The Chartreux is a historic French breed with a dense, water resistant blue gray coat and copper to orange eyes.
A popular legend links the breed to Carthusian monks, though its exact origins are uncertain. Chartreux are quiet, observant, and devoted, often chirping instead of meowing.
Care Tips
Brush weekly with a comb that reaches the thick undercoat, and more often during shedding season.
Fun Fact
The Chartreux’s rounded head and narrow muzzle give it a gentle, smiling expression.
Is This Breed Right for You?
Every cat is an individual, so meet the cat before you decide. Think about your schedule, grooming time, other pets, and children in the home. Breed rescues and Ohio shelters often have purebred and mixed breed cats waiting for homes, and adult cats come with personalities you can see right away.
Health Basics
Schedule a checkup soon after adoption, keep vaccines and parasite prevention current, and ask your veterinarian about health issues common to the breed. Responsible breeders should share health screening results and welcome your questions.
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