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Tuxedo is originated from United States but Chausie is originated from Egypt. Both Tuxedo and Chausie are of same weight. Tuxedo may live 4 years more than Chausie. Both Tuxedo and Chausie has same litter size. Tuxedo requires Moderate maintenance. But Chausie requires Low maintenance
The Tuxedo cat is essentially a black and white cat and the name comes from him looking like he is dressed in a formal tuxedo.
Tuxedos aren’t a new cat breed and they have been around for thousands of years. Tuxedo is merely describing the coat of the cat. So the Tuxedo cat isn’t a cat breed but rather a pattern color. A Persian cat as an example, can be a tuxedo cat because of its coat.
The Afro-Chausie came about from breeding a few individuals from a species of jungle cat which was native to India, Asia and the Middle East. In other words, this is a cross between a wild cat and a domesticated cat.
It was only in 1995 that the Chausie was recognized as a domestic breed, and by the International Cat Association.
The Chausie breed essentially began in the 1990s, when breeders name the breed Chausie and also developed a breeding program. They received registration status in 1995. Chausies are bred in North America and Europe and in 2003 became a new breed in the United States.
A tuxedo cat has distinct coat colors. Their bicolor coats are soft and sleek and sometimes the colors aren't limited to just black and white but they can be orange, gray or tortoiseshell.
Because Tuxedo cats aren’t a breed, nothing is really set in stone with them and their size ranges. This means he can weigh between 3 and 7kg or 8 or even 9kg. The eyes of the Tuxedo cat are nearly always green.
The Tuxedo cat’s personality is varied as well because it can be any breed of cat. There are some Tuxedo cat owners who will say that their cats have a definite Tuxedo personality, but there is no research that indicates that these cats have a particular personality.
They are all different. Most Tuxedo cats however are friendly, social, loving, and lively.
The Chausie is a medium to large cat with a long body and long legs. In fact, the hind legs are somewhat longer than their front legs, and they’re able to easily leap into the air and up onto high perches. Some people say these cats look like Pumas.
The adult Afro-Chausie can weigh between 5 to 9kg and they stand in height from 35cm to 45cm and sometimes taller, both male and female.
The ears of the cat are broad and tall and the almond-shaped eyes are a yellow to green shade. The TICA Chausie breed standard says that the cat comes in 3 colors – a black/brown ticked coats, solid black and black grizzled tabby, but in fact, they come in quite a few other colors and patterns too.
Your Afro-Chausie is an intelligent, loyal, social and athletic cat that is also playful. They love their human companions and will form a deep bond with them, making it difficult to rehome him later on.
They don’t like being alone, in fact to such an extent that they will befriend dogs in the home too. This is such an active cat and you can even train him to walk on a leash.
It’s a cat that also loves water and Similar to Bengals and Savannahs, this breed, too, enjoys water. This cat will form deep bonds with owners, hence rehoming has been known to be particularly challenging with this breed
The tuxedo cat is such a sport - always up for fun and games. Cats like the tuxedo are always a great choice of pet.
Cats like the tuxedo are also low maintenance and he is clever enough to even have a bit of training.
The tuxedo cat, even though he likes the outdoors, can also be an apartment cat. He also gets on well with children and other pets in the home. Having a tuxedo in the home is guaranteed to fill your home with joy, and you owe it to him to provide him with lots of love and attention.
The Chausie loves human contact and they love games with their human family.
They’re intelligent and are constantly looking for things to do. They are athletic and have plenty of energy. They’re social, playful and make great playmates for children who have been taught to respect animals.
When you bring an Afro-Chausie into your home, you can expect to have a lot of action and entertainment with this beautiful cat.
The Tuxedo cat has no real health concerns and that is just another reason why they make such popular pets. There are, however, always health issues that a cat can succumb to.
This is caused by kidney disease. It is one of the leading causes of death in older cats, and causes can include age but also genetics.
Your cat can show a number of symptoms such as excessive urination, nausea, terrible thirst, dehydration, constipation, and loss of appetite.
There is no cure for feline kidney disease but it can be treated and managed, and that is why you will need to see the vet.
This is the dreaded feline distemper for which your cat will need to be vaccinated against. It is a highly contagious viral disease, with kittens being more at risk.
After contracting the disease. It can spread through bodily fluids as well as fleas and is mostly transmitted by contaminated food and water bowls as well as litter trays.
The disease affects the intestinal tract of the cat and attacks the immune systems. Your cat will be vomiting, have diarrhea and anemia and he will have loss of appetite, lethargy and be totally and utterly down in the dumps.
Cancer is common in cats of all ages. When you brush your Tuxedo, be aware of any unusual lumps. Lymphoma is a common cancer in cats.
With good health, your Afro Chausie can live to be anything between 12 – 16 years of age. These cats are prone to developing food allergies, and this is why it is important to feed your Chausie high-quality food.
They’ve got fragile digestive systems and many are gluten intolerant.
All kinds of parasites can invade your Afro-Chausie’s body – internally and externally so be sure to have your Chausie checked over for parasites such as tick and fleas, worms and mites.
Check your Chausie for putting on too much weight as these cats have a huge appetite.
You just have to bear in mind that these cats can develop any of the illnesses that other domesticated cats get
The Tuxedo cat is cared for in much the same way that you would care for any other cat really.
The coat of the Tuxedo requires no special treatment as the coat isn’t really ever long. Simply brush it at least once a week to reduce matting and dust collecting on the coat. You want to keep it shiny and sleek.
Provide a scratching post and a climbing tree as these are both taking care of natural instincts of a cat – to scratch and to leap.
Ensure your pet isn’t bored. Provide him with plenty of opportunities to have fun and to play. Provide him with interactive toys to keep him amused.
Cats like to sleep quite a bit so provide him with a nice soft bed in a quiet area.
If your Tuxedo is an indoor cat, he will need a litter box in a quiet area. Be sure to clean the litter box of feces every single day. Make sure that the actual litter is kept clean and tidy.
Your Tuxedo cat should be fed the same diet as any other cat. This is because every cat there is is a carnivore and their diet has to be made up of meat. A wet food diet or a dry food diet is available but make sure it is always of the highest quality. This will ensure your pet gets all the nutrients to ensure good health. Discuss your cat's s dietary needs with your vet if you are in any doubt.
With their short coats, they only need to be brushed once a week as they are moderate shedders.
Provide your cat with a quiet place to sleep and which is comfortable and dry.
A cat tree can be useful for allowing your cat to climb and scratch.
Chausies are essentially meat-eaters. They don’t want to eat fruit and nuts. One of the Chausie’s ancestors was a wild cat and this is why they don’t eat the same foods as what your dog does.
Every cat thrives on a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. A dog’s diet with scraps from the table as well as human food can be fatal for your Chausie if it becomes your cat’s regular food.
He requires a diet of quality meat – beef, chicken, fish and organs – all foods that are easily digestible for your cat. Cats also need taurine from muscle meat such as shellfish and fish.
Always make sure your Chausie has access to a constant supply of fresh, cool water.