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Cat
Chartreux
Shorthair / Companion
Origin: France
Life Span: 12–15 years
Size
Medium–Large
Grooming
Low–Medium
Quick Facts
Size
Medium–Large
Height
Not specified
Weight
3–7
Life Span
12–15 years
Coat
Short, dense
Colours
Blue-grey
About the Breed
Known for its blue-grey coat, the Chartreux is generally calm, adaptable and suitable for indoor companionship.
Care & Lifestyle
Grooming
Low–MediumBrush 1–2× weekly; increase during shedding; routine nails
Exercise & Activity
20–45 min/day
Climate
ModerateRecommended: 15–30°C
Ideal Pet Parent
Quiet families, apartment owners