The breed standard was developed in 1910 and a local breed association has been established.
Usually a license as a dog judge is granted by either a breed association or a kennel club.
In 1996 the breed association was formed and has expanded rapidly.
The Ragdolls were also not allowed to be registered in other breed associations.
White markings are allowed on the face and lower legs by breed associations.
With the founding of a breed association in 1898 or 1899, variations between the types from the two areas decreased.
Many people had them but there was never a central breed association.
A style required by one breed association may be considered illegal by another.
There are certificates handed out by private organizations, such as breed associations.
Besides the breed associations, different pilot projects have been initiated.
