I have 3 ragdolls,1 birman and 2 short haired Moggies and I would say the worse far shedding fur would have to be my two short haired moggies and for the life of me I can't think why they would be the worst for it but they are.
I groom my ragdolls and birman everyday though so I think that has something to do with them not shedding so much.
Ragdolls are usually very very loving and like to follow you around and have a easy going nature and nothing really phases them.But like all cats they are cat at the end of the day and you do get some that are nothing like the things you read about the ragdoll to be.
I think it is very wise to read up and find out as much as possible on the breeds you like before leaping in head first.
Maybe contact some breeders and ask to see their cats so you can see if you really like that breed or not and when you have chosen the breed you want to go with the contact all of that breeds rescues and see if they have any in suitable for you.
If you do decide to go with the ragdoll then fill in the online form here UKRCC Adoption Form at the UKRCC which also get many other pedigree cat breeds in as well to see is you are a suitable home or not.
Good luck if you would like to know anything else about ragdolls and birmans then feel free to pm me.

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