CHARTREUX CAT : INTRODUCTION
This is such a pretty and humble cat, perfectly well-balanced, muscular, and quite elegant. This cat with fashionable eyes of yellow-to-copper in color, broad and open enough to be an eye-pleaser, is a very strong and energetic cat, not a fat and obese one. In general, cats have been perceived to be “business” but “lazy” cats.
HISTORY OF CHARTREUX
The Chartreux arose as a religious animal. This beautiful blue cat probably was introduced to France in the 1500s from the Middle East. The Chartreux were bred intensively by Carthusian monks near Paris and probably work.
In the late 1920s, France undertook a strenuous breeding program for the Chartreux cats. Finally, they ended with a stalwart and healthy shorthaired blue cat with an excellent face and a muscular body. Aside from breeding to be raised as a unique breed, they were also introduced into Britain to improve its physique as well as the type and color of its coat in the British Shorthair.
The Chartreux cat almost became extinct during World War II. Thanks to serious efforts by serious breeders, it has staged a comeback as a thriving and healthy breed of today.
APPEARANCE
The Chartreux is quiet, meditative and absolutely not the kind of dramatic, noisy, or quarrelsome cat. It gets along famously with all whom it shares its life with-tolerant, and above all, ideally a good traveler-a characteristic not always true of cats. It attaches very strongly to family, but it normally attaches most intensely with just one particular person.
He conceives of the perfect day as brief play periods interspersed with meals and naps. They savored every attention that came their way and were never chatty, yet letting their eyes do all the telling. They are bold in speaking out for a voice.
A Chartreux is a calm but affable medium-sized cat. This breed of cat is one of the most beautiful companions an individual or family could have. At least, from a historical and rare French origin, this breed is so scarce in the United States that nobody even knows where to look for one. Familiarity with this breed, though so few people are blessed, claims that the Chartreux is a fine communicator with an.
If it has something important to say, it might chirp for attention. A round face and a pointed nose have something resembling a smile, so owners of Chartreux cats, already familiar with the friendly character of this breed, can easily believe in this “smile”.
Are Chartreux indoor or outdoor cats?
Because the Chartreux is a such good hunter, their owners are going to have to restrict them from freely roaming in their gardens. It’s extremely unlikely to become a nuisance as the modification would be to ensure uninhibited access to a secure garden or cat run, so they will let themselves back indoors when the rain starts falling.
They are recommended to live indoors but love venturing outdoors. However, to quench their natural thirst for outdoor space, the Chartreux would require major cat trees and equipment akin to jungle gyms, which indoor cats will require.
CARE FOR CHARTREUX
The Chartreux cat is easy to care for but fun to get into the game. It loves company, especially children and other pets, but it doesn’t need constant attention. This breed of cat is smart, so challenge your Chartreux to learn tricks or tricks. Some Chartreux cats are known as crate-opening experts, so hide the kitten’s food and fit baby locks on the crate doors in case of trouble. The soft, feathery look of the Chartreux coat makes it easy to care for. Actually, lots of the professionals even frown upon combing since its texture is different, more suited for combing than a hairbrush.
While the Chartreux self-grooms very effectively, paying too much attention will prevent carpet making and be a great time for you and your queen mate. The Chartreux sheds its hair coat several times each year. You may have to comb daily to keep the bird’s coat in top condition. On the other hand, you don’t have to bathe your cat too frequently.
COMMON HEALTH PROBLEMS
Chartreux is generally healthy and robust but may experience a few problems concerning health. Some of these have to do with polycystic kidney disease; that conditions are cysts containing water in the kidneys that create an interference in the operation of one or both kidneys.
Struvite crystals
Small stones that form in a cat’s urine because of lack of water, or an alkaline diet. Stones can obstruct the bladder, block the urethra, and cause kidney failure.
Luxating Patella
Patellas are easily dislocated in the Chartreux breed, compared to other breeds.
Where and how to seek a Chartreux?
Finding an adoption Chartreux cat may be challenging because there are very few breeders in the United States. However you are likely to find them through Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) Breeder Directory and the International Cat Association (TICA) Breeder Directory. Since they are that pricey you probably will never actually see a Chartreux in a shelter. But it does- there are more than enough excuses for abandoning your beloved pet.
CHARTREUX OVERVIEW
One of the qualities which is expected from a Chartreux cat, is a very calm nature, which makes this cat breed very valued by single owners and families. Just make sure to teach children and other pets how to handle cats. Surprisingly, it turns out these cats are quite adaptable. Many like to go with their owners on trips.
