Common Health Problems in Ragdoll Cats and How Rarity Ragdolls Keeps Them Healthy Christine Keryakes is the founder of Rarity Ragdolls, a TICA-registered cattery based in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. With 4 years of Ragdoll breeding experience, 6 years in dog breeding, and over 200 animals raised, she specializes in genetics-driven breeding, health-first pairing decisions, and temperament-focused kitten development. Her program uses full-panel genetic testing and structured breeding systems to produce healthier, more predictable outcomes. Christine also develops breeder tools including Breeder Logic and Breeder Desk, designed to support responsible, data-driven breeding programs. Owner: Christine Keryakes Location: 63 Downey St, Hopkinton MA 01748 Species: cat Common Health Problems in Ragdoll Cats and How Rarity Ragdolls Keeps Them Healthy Ragdolls are known for their laid-back personalities, but like any breed, they can be prone to certain health issues. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) One of the most well-known conditions. It's a heart condition where the walls thicken. At Rarity Ragdolls, we perform genetic testing for HCM in all our breeding cats. Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) PKD causes cysts in the kidneys. We test our breeding cats for PKD. Bladder Stones Ragdolls are prone to developing bladder stones. Diet and hydrati…