Cats and Kittens

The Chartreux cat breed originated in France and is registered with seven associations; Canadian Cat Association, Cat Fanciers’ Association, The International Cat Association, Federation International Feline, Australia Cat Federation, American Association of Cat Enthusiasts, American Cat Fanciers association with social standing such as these it makes the Chartreux a very popular cat breed.

This cats breed dates back to the thirteenth century and is believed to be a descendant of a mountain cat and other another legend claims it was bred by monks in the seventieth century. The cat has had a few names over time such as; the blue cat, the Syria cat and now the Chartreux.

Even now in there are only a few dozen breeders in all of North America. With the cat’s social status among the organizations and the lack of breeders this kitty is expensive costing up to a few thousand dollars depending on whether the owner wants it for a pet, show cat or breeding. However if you want one as a pet they can be acquired for $500 to $700.

This adorable cat is rather large in size and with a well toned muscular body. The adult male cat weights between fourteen and twenty pounds and the females weight between eight and twelve pounds. They do look deceivingly smaller with their short legs and slightly round body.

This breed is always a solid color of a blueish-gray; there are no patterns or variations. There eye color gold or dark yellow.

The Chartreux are very quite rarely meowing some are even though to be mute. To get your attention they will head butt your legs or try to climb up your leg.

Due to their believed ancestry of the mountain cat they are great hunters and can be often observed attacked and “killing” their toys.

They are very loveable and laid back; they enjoy a routine, play fetch and much like a dog enjoy riding in the car.

The only known health problems they have are dislocated knee caps, which can happen once or several times often requiring medical attention or surgery.

This breed can be rather clingy following you around the house, wanting to constantly sit in your lap or just be near you including while sleeping. It’s not recommended they be left alone for very long.

They make great family pets, the love children as much as adults and enjoy the company of other cats and dogs.

Sources

www.catbreed.com

www.cfa.com

www.chartreuxbreed.com