The Chartres blue cat is also called the Chartres blue cat. This cat originating from France is said to be a breed developed by the monastery monks of the Carthusian sect in France. The cats that were popular in France at that time were basically able to catch mice. However, in order to protect the shiny and lovely fur of this cat, this cat was not trained to catch mice, but was kept as a pet cat. In the 1970s, it spread to the United States. Carter cats are slightly fatter and very cute. The main fur color of the whole body is blue-grey, which is also the biggest characteristic of the Carter cat. He has a strong body, good endurance, and strong ability to adapt to the environment. The character is quite eccentric.

1. Characteristics of Carter cats

The Carter cat’s upper and lower jaws are more protruding and its lips are black. The body is muscular, very strong and thick, with a deep and wide chest. The trunk is cylindrical. The tail is of medium length, thick at the rear and slightly tapering at the tip. The limbs are slightly shorter than the body length, but very powerful. The upper part of the female Carter's feet has moderate muscle attachments, and the male Carter's has more muscles. The back hair is short, thick and glossy. It is slightly wool-like and has good waterproof effect. Although there are differences in color, the color of the whole body must be completely consistent. This kind of Carter cat is the best.

The Carter cat is relatively docile and clever in temperament, has a strong independence, and sometimes looks like a personable gentleman. During breeding, if the owner is kind to it, it will soon become close to the Carter cat. This cat has many advantages. The Carter cat has a broad head, plump cheeks, and a small but not protruding mouth. The head is always raised high and the neck is stretched straight. This is one of the main characteristics of the Carter cat. The ears are set high, small to medium in size, triangular in shape, and thick at the base. A pair of big, round eyes, slightly wider apart. The color can range from golden to orange. The best color for eyes is orange with excellent gloss. Carthusian kittens have blue eyes that turn to brown as they age.

2. How much does a Carter cat cost?

The price of Carter cats is usually around 3,000 yuan in the market. It is clear whether it is a British shorthair cat or a Carter cat. The price difference between the two is also two to three thousand. A little more expensive, a good-quality pet Carter cat costs between 8,000 and 10,000 yuan. It is common to see tens of thousands of Cat Cats at the competition level. The price of Carter kittens ranges from 800 yuan to 2,000 yuan. When buying kittens, it depends on whether they have been vaccinated and whether they have a pedigree certificate.

3. Feeding Carter cats

Carter cats are also carnivorous cats. When feeding Carter cats, you should also pay attention to balanced nutrition and feed them with a combination of meat and vegetables. Ensure the diversity of daily feeding food, so that the young Carter cats can digest it easily and the adult Carter cats can absorb and grow easily. The protein content of daily food is about 25%, which changes over time. Eating one thing in particular can causeLack of other nutrients.

Animal liver is contraindicated for Carter cats, which is rich in vitamin A. However, excessive intake of vitamin A can cause muscle stiffness, neck pain, bone and joint deformation, and liver diseases. Avoid high-fat foods, which will lead to insufficient intake of vitamin E and cause inflammation of the cat's body fat, which can be accompanied by extreme pain. Never include onions in cat food, as it can cause hemolysis and death.

4. Carter Cat and British Shorthair

Carter cats are rare in China. If you want to buy one, it is recommended to import it. The biggest difference from the British shorthair cat is that the British shorthair cat is fatter than the Carteret cat, and the Carteret cat looks slender. The distance between the ears of British shorthair cats is wider than that of Carter cats. Cat gills: British shorthair cats have larger gills than Carter cats, allowing them to see more clearly. British Shorthair cats have different eye colors than Carteret cats. The body of the shorthair cat is more compact and the balance is better than that of the Carter cat. Shorthair cats have perfect body length and no exaggerated structural defects. Shorthair cats take longer to mature, 3 to 5 years.