IDEAL FOR
- + Active owners who want to go on walks and share an outdoor lifestyle with their pet
- + Fanciers who love the 'wild' look and can handle a highly intelligent, demanding cat
- + Those with large homes or dedicated cat enclosures where the breed can burn energy
WEIGHT
4.5 - 10KG
LIFESPAN
12 - 16YEARS
THINK TWICE IF
- - People seeking a calm 'lap cat' or those who are away from home for long hours
- - Owners who may find specialized high-protein or raw dieting burdensome
- - Those sensitive to cats jumping to high places or potentially knocking items over
MORPHOLOGY STUDY
HEALTH RISK ADVISORY
Digestive sensitivity
Severity: High
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Severity: Moderate
The Chausie is a majestic hybrid breed, a cross between the jungle cat (Felis chaus) and domestic cats, known for its athletic prowess.
CARE INDEX
GROOMING
SHEDDING
ACTIVITY
ECONOMICS & ORIGIN
PRICE RANGE
$2,000 - $5,000+ (Rare breed standard)
ORIGIN & BIOLOGY
United States / Egypt (Ancestry) / long_and_slender
SOCIAL COMPATIBILITY
KIDS
OTHER CATS
DOGS
STRANGERS
RECOMMENDED CARE ITEMS
Heavy-Duty Large Cat Wheel
The best tool for safely expending their immense energy within an indoor environment
Premium Grain-Free Raw Diet
Provides optimal nutrition tailored to the Chausie's short and sensitive digestive tract
IDENTIFICATION TIP
"Much larger and longer-legged than an Abyssinian; look for the pointed ear tufts and wild facial structure."
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Q. Is it hard to keep them in an apartment?
A. Their high energy can lead to stress in small apartments. They require ample vertical space and daily active play or outdoor walks to remain happy.
Q. Are they really part jungle cat?
A. Yes, Chausies are hybrids of the wild jungle cat (Felis chaus) and domestic cats. Over generations, they have developed a well-balanced domestic temperament.
OFFICIAL RECOGNITION
REFERENCES & SOURCES
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association)
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →TICA (The International Cat Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →* This guide describes general breed characteristics. For medical decisions, always consult a professional veterinarian.