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Cats
# The Chartreux: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
A French blue cat, calm, robust and endearing, without being intrusive.
Size MediumLife expectancy 15–20 yearsBudget ≈ €65/monthKitten €400 – €1,400
[Find a breeder 83](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=chartreux)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Vocalization Very quiet
Strengths and weaknesses
- Calm temperament: The Chartreux brings a calm and pleasant presence to most households.
- Good robustness: Its solid build generally makes it a resilient cat when it is well cared for.
- Vocal discretion: It meows little and is well suited to people looking for a quiet cat.
- Balanced sociability: It can live well with respectful children and other animals.
- Tendency to be overweight: His greediness requires real rigor regarding portions and activity.
- Need for autonomy: He does not always appreciate being carried or approached when he prefers to stay calm.
- Urinary vigilance: Insufficient hydration can promote urinary issues in some individuals.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Calm families: Its balanced temperament is well suited to households looking for an affectionate cat without excessive agitation.
- Active people at home: It enjoys human presence but also tolerates moments of autonomy in a structured environment.
- Households with other animals: It often tolerates cohabitation well if introductions are gradual and respectful.
Not recommended for
- Very noisy households: A hectic environment or repeated handling can make him less comfortable.
- People without any follow-up: Managing his weight and hydration requires a minimum of regularity.
- Adopters looking for a very demonstrative cat: The Chartreux is affectionate, but remains more reserved and independent than some other breeds.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
33 cmChartreux
- Height at the withers
- 30–35 cm
- Weight
- 3–7 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense and woolly
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Chartreux in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The origins of the Chartreux date back to the Middle Ages, its ancestors often being described as blue cats that arrived in Europe from the Near East. The modern breed took shape in France during the 1920s, notably thanks to the work of the Léger sisters on Belle-Île-en-Mer. A precise morphological description then helped to establish its type. The Chartreux also went through a period of confusion with the blue British Shorthair, before breeders set out to preserve its own identity.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Chartreux is a medium to large cat, solidly built, with powerful musculature and a well-developed chest. Its broad head with rounded contours has pronounced cheeks, especially in the male, as well as large yellow to orange eyes. Its coat is short, very dense, slightly woolly, with an abundant undercoat that protects well from moisture. The coat color is uniformly blue-gray, from light to slate, without marked contrast.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Chartreux is known for its calm, discretion and good balance. It becomes attached to its family, enjoys moments of closeness, but keeps a real independence and does not always like being approached when it does not feel like it. Intelligent, observant and adaptable, it generally gets along well with respectful children and tolerates the presence of other animals fairly well.
Intelligent Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Chartreux is calm, not very vocal and fairly independent. He likes to observe his environment, explore and maintain a certain freedom of movement, which explains why secure access to the outdoors is often appreciated. Indoors, he readily enjoys a cat tree, toys and regular interactions to stay active without becoming agitated.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Chartreux’s education must be consistent, gentle and firm at the same time. Its sensitivity and intelligence allow it to quickly learn the habits of the home, provided that boundaries are set early and without brutality. It responds better to a stable routine, to calm encouragement and to an enriched environment than to constraint.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Chartreux
The price of a Chartreux varies depending on origin, the quality of the lineage, the kitten’s age, and the seriousness of the breeding. A higher rate is often explained by the selection work, identification, initial veterinary care, and the follow-up provided by the breeder.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chartreux/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Chartreux is generally a robust cat, often considered sturdy when it benefits from an appropriate diet, regular veterinary follow-up and a good lifestyle. Its dense coat and build give it good resilience, but this does not exempt it from careful monitoring of its weight and urinary health.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chartreux/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Chartreux’s diet must support solid musculature without promoting weight gain. Good-quality food, rich in animal proteins and suited to its age, its neutering, and its activity level, generally works very well for this breed.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chartreux/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Chartreux is one of the great French feline breeds and has long fascinated with its blue-grey coat and gentle expression. The writer Colette was among its admirers, and the breed even suffered for a time from confusion with the blue British Shorthair. Its placid cat appearance nevertheless hides a skilful, curious animal capable of fine phases of play.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Chartreux
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Chartreux an affectionate cat?
Yes, but in a measured way. The Chartreux becomes attached to its family and enjoys closeness, while keeping a certain independence and not always liking to be handled on demand.
### Does the Chartreux meow a lot?
No, it is generally a discreet and not very vocal cat. It communicates more through its attitude and presence than through repeated meowing.
### Can the Chartreux live in an apartment?
Yes, provided it has space, games, stimulation and ideally secure outdoor access. It is a calm cat, but it enjoys being able to explore and burn off energy.
## Find a Chartreux breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Chartreux breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Chartreux breeders in Hauts-de-France13](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/hauts-de-france) [Chartreux breeders in Île-de-France11](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/ile-de-france) [Chartreux breeders in Occitanie9](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/occitanie) [Chartreux breeders in Pays de la Loire8](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/pays-de-la-loire) [Chartreux breeders in Brittany8](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/brittany) [Chartreux breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine8](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Chartreux breeders in Centre-Val de Loire7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/centre-val-de-loire) [Chartreux breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/auvergne-rhone-alpes)
### Chartreux breeders by country
[83 breeders of Chartreux in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux) [54 breeders of Chartreux in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/germany) [38 breeders of Chartreux in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/italy) [8 breeders of Chartreux in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/austria) [2 breeders of Chartreux in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/belgium) [1 breeder of Chartreux in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/switzerland) [1 breeder of Chartreux in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux/united-kingdom)
[All breeders of Chartreux in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux)
## Ready to welcome a Chartreux?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chartreux)
## Compare Chartreux with other breeds
- [British Shorthair vs. Chartreux](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare/british-shorthair-vs-chartreux)
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