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Expert: - 4/11/2011


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Coco & Abby
Hi .I have a Male & Female Ragdoll cat which I had hoped to breed for a couple of litters. My male is 17mths old and the female is 15 mths old. She has been in heat about  5 times since she was about 9 mths old. they seem to go through all the motions of mating but so far she has not got pregnant..It is not vital to me that this happens, however I am just wondering whether this is common or could it be one of them may be sterile. appreciate any info you may be able to provide (They have grown up together and seem to be totally in love!!).lol..thanks..cheryl

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It can take a while for males to figure things out....if you don't hear her scream and "roll" after mating, then he is not being successful in his attempts.  It can take a while before they figure things out, so I would just be patient.  They are both still young.

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Lori McLaughlin

Expertise

I can answer the majority of questions pertaining to cattery management; breeding programs, grooming and showing longhaired cats. I am also familiar with the majority of recognized breeds.

Experience

I have been breeding and showing ragdoll cats since 1993. I am also currently the Ragdoll Breed Chair for TICA.

Organizations
RFCI (Ragdoll Fanciers Club International) - Treasurer TICA - Ragdoll Breed Chair CFA - Registered Cattery ACFA - Registered Cattery

Education/Credentials
Associate Degree in Computer Science, Many educational seminars on HCM, FIP and other diseases in catteries.

Awards and Honors
Several Grand champion cats over the years.

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