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Chausie
Versatile format, balanced qualities
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
12–18 ans
Energy
Moyen
Coat
Black, brown ticked tabby and black silver tipped
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Chausie is a cat breed originating from the United States. This cat is characterized by its physique approaching that of the Chaus.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Lifespan: 12 to 18 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of activity per day is sufficient.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Chausie
Origins & history
A story told
The Chausie results from a hybridization between a Chaus and a domestic cat. The first crosses took place at the end of the 1960s in order to have a cat with a wild type and close to the Chaus but with a domestic animal character. Abyssinians, Orientals, Bengals were chosen but also alley cats having a wild appearance. These first hybrids (classified as F1 for "first generation") offered an alternative to capturing the Chaus, which is a wild animal. In 1995, TICA registered the foundation of the breed, then in February 2001 it changed status to become a "breed under evaluation". In March 2003, the Chausie is promoted to "New breed" status, which allows it to access cat shows but without the possibility of obtaining a title. This is the last step before full access to championship. In France, the LOOF gives it the same status as in its country of origin. Other associations do not yet recognize the breed.
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Since the breed is still young, breeders are still working on its characteristics to bring it closer to the Chaus and compete in shows. Currently, it is mostly Abyssinians that are crossed with Chausies in order to eliminate any trace of tabby while keeping the ticking of the coat.
Character
Daily temperament
The Chausie would be an active cat, tolerating solitude poorly and needing company. It would be close to its owner, extroverted, and it is also said to be a very intelligent cat. However, since these character traits are above all dependent on each cat's history, they are perfectly individual.
Physical
Breed standard
The Chausie is a large cat (particularly the males) with a long and rectangular silhouette. The musculature of the body is powerful without being very noticeable. The ribcage should not be too bulging but the chest should be quite wide. The legs are of medium length with powerful muscles but average skeletal structure. The hind legs are more powerful than most other breeds (about 3/4), but have, if possible, an identical number of vertebrae. This particularity must in no way impede the proper articulation of the tail. The head is a large triangle with contours at the base that toward the end which is rounded. Plumes are highly appreciated. The coat is short and close to the body. There are only three colors currently allowed: solid black, brown ticked tabby and black silver tipped (only breed to have this coat). Crosses with the Abyssinian, the Chaus (under certain conditions) and with any alley cat are still allowed.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Chausie of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of chausie (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a chausie ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 12–18 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
Equivalent human age
28years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AAFP/AAHA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +4 per year.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Health
Health watch
The generations of Chausie are categorized after hybridization of F1, F2, F3, F4, etc., F1 being the generation born directly from a hybridization between a domestic cat and a Chaus. The males of generations F1 to F3, even F4 are generally sterile, which considerably complicates the work of breeders to develop an already rare breed. Moreover, this breed is more sensitive to certain intestinal prob
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lems. Some subjects are gluten intolerant and do not tolerate industrial food such as dry food.
Alert
To avoid for cat
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- chilliModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a chausie ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for cat. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
158 g
per day · 599 kcal
79 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Chausie
Does the Chausie adapt to apartment living?+
How long does a Chausie live?+
Does the Chausie shed a lot?+
Can the Chausie tolerate being alone?+
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For more information
Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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