Ragdoll coats are long and dense and need layered combing, especially under the front legs, behind the ears and on the inner hind legs where mats form.

Tool spend is moderate: a comb, slicker and detangler cover most situations. The main cost is the time spent combing several times a week.

Shedding season increases loose hair, so home cleaning and hairball management must keep pace, possibly with a hairball-control formula.

If the routine cannot be maintained, a shorter clip or professional grooming is an option, but clipping affects warmth and mood and needs care.