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Chartreux – the blue cat of France

Chartreux cats stand out with a strong, muscular build and a characteristic blue-grey coat. They are intelligent, quiet and deeply attached to their caretakers – the famous „smiling cat" of France.

Chartreux – the blue cat of France

Size

Medium

Lifespan in game

168–216 days (14–18 cat years)

Reaches adulthood

after 12 days (12 months)

Character

Calm and friendly

Chartreux genetics in the game

True to the real breed standard, the Chartreux comes in exactly one color: blue. But not one shade – a dedicated intensity gene produces light, medium and dark slate coats, so breeding the exact tone you want is its own challenge.

Temperament and shows

Each cat rolls one of six personality types. The quiet Chartreux is a strong all-rounder – and because the breed standard is so strict, a well-bred slate coat scores beautifully in the beauty ring.

The breed in the real world

The national cat of France, linked by legend to the Grande Chartreuse monastery. The breed’s distinctness was officially recognized in 1977.

See how cat genetics works in the game

FAQ

Why does the Chartreux only have one color?

Because the real breed standard permits only blue – from light ash to dark slate grey. The game models this faithfully with a dedicated coat intensity gene.

Is the Chartreux good for beginners?

Yes – its genetics are the simplest of the three starter breeds, which makes it a great way to learn breeding basics before tackling the Ragdoll’s color palette.

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