‹‹Chartreux

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Chartreux cat overview

One of the older cat breeds, the Chartreux is believed to have developed in France during the 18th century, in the Carthusian monastery of the monks who made the Chartreuse liqueur.
The Chartreux became almost extinct after World War II, saved only by breeding programs that outcrossed the Chartreux with Blue Longhairs.

The breed became best known for being the favored breed of French author Colette, as well as French President Charles de Gaulle. Despite its French origins, the Chartreux is more popular in the US than in many European countries. Despite the Chartreux's powerful appearance and its proven ability at hunting, the breed has a sweet, non-confrontational disposition. Requires daily combing.

Origin

France

Breed number/code

CHA (FIFe)

Biological data

Size
Medium to large.
Build
Robust physique, with solid, dense muscles.
Ears are of medium size and held very erect.
Eyes are rounded and open, alert and expressive.
Hair quality
Medium-short and slightly woolly in texture.
Colours
Any shade of blue-gray, from ash to slate.
Eye colours
Can range from copper to gold, with a clear, deep, brilliant orange being preferred.
Patterns
None.

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Chartreux cat – Breed standard

The below links are external
FIFe, TICA, CFA, AACE, ACFA, ACF, CCA

Chartreux cat references and further reading

France
The Chartreux Cat Club

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Featured image

AP-0JZICC - Champion Chartreux cat
© Animal Photography, Sally Anne Thompson