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Let's talk Chartreux

It’s easy to fall for a Chartreux as they’re beautiful to look at with a calm disposition to boot. Their soft blue-grey coat and expressive eyes draw you in while the playful temperament of a Chartreux makes them a joy to be around. Content to explore outside or nap indoors, this cat likes to stay close while maintaining a safe distance. Shocker, a feline contradiction! They’re attentive, discreet, and easy-going—character attributes that make them a welcome addition to any family dynamic, including children, cat-friendly dogs, and even other felines.

Official name: Chartreux

Other names: Kartauser

Origins: France

Black and white portrait of a Chartreux sat with paws together

About the Chartreux

The Chartreux gets on well with other cats, dogs and children. This breed doesn’t need continual attention, but they are very content to be beside their owner. They will follow their owners everywhere in the house, but remain quite distant.

They are a very discreet cat. The Chartreux like to climb and have a reputation for being great hunters – these aspects of their personality may be directly connected to their earlier role as predators.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from World Cat Congress (WCC)

Breed specifics

Country: France
Coat: Medium coat
Size category: Medium
Avg life expectancy: 12-15 years
Quiet / Loving / Loyal / Calm

Key facts

Needs little grooming
Low maintenance
Best suited to indoor life

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