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# The Napoleon / Minuet: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United States
The Minuet, a Munchkin × Persian cross: compact, cuddly and short-legged.
Size SmallLife expectancy 10–15 yearsBudget ≈ €90/monthKitten €1,000 – €2,200
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-napoleon-minuet) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=napoleon-minuet)
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 Low
Apartment living Excellent
First-time owners Good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Vocalization Quiet
Strengths and weaknesses
- Compact format: He lives very well in an apartment.
- Cuddly temperament: He often seeks contact.
- Unique look: Short legs and a round head make him immediately identifiable.
- Locomotor health: Short legs are not insignificant.
- Persian heritage: Eyes, breathing and kidneys may require monitoring.
- Uneven recognition: Not all associations accept it.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Calm indoors: He feels safe there.
- People attentive to weight: A strict ration protects him.
- Informed enthusiasts of dwarf breeds: They will know how to arrange the space.
Not recommended for
- Unfurnished floors: Repeated jumping tires him.
- People with little availability for follow-up: Locomotion and short face require attention.
- Free-roaming outdoor cat: He is too exposed.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
19 cmNapoleon / Minuet
- Height at the withers
- 15–22 cm
- Weight
- 2–5 kg
- Coat
- Short to long, often dense, softened Persian type
- Origin
- United States
- Grooming
- High-maintenance coat
## Photos and videos
See the Napoleon / Minuet in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Napoléon, today often called Minuet, is an American breed created by crossing the Munchkin and the Persian (sometimes the Exotic). The goal was a dwarf cat with a gentle, round face, with a variable coat. The breed is not recognized everywhere and remains debated because of the short legs. In France, it is still rare. A serious breeding program avoids extremes of flat face and documents locomotion.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Small cat, elongated Munchkin body, round head inspired by the Persian, large eyes, small to medium ears. The legs are clearly shortened. The coat can be short or long. The coat colors are very varied, including colourpoint. The gait is low, the back must not be arched in pain.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Cuddly, playful at times, very people-oriented. It adapts well to apartment living and to other cats. Children must learn not to carry it any which way. It is not a free-roaming outdoor cat.
Affectionate Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
He plays on the ground, runs, slips through. High jumps are more limited: provide step-like access. Brushing depends on coat length. Excess weight immediately worsens the strain on the legs.
Training
## Training and socialization
Habituation to care, to gentle handling, to a litter box with suitable edges (not too high). Rewards work. Avoid games that make him jump from too high.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Napoleon / Minuet
A Minuet / Napoléon is often priced between 1 000 and 2 200 euros. Rarity and looks do not excuse the absence of health guarantees.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/napoleon-minuet/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
Two issues dominate: locomotion linked to short legs (lordosis, discomfort) and fragilities inherited from the Persian (eyes, breathing, kidneys). A kitten that is too low, too flat-faced or already stiff is not a good choice. Veterinary follow-up must be regular.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/napoleon-minuet/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Napoléon / Minuet needs a complete, digestible diet adjusted to its age, activity and body condition. Protein quality and control of energy intake matter as much as the volume of the ration.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/napoleon-minuet/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The name Napoléon has been abandoned by several associations in favor of Minuet. It is seen a lot on social networks because of its low silhouette. This popularity does not take away anything from the questions of locomotor health.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Napoleon / Minuet
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Are Napoléon and Minuet the same breed?
Yes. Minuet is the name now preferred by several associations; Napoléon is the former name of the same Munchkin × Persian cross.
### Can it jump like another cat?
It jumps less high. You need to set up steps to the sofa or the hammock and avoid obesity.
## Find a Napoleon / Minuet breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Napoleon / Minuet breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Napoleon / Minuet breeders by country
[1 breeder of Napoleon / Minuet in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-napoleon-minuet)
[All breeders of Napoleon / Minuet in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-napoleon-minuet)
## Ready to welcome a Napoleon / Minuet?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-napoleon-minuet)
## Discover other breeds
[Munchkin
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/munchkin)
[Persian
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/persian)
[Exotic
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/exotic)
[British Shorthair
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/british-shorthair)
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