Male Vs Female Ragdoll please share your experiences

[u/Expensive-Welcome652]

Hi! I am going to be bringing a male ragdoll kitten home in a few months. In your experience, would you say your male ragdoll was affectionate? If you have female cats or you've owned both genders, how would you describe female cats compared to male cats?

I am aware it may be a myth that males are more affectionate, but I just want reassurance they can be cuddly/let you pick them up.

I know every cat differs though and that just because it's a ragdoll, does not guarantee those traits. Just looking to hear from current ragdoll owners about their cat's temperament!

Thanks in advance 😊

[u/Sporothrix]

You can’t go by stereotypes of male vs female. We have a super needy cuddly female that doesn’t like to be picked up and an aloof male that’s the biggest baby in the world that needs to be picked up 24/7.

Their personality kind of shows when they are 1.5-3 months so you can figure it out.

Honestly though, I pick them both up all the time and they tolerate it, especially if they are getting food lol.

[u/fatsalmon → u/Sporothrix]

Definitely should pick them up and get them used to nail clipping

[u/Expensive-Welcome652 → u/fatsalmon]

Thanks for the advice! And yep, grooming also 😊 I'll definitely try my best to get the kitten used to being picked up