Chausie

Chausie
Standard TICA: CU
Shoulder height	36 to 46 cm
length
Weight	Male: up to 10 kg female: Ø kg
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colors not allowed
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The Chausie is a cross between a house cat and a pipe cat ( Felis chaus ). Breeders believe that if properly socialized, chausies will become loyal friends. The cat has an athletic body, long legs and banded short-haired fur.

Emergence

Since the 1960s, cat breeders have randomly and deliberately crossed domestic cats with closely related wild cats. There is a heated discussion in breeder circles about the ethical side of this combination. In 1995, the Chausie, bred in the USA, was officially registered with the TICA .

Brief information

• Place of origin: USA
• Date of origin: late 1960s
• Weight: 4.5-10 kg.
• Nature: lovable and affectionate
• Colors: banded brown, solid black, silver with tip coloring

Physical characteristics

• Head: Slightly wedge-shaped, high cheekbones, strong chin
• Eyes: Large and walnut shaped
• Ears: Broad at the base, large, with tufts of ears
• Body: Large rectangular body with a full chest
• Coat: Thick and short-haired
• Tail: Three-quarters long, just below the hock

Web links

Commons : Chausies  - collection of pictures, videos and audio files

• Breed definition at TICA
• Chausie - house tiger in wild cat look - information portal Rassekatze.eu