Chartreux

The Chartreux Cat, an internationally-recognized breed , Blue-Headed Pionus from France, was originally bred by Carthusian Catholic monks at their monastery in Grenoble for the purposes of catching mice to preserve food , Puppy Care storages from loss and damage. Legend has it the Chartreux's ancestors were feral mountain cats , Lepidobatrachus Frog Breed from what is now Syria, brought back to France by returning Crusaders in the 13th century, many of whom entered the Carthusian monastic order. The first documented mention of the breed , Brittany Spaniel was by the French naturalist Buffon in the 17th century. The first Chartreux were brought to the USA in 1971.

Physically, the Chartreux is large and muscular with short but powerful limbs, big paws and very fast reflexes. They are known for their blue (grey) double-thickness fur coats , Mi-Ki (Toy) and gold- or copper-colored eyes. Chartreux cats , Marwari Horse are known for their "smile"; due to the structure of their heads and long, tapered muzzle, they often appear to be smiling.

Chartreux cats , lovebird parrot tend to be quiet, rarely making noises such as mewing or crying. Some are mute. They are quite observant and intelligent, , Silken Windhound with some Chartreux learning to operate radio on/off buttons and to open screen door latches. Chartreux cats , Bronze Wing Pionus are also fond of chasing and playing well into their adult years; some can be taught to fetch small objects in the same manner as a dog. , Kerry Blue Terrier Chartreux are good with children and other animals, , Lepidobatrachus Frog Breed are nonaggressive and affectionate, good travelers and are generally very healthy.

Historically famous Chartreux owners include the French novelist Colette and French general/president Charles de Gaulle.

The Chartreux breed , Shiba Inu was advanced to championship status in 1987 by the Cat , Stabyhoun - Stabij Dog Fancier's Association (CFA.)