Chartreux
Life expectancy
15 years
Height
Medium
Weight
6 kg
Coat texture
dense / short
Coat color
all colors except chocolate, cinnamon, point-color
Common illnesses
luxating patella / high risk of inbreeding / obesity
Food expenses per month in €
about € 48
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Compatible with other animals
Rather not
First cat suitable
Rather yes
Needs a balcony
Rather not
Needs to go free
Rather not
Activity
Medium
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Low grooming effort
Nature
intelligent / scared of strangers / cuddly / sensitive / eager to learn / focused on humans / likes to retrieve / soft / attentive
Common illnesses
luxating patella / high risk of inbreeding / obesity
Place of origin
France
Short description
The Chartreux has a calm and relaxed character. She is very quiet and is very attached to her family. She can be dissmissive towards strangers. She does not like hectic environments, therefore, she needs places of retreat where she can have her peace and quiet. She is eager to learn new tricks. Her coat is well adapted to the cold, subsequently she can be outdoors regardless the weather.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.