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Tiger or Cat? 15 Important Facts About Bengal Cats

Published: Jul 16, 2019 · Modified: Apr 5, 2021 by Viktoria Bryzh · This post may contain affiliate links

Is that a little tiger? No, it's a Bengal Cat! These type of cats has an exotic appearance that resembles their wildcat ancestors, but they make a good family company.

Get to know Bengal Cats more with this list of 15 facts about them!

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#1 Bengals inherit the glitter gene

Bengal Cat lying on the bed — The rich color and glittery shine distinguish the Bengal coat from other cats. Their coat will appear to shine in the sunlight with a glitter that has an iridescent quality!

#2 They adore water!

#3 Bengals have a wild bloodline

Bengal Cat with blue green eyes — Bengal cat is named after its wild ancestor, the Asian leopard cat that is scientifically known as Prionailurus bengalensis.

#4 They are very vocal!

Bengal Cat yawning — The Bengal cat doesn’t meow quite like other cats and they can’t easily be ignored.

#5 Not every kangaroo can jump like them ?

#6 Bengals are little thieves!

Bengal Cat crossing its hands — They may look innocent but if you have a hard time finding your necklace or house keys, it’s probably the kitty who went on a hunt to steal all that glitters. Bengals certainly earn a capital “B” for burglary.

#7 You can train them!

Bengal Cat lying on the bed — Bengals are very athletic cats and they have an amazing ability to be trained by people.

#8 Be careful with these “tigers” ?

Bengal Cat eating the grass — In some situation these cats can be really aggressive, so make sure you give them enough love, food, and water ?

#9 Their temperament depends on training and development!

Bengal Cat lying on a fluffy chair — This breed of cat may have more similarity to a domestic cat in some cases, or to their native wild leopard in others. Breeders recommend only purchasing Bengals who are fourth-generation or later if the intention is to keep them as a pet. This helps to avoid wild behaviors which could be a problem with first, second, or third generations.

#10

Bengal Cat on the ground playing with a worm — Bengal cats love to play and they prefer to have toys to bat around and chew on.

#11 They follow their owners everywhere!

Bengal Cat walking along the sides of the mesh fence — They will follow you into the bathroom when you go to take a bath. If you allow them to stay in the room with you, your Bengal cat may even jump into the bathtub with you to enjoy a quick splash.

#12 Bengal kittens have a natural instinct to rip and tear ?

#13 If you have a dog, Bengal cat will become its best friend!

Bengal Cat with a dog — If the dog shows a Bengal the appropriate friendly behaviors, you may have two pals for life.

#14 They can reach 8 to 15 pounds of weight.

#15 Bengal cat is a very smart and cunning cat with an outgoing personality.

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