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It Took Both of Them to Get Duchess Home After the Walk

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Autumn leaves cover the porch steps, and Harold and Bev have stopped at the bottom with a very fluffy armful between them. Bev holds Duchess against her chest, while Harold leans in close to help support her weight, both of them smiling down at the big seal point Ragdoll. Duchess hangs comfortably in their arms, her creamy fur puffed out, her chocolate-brown mask framing two startling blue eyes. Her front paws dangle loosely, and she looks perfectly content to be carried. A pair of muddy boots, some gloves, and a few potted plants sit by the steps, and a plaid blanket hangs from the porch rail behind them.

The breed's name comes from a well-known trait: many Ragdolls tend to go relaxed and floppy when picked up, much like a child's rag doll. That easygoing nature makes them popular with families and older owners. Still, Ragdolls are large, heavy cats once grown, and they can take several years to reach full size. When lifting any big cat, support the chest with one hand and the hindquarters with the other, keeping them close to your body. For older adults, it can help to sit down before lifting or to let the cat climb into your lap instead.

With two sets of arms, getting Duchess up the steps is easy work. Teamwork has always been Harold and Bev's specialty, and it shows.

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