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Chartreux
France's national cat. Quiet, plush blue-grey "smiling" cat. Often confused with British Shorthair.
GroupShort Hair
OriginFrance
Weight3–7.5 kg
Height23–28 cm
Lifespan12–17 years
Energy level
Trainability
Grooming needs
Good with kids
Good with other pets
Hypoallergenic
Watchdog instinct
Novice-owner OK
The Chartreux is a natural French breed dating to medieval Carthusian monasteries. Famously quiet (some are nearly mute), plush blue-grey coat with copper eyes, and a distinctive "smiling" mouth. Often confused with the British Shorthair.
Temperament
Quiet, observant, affectionate, easy-going. Excellent with families.
Exercise needs
Moderate.
Grooming
Dense double coat, weekly brush — daily during seasonal moults.
Common health issues
Patellar luxation. Polycystic kidney disease. Generally hardy.
👍 Best for
Calm households, retirees, families.
👎 Not best for
Owners who want a vocal cat.
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