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# The Chausie: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United States
An athletic and demonstrative cat, with a wild look and a great need for attention.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–15 yearsBudget ≈ €65/monthKitten €1,200 – €1,500
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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 Fair
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Vocalization Moderate
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very intelligent: He learns quickly and enjoys activities that stimulate his mind.
- Affectionate: He seeks cuddles and develops a close bond with his family.
- Sociable with animals: Good socialization generally allows him to live with other animals.
- Easy maintenance: Weekly brushing is generally enough to maintain his coat.
- Needs space: Its energy and taste for climbing do not go well with a small home.
- Does not tolerate solitude well: A lack of attention can lead to a nonchalant attitude or bothersome behaviors.
- Not very suitable for very young children: Its strength and claws require close supervision.
- Digestive sensitivity: Some individuals require a particularly well-tolerated diet.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active households: He thrives with available people who offer him games and interactions.
- Spacious home: A large enriched interior and a secure outdoor area meet his need for exploration.
- Experienced owners: A good knowledge of cats helps to channel his energy and his sometimes stubborn temperament.
- Households with other animals: He can live well with other cats or other animals after socialization.
Not recommended for
- People often away: He does not tolerate being alone well and demands a lot of attention.
- Very small homes: His activity and his need to climb require a spacious environment.
- Families with babies: Interactions with very young children require constant vigilance.
- Owners with little availability: His education and his balance require time, patience and daily activities.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
40 cmChausie
- Height at the withers
- 35–45 cm
- Weight
- 5–12 kg
- Coat
- Short to semi-long, silky and close to the body
- Origin
- United States
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Chausie in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Chausie is a hybrid breed born from the crossing between a domestic cat and the Chaus, Felis chaus, a feline associated with ancient Egypt and depicted on pharaohs' tombs. The modern breed appears during the second half of the 20th century, notably in North America and in Southeast Asia. Abyssinians also took part in its creation. Breeders were looking for a cat with an exotic appearance, but with a gentler and more docile temperament. The LOOF has recognized the Chausie since 2003.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Chausie has a long, powerful, slender and muscular body, carried by long and sturdy legs suited to running and jumping. Its triangular and elongated head, with prominent cheekbones, a strong chin and a rounded muzzle, evokes a small puma. Its large ears, wide at the base and slightly rounded, may bear a small tuft of hair. Its wide eyes, walnut-shaped or oval, range from gold to yellow, with light green and hazel also accepted depending on the coat. Its relatively short tail reaches at most the hock. The coat, short to semi-long, silky and close to the body, shows a pronounced ticking. The accepted colors are solid black, brown ticked tabby and black silver tipped.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Despite its wild origins, the Chausie has become a sociable, gentle and docile cat. Very intelligent, playful, active and athletic, it enjoys cuddles and seeks a lot of attention from its owner. It does not tolerate solitude well and can be stubborn or nonchalant if it feels neglected. It readily cohabits with other cats and other animals, but its strength and impulsiveness require supervision around babies and very young children.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The Chausie needs space, activity and many opportunities to climb. A large house, ideally with a secure garden, suits its adventurous temperament better than a small apartment. It readily explores its environment and may look for prey outside. Fragile objects should be placed out of its play area. Its family must be available and devote time to it every day.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its education must begin early, with patience, consistency and gentleness. In particular, it is necessary to teach it to control its claws, offer it activities suited to its intelligence and channel its energy without confrontation. Its owner must know feline needs or be ready to learn quickly, because the Chausie demands time and is not the simplest choice for a novice.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Chausie
The purchase price varies depending on the cattery, the lineage, the hybrid generation, the pedigree and the cat's conformity to the standard. The annual maintenance budget indicated by the source is between 300 and 500 euros.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chausie/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Chausie is generally robust, but it may have digestive sensitivity and food allergies, notably to gluten in some individuals. Progressive retinal atrophy is also reported. Regular veterinary visits and appropriate vaccination prevention remain essential.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chausie/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Chausie may poorly tolerate certain industrial foods containing cereals. A high-quality diet, rich in proteins and well adapted to its digestive sensitivity should be preferred, with careful monitoring of its individual tolerance.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/chausie/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Chausie owes its name to the Chaus, or Felis chaus, one of its wild ancestors. Its appearance as a small wild feline contrasts with a temperament that has become sociable and affectionate over the course of selective breeding. The LOOF has recognized the breed since 2003.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Chausie
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Chausie live in an apartment?
A small apartment rarely meets its needs. Very active, athletic, and a climber, the Chausie feels more comfortable in a spacious house, ideally with a secure outdoor area and plenty of high-up arrangements.
### Is the Chausie suitable for children?
It is not unreservedly recommended around babies and very young children, as it can be rough or use its claws. Early training and constant supervision of interactions are essential.
### Does the Chausie get along with other animals?
Yes, it can live with other cats and other animals when properly socialized, even if its adventurous temperament and chase instinct must be taken into account.
### Is the Chausie hypoallergenic?
No, the Chausie is not considered hypoallergenic, even if its shedding is described as low.
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