Frequently asked questions
Cattery de Amatrix
Welcome, Ragdoll lovers!
INTRODUCING THE NEXT GENERATION OF AMATRIX RAGDOLLS
We are Stephen and Marissa, proud parents of three young children. In 2015, we founded Cattery de Amatrix – born from a deep love for animals that has grown into a serious passion for breeding Ragdolls.
Our cats are truly part of our family. Their health, well-being, and temperament are our top priority. We don't use cages or hutches: our cats and kittens live freely in our home, grow up in the living room, and gradually explore the rest of the house. This is how they develop into sociable, stable, and happy Ragdolls.
Even our tomcat enjoys freedom: he lives with a good friend, so he too can live in a calm and stress-free environment – and our cats can follow their own rhythm undisturbed.
Who are we?
Welcome, we're so glad you're visiting our website! We're a small, loving hobby cattery in Wijk en Aalburg, North Brabant. We welcome a litter of Ragdoll kittens only three times a year.
Our Ragdolls are more than just pets to us; they're true family members, our babies, who receive daily attention and pampering. With care and dedication, we breed for health, temperament, and the beautiful appearance that makes the Ragdoll breed so beloved.
Do you have any questions or would you like to know more about our kittens or our approach? Feel free to contact us – we'd be happy to tell you more!
Welcome
Seriously breeding a breed isn't a decision you make overnight. Breeding is much more than simply bringing a female cat and a male cat together and waiting for kittens. For us, breeding means contributing to the development of the breed by improving and strengthening it wherever possible.
There are numerous varieties within the Ragdoll breed: large or small, broad or narrow, with more or less hair, larger or smaller ears, and so on. The FIFe (Fédération Internationale Féline) describes an official breed standard for each breed – the characteristics a cat must have. The Ragdoll breed description can be found here: FIFe Ragdoll Standard .
Of course, every breeder has their own preferences and vision. We consciously focus on breeding according to the breed standard, with special attention to the gentle, sociable temperament for which the Ragdoll is known. Health is always our top priority: all our cats are thoroughly tested before being used for breeding. Only animals that can truly contribute to the breed and our breeding plans are included in our program.
We also take our Ragdolls to FIFe shows several times a year, where they are assessed by judges. This provides us with an independent assessment of whether our cats meet the official breed standard – an important confirmation that we're on the right track.
Our Breeding Policy
Planning
See our planning for the coming period here
