Chartreuse cats are sometimes referred to as Carthusian or Cartesian cats. The first mentions of these animals date back to the 16th century, therefore chartreuse is one of the oldest cat breeds, whose homeland is considered to be France.
Chartreuse are medium-sized animals, usually of heavy build. Their coat is extremely thick and smooth, mostly gray or gray-blue in color. The undercoat is short and one tone lighter than the base color. For this reason, Karl Linnaeus classified these animals as an independent breed and named it "blue cat". Males of Chartreuse are noticeably larger than females. The ancestors of these cats are considered the Syrian and Iranian breeds.
Features of the character of chartreuse
All cats are big individualists, but Chartreuse are the most pronounced among all other breeds. They prefer to stay away from people, thereby demonstrating their independence and independence. It is difficult to wait for a piercing meow from chartreuse in order to attract attention. Even a hungry cat will wait very patiently, caustically begging for food.
These animals naturally have a rather quiet voice, so they are ideal for those who love calm and unobtrusive pets. Of all the household members, the Chartreuse choose one owner. It is to him that they demonstrate from time to time their devotion and tenderness. But it is easier for other cats to endure the long absence of the owner. Chartreuse are also notable for the fact that they tolerate loneliness well.
These cats are intellectuals. They are very sensitive to the mood of a person. If they understand that the owner is upset and worries about something, they will unobtrusively follow him. These intelligent cats are very susceptible to both censure and praise. Therefore, it is not difficult to educate them: the animal quickly understands what is required of him.
Features of the appearance of chartreuse
The largest representatives of chartreuse reach 7 kg in weight. As a rule, these are males. These animals are strong, with well-developed muscles, if necessary, they are able to move very quickly. Chartreuse's chest is wide, blending smoothly into an even short neck. The tail is straight, with a slight bend at the tip.
The main distinguishing feature of this breed is the color of the eyes and coat. The color can contain any shades of gray and blue: from silver-gray to pronounced blue. The eyes can be coppery yellow, yellow. There are chartreuse with blue and green eyes, but this is regarded as a disqualification vice.
There are no difficulties in caring for these cats. They are "taciturn", their coat is short, they quickly understand the requirements of the owner. Walking, eating, bathing - everything is like other cats. But chartreuse has one weak point - the teeth. Tartar is quite common in these cats. Therefore, you need to ensure that the pet's diet was as little sweet as possible.
