Retired  and Re-homed - Belle-Amiche's

From time to time, we make the heartfelt decision to retire one of our cherished adult Ragdolls from our breeding programme. This is never a decision we take lightly and is always made with the cat's happiness, wellbeing, and quality of life as our highest priorities.

Not every Ragdoll enjoys breeding, raising kittens, or living within a multi-cat, hormone-driven environment. When we feel that a cat would be happier in a quieter setting, we ensure they are given the opportunity to move to a calm, loving home where they can truly flourish and enjoy life as a treasured family companion.

We are fortunate to receive many enquiries from families who specifically wish to adopt an older cat. Our retired Ragdolls have consistently settled quickly and happily into their new homes, forming deep and lasting bonds with their new families.

Before any placement is considered, prospective adopters are carefully screened to ensure our beloved companions are matched with the very best forever homes.

Although saying goodbye is never easy—each of our cats has been raised by us from kittenhood and has shared years of affection, companionship, and treasured memories—we take great comfort in knowing they will continue to enjoy long, happy, and love-filled lives with their new families.

Occasionally, we are contacted by families who have previously purchased a kitten from us but, due to changes in personal circumstances such as housing, health, or other unforeseen situations, are no longer able to keep their cat.

As outlined in our kitten contract, we ask that we are contacted first should this situation arise. We never judge and will always do our utmost to help. If necessary, we will gladly welcome the cat back into our care and ensure they are responsibly re-homed with a suitable new family, where they can continue to receive the love and care they deserve.