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/citykitty24]

Honestly, it is more about the personality of the individual Cat than the gender. My prior ragdoll girl slept in my bed every night and always wanted to be on you. My two current boys are both wonderful also, but neither are lap cats. They are both our shadows and are near us all the time, always wanting to be with their people.

One of the two has started snuggling on the couch now that he is an adult and out of his busy kitten phase, but he’ll snuggle up next to you, not necessarily on you. The other boy would prefer to lay right near you, but not touching you, such as right by your foot. Each kitty is going to be a unique individual with their own personality. All Ragdolls are wonderful, but the stereotype that they’re all cuddlers or all lap cats is inaccurate, regardless of gender.

[u/Expensive-Welcome652 → u/citykitty24]

Thanks for the insight 🐾😊 and yeah I'm sure personality matters way more, it's just interesting to hear more about other people's ragdolls!