Blue Cat Farm

Food for your Chartreux

Nutritional recommendations for active Chanson Bleu Chartreux: use Wellness or Nutro Adult or similar formula with .18% + Taurine and 32+ % protein. The Chartreux are a muscular breed. Proper nutrition is critical for their heart development and overall health. Any cat food that does not list the magnesium (causes stones) probably has too much. Fiber, often added in the form of beet pulp, binds with calcium and also prevents a different type of stone.  Free feed and then use portion control if weight becomes an issue.

The ultimate: Evo(grain free), the South Beach diet of the cat world. If your Chartreux develops any kind of allergy it is probably due to corn and/or wheat gluten. Evo will solve the problem. Supplement option with older cats (wet) food to prevent renal failure. AS a supplement Gerber baby food(any meat) is pure and very safe... add water to increase  water intake. Cat foods brands: Innova, Wysong that are high quality without grain fillers. Best kibble will be coarse to help clean the teeth. Plenty of fresh water and a clean litter box helps prevent urinary tract infections, too. Ordinary cat food produced in the Orient is probably not a wise. They also put corn and wheat gluten in many cat foods - also not a good idea over the long run. Buyer beware. Read labels!

A good diet, good hygiene, and food are much less expensive than vet bills! Spayed females can develop stones & infections, too!

Did You know?   Chartreux will love you best right after a shower.... a scent free you is what the love! Also, with their water repellent coats, many will follow you right into the shower just for fun.

Did you know?  Scent free moisturizers are best, too. Chartreux can love more than one person, but scents are a big 'turn off.' Playing hard to get will make you more interesting if you are female.  Check your fragrance if your kitten prefers your husband!              

Did you know?  The real difference between a Russian Blue and a Chartreux? Yes, the Russian Blue is a lean cat with green eyes. The real difference is in the feel.  When held in your lap, the mature Chartreux feels more like a pillow. 

Did you know? Chartreux love routines

Did you know? Chartreux are gourmets.  Our Bo Peep LOVES sweet potato pie with coconut. Her daughter in PA loves sauerkraut!

Did you know? Gerber baby food chicken or turkey, hand fed by the teaspoon, is great for bonding with your kitten. It is like ice cream. Your Chartreux will love you for your thoughtfulness!

Did you know? Grain based litter (like World's Best) is too organic - a great breeding ground for bacteria. Simple white clay, crystals, or hardwood wood pellets (any brand) is much better!  Hardwood pellets which are used for burning will minimize 'tracking.' Softwood pellets  like 'feline pine' or 'woody pellet' break down too easily, make a mess and may contribute to bladder infections.

Did you know?   Water fountains will keep your Chartreux hydrated. Monthly cleaning is necessary to avoid blockage of hair and motor burn out. Keeping it somewhere off the floor is a good idea, if you can.  

Did you know?    Cornell recommends a little wet food as cats age to relieve stress on kidneys and prevent renal failure.

Did you know?    Beastie collars, made of neoprene,  may cause liver, kidney damage with constant wear. Buyer beware.

 Reservations suggested.

We must admit our kittens and cats are CUTE!  They are American Chartreux  from the finest lines in the United States.  Our kitten price is determined by the value of the kittens. Decades of selective breeding as well as proven scientific methods of cattery management practices make our American Chartreux  healthy and special.. We know you will be very satisfied. We hope that this purchase is the beginning of a life long correspondence regarding 'the Chartreux.'

Notes from New Owners

July 07: REGARDING SHIPPING .....a note from SF California (we have many happy kittens/owners in California!) as of           February 2009 and the beat goes on.....

Wow! He is a nice looking cat. Huge for three months though. He is three
 months, right? Anyway we really like him. He started purring in the car
 ride home about 15 minutes after I picked him up at the airport. It wasn't
that nervous purr cats will do. It was a loving purr. He already loves to
 he held. I've seen no fear in him at all. So his new brother is a purebred
 Selkirk Rex. I'm sure they'll get along even though Captain Batman (Calvin)
 is twice the size of his 5 month old brother.....and also a good deal
 smarter it seems. He arrived in very great shape and we are happy.....in
 fact I look worse then he when I fly for that long a time.
 thanks for everything

November 07: The Sequel from San Francisco

Captain Batman (his original name was Calvin) is an incredibly
outgoing, personable, and loving cat.  He is always at the door to
greet visitors.  He loves to be picked up and held.  His coat is
absolutely gorgeous, as are his big yellow eyes.  He is an excellent
friend to his "brother" - a Selkirk Rex who is actually two months
older than Batman, but who follows Batman's lead in most things.  One
of his favorite "tricks" is helping us to find the phone when it's
ringing - whenever a cell phone or the house phone rings, he runs over
to where it is - which is really helpful since we are always
misplacing our phones :) He is a fantastic jumper and goes crazy for
the feathered wand toy - he is on his third one already and he's only
8 1/2 months old!
 

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12 week  old Chartreux kittens (off spring of Chatton Teal'c)

More Chartreux kittens at 3 weeks...

 Note from Newport, Vermont

I had to tell you of a BleuBird breakthrough. Last night I was laying down and BleuBird came up and put something beside me. I was like what the heck have you brought. It was her little green dog you sent with her. I threw it into the hall and she jumped down fetched it and brought it back and dropped it in front of me. This went on for a longggg time.

LOL I always was hoping she would fetch. She was 6 months old last week.

Just trying to keep you updated on Princess BleuBird"

Randy

Our Chartreux kittens at 3 weeks

2007 A.D         Five centuries later: the tradition of the Chartreux as companion lives on.     1557 A.D

Chanson Bleu life time commitment: Let me know about your Chartreux. With the times and circumstances of the day, we can help you re home your Chanson Bleu Chartreux if you are facing difficulties beyond your control. Just let me know, we want to help!

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Newborns at Chanson Bleu Chartreux - the journey begins!