Chausie
The Chausie is a hybrid breed of cat that was developed by the hybridisation of wild jungle cats (Felis chaus) with domestic cats (Felis catus). The breed has a lean and athletic built, sporting a black-based coat of a ticked or grizzled tabby, or a solid pattern. In 1995, the Chausie was officially recognised and pedigreed by The International Cat Association (TICA) under the "non-domestic hybrid source breed"-category. Because Chausies are mostly descended from domestic cats, by about the fourth to fifth generation, they are fully fertile and domestic in temperament. Due to their hybrid origin, multiple countries have legal restrictions on the ownership and breeding of Chausies.
| Life Span | 12-18 years |
| Weight | 3-6 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Chausie
Finding a responsible Chausie breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells cats commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Chausie. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Chausies appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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