Described as balanced, gentle yet lively without going to extremes, fond of conversation and closely attached to its people.1
how to spot oneChantilly-Tiffany coat and colours
semi-long, silky single coat without undercoat
A medium, semi-foreign cat with a softly wedge-shaped head and almond eyes in yellow to gold, sometimes ringed with green around the pupil. The semi-long coat is silky and smooth with no woolly undercoat, and the original colour was a warm chocolate.2
Comes inchocolatebluelilaccinnamonfawnsolid, mackerel, ticked and spotted tabby2
a typical week and yearThe care rhythm
A typical home-care rhythm for a Chantilly-Tiffany. A starting point, not a vet's advice.
Brushingevery 2 days
Deshedding springBrush more while sheddingevery day
Nail trimevery 3 weeks
Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
Litter scoopevery day
Litter changeevery week
PlayDaily playevery day
Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
Vet check-upSenior years usually start around age 11every year
how busy a day looksChantilly-Tiffany exercise needs
How often should I feed my Chantilly-Tiffany, and at what times?
Feeding schedules vary by age and preference. Pet Wiki suggests following the food label's guidance and asking your vet for a routine that suits your cat's needs.
What should a Chantilly-Tiffany eat, and which foods are dangerous?
Feed a balanced cat food as recommended by your vet. Avoid dangerous foods like chocolate, grapes, raisins, onion, garlic, and xylitol, as noted by ASPCA.4
Does a Chantilly-Tiffany need baths?
Baths are rarely needed for this breed. Only bathe if your cat is very dirty or sticky, as per general cat care guidance.5
How often does a Chantilly-Tiffany need brushing?
Pet Wiki's starting plan suggests brushing every two days, and more often during shedding. This keeps the silky coat smooth and tangle-free.2
How do I trim a Chantilly-Tiffany's claws, and how often?
Trim claws every three weeks per Pet Wiki's plan. Start with one or two claws per session, and ask your vet or a groomer for a demonstration.5
How much play does a Chantilly-Tiffany need?
This breed has moderate activity needs. Pet Wiki suggests daily play to keep your cat happy and healthy.1
How do I look after a Chantilly-Tiffany's teeth and ears?
Pet Wiki recommends brushing teeth every two days, with daily brushing being ideal. For ears, ask your vet for a safe cleaning routine.
How long does a Chantilly-Tiffany live?
This breed typically lives between 13 and 17 years, bringing you many years of companionship.1
Is a Chantilly-Tiffany good with children and other pets?
Yes, this breed is described as balanced, gentle yet lively, and forms strong bonds with its people. They can be good with children and other pets when properly introduced.1
Can a Chantilly-Tiffany be left alone?
This breed forms strong bonds with its owners and may not enjoy long periods alone. It's best to provide companionship or enrichment if you're away.1
Written from the sources on this page, a few checked guides (VCA, ASPCA, RSPCA) and Pet Wiki's own starting care plan. A friendly guide, not a vet's advice.
per year, in your countryWhat a Chantilly-Tiffany costs
Running costs for a Chantilly-Tiffany, built from current prices in each country: food scaled to the weight of the breed, insurance to its size, the rest per country. The purchase price and unplanned vet bills come on top.
Estimates from the sources linked on each line. Food: a complete dry food at about 3,600 kcal/kg at the NRC maintenance energy for the average weight of the breed. Insurance: a typical adult policy scaled by size; real quotes depend on breed, age and cover.
Not veterinary advice. Check with your vet first if your pet has allergies, a health condition, is on a special diet or is pregnant. Treats should stay a small part of the daily food. Cut to a safe size and supervise. Terms of use
for the dinner tableFun facts
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The first litter, born in May 1969, was six chocolate kittens.2
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The Tiffany name was borrowed from an elegant 1920s Los Angeles theatre studio.2
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One of the last Chantillys, Frosty, appeared on Animal Planet's Cats 101.2
the story behind itWhere the name comes from
The breed was originally called 'Foreign Longhair' and later 'Tiffany' by breeder Sigyn Lund, after a Los Angeles theatre, to convey elegance. In 1992, Canadian breeders renamed it 'Chantilly' to avoid confusion with the British 'Tiffanie' breed, preserving the elegance the name represented.6
stars of the breedFamous ones
Frosty The last known Chantilly in the US, appeared in the 'Chantilly' episode of Cats 101 filmed at Amorino Cattery in 2012.6
Nugget A chocolate tabby Chantilly at Amorino Cattery who appears with Frosty in the Chantilly episode of Cats 101, filmed in 2012.6
I wake gently, stretching my long fur across the windowsill where the morning light warms me. I meow a soft good morning to my human, then follow her to the kitchen, winding around her ankles. After a bit of breakfast, I find a cozy spot on the armchair and watch the birds outside, my tail flicking slowly. When my human settles to read, I hop onto her lap and purr, occasionally touching her cheek with a paw. We chat, she talks, I answer with a trill. In the afternoon, I explore a cardboard box, then curl up for a long nap. At night, I sleep at the foot of the bed, a silent guardian.
A made-up story, just for fun. Not advice of any kind.
where it all beganChantilly-Tiffany history
Jennie Robinson of New York bought two chocolate longhaired cats, Thomas and Shirley, at an estate sale in 1967, and their first litter in 1969 started the line. Florida breeder Sigyn Lund carried the work on and called the cats Tiffany, later renamed Chantilly in the 1990s to avoid a mix-up with the British Tiffanie. The breed stayed tiny and the last known line ended around 2015.2
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