The Chartreux cat, also known as the Shatuo blue cat, is a breed that originated in France. It is said to have been bred by monks of the Chartreux order in France. In France, although cats that catch mice are popular on farms, the Chartreux cat is not bred to be a mouse-hunting cat in order to maintain its shiny coat. Instead, it is often kept as a pet and it wasn't until around 1970 that its bloodline spread to the United States.
The Chartreux cat has a slightly chubby body and its fur is blue-gray, which is its biggest characteristic. Its thick and soft blue-gray fur shines with a beautiful luster, making it very charming. It is a short-haired cat with slightly longer fur. Its head is slightly large and round, with a pair of chubby cheeks. Its golden eyes are round, large, and bright, showing rich expressions, making it look smart and adorable. The Chartreux cat has a strong and robust body and is able to adapt to various environments. It has a gentle and well-behaved nature.
Original production origin in France, it is said to have been bred by monks of the Chartreux order in France. In France, although cats that catch mice are popular on farms, in order to maintain the shiny fur of the Chartreux cat, it is not bred as a hunting cat but is often kept as a pet. It was not until around 1970 that its bloodline spread to the United States.
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1, Cat ringworm
Cat ringworm is a common skin disease in cats, which is simply a fungal infection.
Cause: Kittens with poor physique are more prone to ringworm. Another type is due to warm and humid living environment, which leads to fungal infection.
Symptoms: The most common locations are the ears and chin, and small areas of ringworm spots will appear in the early stage, with hair loss, dry scales on the surface, and severe skin ulcers, large areas of bald spots, etc.
Solution: Isolation first - shaving (shaving the hair near the ringworm, it is convenient to apply medicine and prevent the spread of fungi) - oral medication (commonly used are Itraconazole/Fluconazole/Griseofulvin) - topical ointment (ketoconazole ointment/miconazole ointment/tolnaftate ointment/terbinafine spray, be sure to follow the doctor's advice before use) - medicated bath (ketoconazole lotion/miconazole lotion, continue for 1-2 weeks until recovery) - increase nutrition (cats infected with ringworm, mostly have some problems with resistance, need to increase nutrition, cook a little chicken breast + carrots) - sunbathe more (sunbathe to maintain ventilation, can help kill bacteria)
2, Cat flu
Cat flu is also one of the common diseases, and kittens with weak physique are more susceptible to the disease.
Cause: A strain of bacteria called herpes virus invades the respiratory tract of cats, and this virus attaches to their trachea and begins to invade their respiratory system.
Symptoms: Fever, mucus around the nose, frequent sneezing, a large amount of secretions around the eyes, and severe conjunctivitis.
Solution: When it is not too serious in the early stage, you can take lysine and use antiviral eye drops together. It is recommended that kittens be vaccinated, so the chance of cat flu is less. The virus that causes cat flu has a strong survival ability, so you need to do a good job of disinfection and cleaning of the whole house, and you can use formaldehyde and phenol for disinfection.
3, Vomiting
Vomiting in cats is also common. Sometimes cats will vomit their vomit as a self-protection mechanism, and generally feel better after vomiting.
Cause: Inhaling too much hair, indigestion, eating foreign objects, changing food too quickly, catching cold, and gastroenteritis can all cause vomiting.
Symptoms: Vomiting with hair and mucus; or vomiting food, vomiting yellow water and foam, etc.
Solution: If the cat vomits hair, it is recommended to buy some hair removal cream or cat grass for the cat to eat.
When the cat vomits, it is recommended to let the cat fast for a day, give it some warm water to drink, and then feed it some pet probiotics to regulate its flora. If the vomiting symptoms of the cat stop, you can feed it a small amount of soaked cat food or canned food with more soup and easily digestible food. If the vomiting condition does not improve, it is recommended to seek medical attention.
Hygiene: Due to the excessive amount of hair on the cat's body, it is easy to carry various bacteria and fleas. In order to ensure the health of the cat and the owner, the cat should be regularly bathed and groomed;
Diet: Different cats have different food preferences. Owners should not randomly choose cat food available on the market for the sake of convenience. They should carefully select cat food based on the cat's breed, growth situation, and physical condition. Special utensils should also be prepared for the cat;
Health: Like humans, cats can also get sick. When a cat is sick, it must be taken to a dedicated animal hospital for treatment. Regular physical examinations and vaccine injections should also be carried out periodically. Only when the cat is in good health can it have the energy to play with its owner;
Safety: There is a saying "Curiosity killed the cat". Cats are constantly curious about various things. And their nature leads them to be particularly fond of entering enclosed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, box covers, etc. to prevent cats from getting into potential dangers;
Living environment: Cats love nothing more than to lie down and take a nap. Therefore, as an owner, you should prepare a small sleeping cushion for it. After prolonged use, these cushions can harbor a lot of bacteria, so regular cleaning and disinfection should be done;
Cat litter: The problem of pets defecating everywhere has troubled many pet lovers. But cats are actually very clean animals. As long as the owner prepares cat litter for them, they will go to the litter box to defecate on their own;
Cats cannot tolerate being forced to do things. When the owner forces them to do something, they can become irritating. Therefore, owners should regularly trim the cat's nails to prevent being scratched and infected while playing with them.
Grooming time: Recommended once every three days
1. Relax the cat: Before combing the hair, you can give the cat a massage. When the kitten starts purring, proceed to the next step;
2. Comb along the fur: From the back->waist->hips->tail; When combing, you can use a small amount of water to wet the cat's fur to reduce static electricity. Comb along the direction of fur growth, from top to bottom;
3. Comb from chest to abdomen: Hold the cat in your arms, sit on your lap in a human posture, and comb from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so when combing, you must be quick and accurate.
4. Comb the cat's head and around the face: You can comb from the cat's head or face towards the neck, and be careful of the cat's eyes when combing.
5. Underarm and abdominal fur: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift its front feet, and comb from the armpit to the side of the abdomen.
6. Finally, use a comb to remove excess hair, straighten the cat's fur, and finish the entire process.
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