Chantal: Blue Sepia Mitted Ragdoll Queen | Rarity Ragdolls

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

At a Glance

Temperament

Our Cherubim breeding cats are selected for stable, people-oriented temperament traits. Chantal has a actively social temperament and tends to actively seek interaction while remaining socially balanced. She engages easily with both people and other cats and does not show avoidant behavior in normal daily handling. She remains stable through routine activity and recovers quickly from minor disruptions. She is comfortable in shared environments and adjusts well to handling and normal environmenta…

Health & Genetic Testing

Genetic Diversity

Role in Our Breeding Program

Chantal is used to support health stability and controlled color outcomes within the program. Her clear genetic panel allows flexibility in pairing decisions without introducing risk, which helps maintain balance across multiple lines. She contributes to Blue Sepia Mitted outcomes when paired appropriately, but her role is defined by how she fits into long-term pairing strategy rather than color alone.

Our Approach to Breeding

At Rarity Ragdolls, breeding is a system, not a series of isolated events. We start with show-quality foundation animals, but our ultimate priority is health, temperament, and suitability for pet homes. We believe that health is the non-negotiable foundation of every breeding decision we make. We actively use genetics, not just test for them. This means every pairing is a deliberate decision based on genetic compatibility and desired outcomes. We manage genetic diversity to preserve it, rather t…

Key Takeaways

Chantal is clear for all core Ragdoll genetic conditions. 3 planned pairings with Kurt, Michael, Logan targeting Blue, Lilac, Blue Tortie, selected for genetic compatibility. Genetic diversity testing is pending. Pairings are planned using available health and lineage data. As a Blue Sepia Mitted queen, Chantal contributes specific color genetics that shape litter outcomes. Kitten health and temperament depend on both parents — no single cat determines the outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What This Means for Your Kitten

Kittens from Chantal are produced through carefully planned pairings designed to prevent inherited disease from being expressed while maintaining genetic diversity. Chantal's contribution supports Seal variations, Blue variations, Chocolate variations, Lilac variations, and Tortie variations while maintaining the health, temperament, and consistency prioritized across the program. Temperament and early socialization are both prioritized throughout placement planning.