| Country of Origin |
France |
| Date of Origin |
Pre 18th Century |
| Weight |
3 - 7.5 Kgs (7 - 17 lbs) |
Main Characteristics
Chartreux are medium to large cats with a solid, muscular build. Their dense, glossy coat is blue in colour.
Temperament
Chartreux are calmly attentive cats.
Suitability
If you are considering a Chartreux as a pet, consider the following points:
They require moderate grooming
They are self contained
They are sedate
They are usually quiet
Interesting Facts
Chartreux have an intriguing naming system. Each year is designated by a letter (omitting K, Q, W, X, Y and Z) and cats' names begin with the letter determined by their year of birth, eg. a cat born in 2002 would have an official name beginning with the letter T.
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