Is a ragdoll cat suitable to enter a home with a young toddler?

Yes, cats and younger children can go together if you have a friendly and patient cat. I used to have 2 ragdolls, one was a boy, his name was Rohan and the other was a girl her name was Lillian.

I found Lillian to be much more friendly with my son Jacob than Rohan was but they were both nice. I recomend a female ragdoll that is at least 3 years old. Kittens or young cats tend to bite and be impatient.

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No kitten is suitable for a home with a toddler, and a large number of rescues/shelters/breeders will not place a kitten in a home with a child under 5. Toddlers are not mature enough to know that a kitten is not a toy, and is a living breathing creature. Many of them end up maimed or killed because of this. Older kids are great with kittens - but they have the maturity to understand that kittens are fragile and must be handled with care. A calm adult cat might be fine - a cat is big enough to walk away when they've had enough. And do NOT consider declawing or a declawed cat. All young children need to learn that some behaviors are not acceptable to a cat, and a swat with claws is the best way to learn this. A declawed cat is going to feel very defensive and will bite instead. Rather a few scratches than a serious bite.

Rag dolls are not Siamese as someone posted. The can have similar marking but they are totally different in temperament. Siamese are not the easiest cats in the world but take a loving owner. Most rag dolls are lazy, floppy love muffins. Not all to the same degree but are much more laid back than most cats. I have always had cats and kids. You have to work with your son, reinforce gentle, no dragging kitty by the tail, etc. I mean to him its a new toy but he'll get it quickly. Hopefully with no scratches.

I think growing up with a cat or dog is great. some time a child needs a friend that just listens and never fusses.

Enjoy!