The cinnamon ragdoll cat is loved by cat fans worldwide, and it’s easy to see why. These cats have soft fur, pretty blue-green eyes, and a calm personality that makes people fall in love.
The cinnamon ragdoll is a lighter version of the chocolate ragdoll. Because of its color, some people call it a brown ragdoll cat. However, most cat registration groups, except TICA, don’t officially recognize cinnamon ragdolls as part of the ragdoll breed.
Keep scrolling to discover how rare these cats are, how much they cost, their special genetics, and how to take care of one if you bring it home.
Characteristics of Cinnamon Ragdoll
Cinnamon ragdoll kittens are born pure white, just like regular ragdoll kittens. But as they grow older, their fur slowly changes to a warm, reddish-brown color on their nose, ears, paws, and tail.
This soft brown shade starts to appear when they are about two weeks old. Their body temperature helps decide where and how the colors show. Moving down their body, you’ll notice a light cream or pale tan shade covering their chest, belly, legs, back, and shoulders.
Their tails have darker rings, and the tip of the tail is even darker. Some people think their reddish-brown fur looks like caramel or burnt orange, but that’s not true. Because cinnamon ragdolls are a lighter version of chocolate ragdolls, their fur has a soft, warm brown color that isn’t as dark as regular brown or black cats.
Cinnamon ragdolls can have different patterns, including colorpoint, mitted, and bicolor. However, the mitted and bicolor ones are rarer. Most ragdolls have blue eyes, but cinnamon ragdolls can also have golden, green, or aqua-colored eyes.
Overview of Cinnamon Ragdoll
| Height | 9-11 Inches |
| Weight | 11-21 Ibs |
| Length | 15-20 Inches |
| Lifespan |
12-17 Years |
The Fascinating History of the Cinnamon Ragdoll Breed
Cinnamon ragdoll cats don’t have a clear history or come from just one breeder like pedigree ragdoll cats. Instead, they were created by carefully matching different cats outside the original purebred ragdoll family. Because of this, they are sometimes called “non-traditional” or “new color Ragdolls. Even though TICA accepts them under the “Cherubim” category, CFA does not recognize them for competitions. CFA only allows ragdolls that have the traditional pointed pattern and blue eyes.
There isn’t a single person who can be credited with making the Cinnamon Ragdoll breed. These cats appeared much later after Ann Baker created the ragdoll breed. Ragdoll lovers and breeders used careful breeding choices to bring this special color into the ragdoll family.
The Unique Genes of Cinnamon Ragdoll Cats
You might wonder what makes the cinnamon Ragdoll cat so rare, and why most Ragdoll breeders don’t mix it with other types. The truth is, that this special coat color comes from a tiny change in a gene called the B gene.
There are three main types in this gene group:
- Black (also called seal) – marked as B
- Chocolate – marked as b
- Cinnamon – marked as b’
Black is stronger than chocolate, and chocolate is stronger than cinnamon. That means cinnamon is the weakest or “hidden” one.
Black (B) → Chocolate (b) → Cinnamon (b’)
A kitten will only be cinnamon-colored if it gets two copies of the cinnamon gene (b’b’)—one from each parent. If it gets even one black gene (B), it will look black (BB, Bb, or Bb’), no matter what the other gene is.
Also, if a kitten gets one or two chocolate genes (bb or bb’), it will be chocolate-colored, not cinnamon. So, to have a true cinnamon Ragdoll, both parents need to carry or have the cinnamon gene so they can pass it down.
When both the mommy and daddy cat have the cinnamon gene, their kittens can have a soft reddish-brown coat with warm-colored points. This pretty cinnamon look is rare because it’s hard to find two Ragdoll cats with the right genes. That’s why breeding cinnamon Ragdolls takes a lot of time, care, and planning.
What Things Do You Need To Know About Cinnamon Ragdoll Cat
Cost
The price of a Cinnamon Ragdoll cat varies depending on where you live. If it comes from a top-quality breeder, it usually costs between $3,000 and $5,000.
To help you find a good breeder, go to the official website of TICA. Just enter your location in their database and use the filters to see breeders near you.
Health Care
If you have taken good care of your cinnamon Ragdoll, like bringing her to the vet regularly and making sure she gets her shots, she should be healthy. These cats are strong and don’t get sick easily, kind of like dogs.
But there are two health problems to watch out for: polycystic kidney disease (PKD), which affects the kidneys, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), which affects the heart. To keep your cat safe, take her to the vet at least once a year for a check-up. This way, you can catch any health issues early.
Exercise
Cinnamon Ragdoll cats love staying inside. Most of the time, they are quiet and enjoy relaxing. But sometimes, they suddenly get full of energy and run around for fun!
No matter what you call them—solid cinnamon Ragdolls or chocolate cinnamon Ragdolls—these cute cats like short playtimes followed by long naps. They are not very fast or super active, so gentle games are best for them.
Toys help keep their minds sharp. Simple toys like a feather wand or puzzle ball keep them curious and entertained.
Conclusion
The cinnamon Ragdoll cat is a lighter kind of chocolate Ragdoll. It can only be born if both parent cats pass down the cinnamon gene (b’b’), which is a rare gene. These cats have a soft, reddish-brown coat that looks super cute and complements their sweet and loving personalities.
Sadly, most big cat groups don’t accept cinnamon Ragdolls in their shows—except for one called TICA. But don’t worry! A cinnamon Ragdoll can still be the perfect pet if you don’t care about cat shows. They are calm, gentle, and super friendly, making them a great buddy to spend time with.
