, she'd be more likely to warm up to it? My husband would've been happy with ANY cats, so I'm glad that I get to choose and he's happy with my choices
The kitten is adorable on the link you posted with petfinder. But I highly suggest not adopting a kitten (that they admit is very high energy) alone. Kittens, especially high energy kittens, do best adopted in pairs for your sanity.
And Siamese are known for being vocal. If you have neighbors on the other side of the wall, they will hear the cat for sure.
Given that you like blue eyes, a laid back temperament, and short hair, I suggest looking more in petfinder and specific rescues in your area, there is a cat that can fit what you are looking for perfectly.
Given that you like blue eyes, a laid back temperament, and short hair, I suggest looking more in petfinder and specific rescues in your area, there is a cat that can fit what you are looking for perfectly.
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Thank you for the suggestion, but that is a bit farther out than I was looking. I've been checking various breeders, rescue places, and humaine society sites in Texas, and Oklahoma. The closer to home, the better of course.
That video was great. Bennie is such a loving cat.
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My GF is very stubborn and hard to sway when her mind is made up. However, her decision was quickly changed when she realized that I would actually reconsider being with her if I was not allowed to have a cat again. I miss my old Maine Coon. He was such a big baby (about 18lbs) too. He was a stray I found and took in. He never got off of weening, so I would always catch him nursing on corners of pillows and blankets.Originally Posted by Ummm
I should add... I didn't grow up with pets, my husband did, so he's the one who really wants to have cats... I was indifferent about it (don't hate them, but don't feel the need to have any either).
Anyway, husband said he'd regret not ever having a cat again, so I decide to give it a try - but I get to pick the cats
The two cats we picked are young adult (1.5 years, and the other is around 2-3 years old), and I am kinda glad we pick them over kittens, even though I think kittens are very cute. At least with these two cats I know what their personalities are kinda like (with kittens it's less certain), so I chose to go with easy-going, laid back cats on purpose, and don't require high maintenance (although one of them has long hair, but she loves being brushed so it makes grooming a lot easier!). I think if we'd chosen kittens they may have been too high energy (maybe destructive too?) for me, and I wouldn't like them as much.
So now I'd been a kitty mummy for 3 weeks, and they had won me over! I definitely think their personalities have a lot to do with it. I pick the cats that'd fit into our household (playful, like people but not too clingy). I couldn't have asked for better first cats!
Perhaps you can involve your gf in the selection process, so once you have the cat, she'd be more likely to warm up to it? My husband would've been happy with ANY cats, so I'm glad that I get to choose and he's happy with my choices
I am trying to get my GF more involved with my search for the perfect kitty that will fit both of our lifestyles. She is allergic to cats, and I read that ragdolls are good for people with allergies. Plus, they have the laid back personality that I enjoy. My GF had only two rules:
1. For the cat to not be on any of the eating surfaces (kitchen counters and tables) - Understandable and easily trained.
2. Couldn't ever step foot in the guest bedroom if and when we get a house because that will be her prayer room. (She is Muslim and said that animals cannot be where they pray).
Being that those rules were not too harsh, it'll be good I think.
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Her and I talked about the possibility of a cat being around if her and I were to have a baby. We both agreed to restrict the cat from the baby's room during infancy. She would never force me to get rid of my cat though cause she knows how much it means to me to have a cat around. I grew up always having one and I miss it greatly.
There's a poster named Rahma - maybe you could find her - her husband did not seem overly keen on her adopting a cat - but ask Rahma how her husband's perspective changed.
That said, how a person treats a pet is probably a good indicator of how they'll treat a child in many cases. But, it's true - adoption has to be a family decision - so this is a good look into your relationship as a couple and how you'll work things out in the future.
That said, how a person treats a pet is probably a good indicator of how they'll treat a child in many cases. But, it's true - adoption has to be a family decision - so this is a good look into your relationship as a couple and how you'll work things out in the future.
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Yeah, I have been putting some thought into this. Especially after looking around my apartment to see what mischief a little kitten could get into. I have a lot of electronics and wires that I can see him or her getting into. Being able to see the personality from a slightly older standpoint sounds like a better option too. I did not think about that originally. Thank youOriginally Posted by cococat
The kitten is adorable on the link you posted with petfinder. But I highly suggest not adopting a kitten (that they admit is very high energy) alone. Kittens, especially high energy kittens, do best adopted in pairs for your sanity.And Siamese are known for being vocal. If you have neighbors on the other side of the wall, they will hear the cat for sure.
Given that you like blue eyes, a laid back temperament, and short hair, I suggest looking more in petfinder and specific rescues in your area, there is a cat that can fit what you are looking for perfectly.
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Here are some pictures of my previous cats.
Xena - My parent's Calico (She loves plastic bags)
http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/v.../SNAG-0066.jpg
Kingman - My last cat - Maine Coon (He was such a bed hog, hehe)
http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/v.../SNAG-0067.jpg
Xena - My parent's Calico (She loves plastic bags)
http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/v.../SNAG-0066.jpg
Kingman - My last cat - Maine Coon (He was such a bed hog, hehe)
http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/v.../SNAG-0067.jpg
1. Raggies are ground cats. Not at all into counter climbing.
2. Raggies must be with you at all times. No room is off limits. A closed door is an offense to their catness. Once you get a Raggie you've gone to the bathroom for the last time without an escourt.
I have never had an unescorted bathroom visit since I got my first cat in college. No matter what breed, they seem to think that bathrooms are great fun and usually fly down the hall to get there before I do.
None of my cats jump on the counters, nor scratch on wrong places, or really do anything wrong... They are awesome...
I do not see a problem in having an off-limits room, as long as I am not sleeping in it - my Bugsy HAS to sleep with me.
Anyways, here is the rescue place I told you about - it is in Texas, and it is a wonderful place. They work with shelters, but the last batch of purebred ragdolls came from a breeder that closed down.
MeLinda, the lady who runs it, is fantastic in matching a cat's personality with what you are looking for - she really knows her cats. She has quite a few purebreds, but also some very cute mixed as well -
Check it out: Merlin's Hope Ragdoll and Maine Coon Rescue
I do not see a problem in having an off-limits room, as long as I am not sleeping in it - my Bugsy HAS to sleep with me.
Anyways, here is the rescue place I told you about - it is in Texas, and it is a wonderful place. They work with shelters, but the last batch of purebred ragdolls came from a breeder that closed down.
MeLinda, the lady who runs it, is fantastic in matching a cat's personality with what you are looking for - she really knows her cats. She has quite a few purebreds, but also some very cute mixed as well -
Check it out: Merlin's Hope Ragdoll and Maine Coon Rescue
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