The Chartreux Cat Profile
Your guide to the history, characteristics and personality of the Chartreux Cat

History of the Chartreux Cat
Chartreux cats date back as early as the 16th century. According to French documents, Carthusian monks at the Grenoble monastery kept Chartreux cats to keep mice and rats in check.  These are the same monasteries famous for the "Chartreuse liquor".

Appearance of the Chartreux Cat
The Chartreux cat has a hefty body that is solidly muscled and has broad shoulders and a deep chest.  This cat grows to medium length and its head is round with powerful jaws.  The Chartreux cat's legs are short and fin-boned contrary to the heavy-bone structure of the rest of its body.  It has a double coat that is soft and lush.  The fur is slightly wooly in texture making its dense fur water resistant.  The gray coat also has silver highlights set off by brilliant orange eyes. You can find Chartreux cats only in the color blue.

Personality of the Chartreux Cat
The Chartreux cat personality can be described as gentle and playful but has a tiny voice that belies its muscled bone structure. The Chartreux is also highly intelligent and adaptable.

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