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Important things to know about the Bengal Cat.
Any Bengal owner will agree that, whether you're drawn by their beautiful coat or tempted by their cheeky sense of humor, you'll certainly have your work cut out for you if you welcome one of these mini leopards into your home.
"I always tell people they are the ones on Duracell batteries!
They're full of energy and they want to do things most of the time.
They won't curl into a ball and just lay there.
They're highly intelligent and very active. They can be a bit boisterous, which might be a bit much for some owners."
The striking appearance of the Bengal is often responsible for the common misconceptions about this beautiful breed's behavior. Although their wild looks lend a certain exotic impression, Bengals are by no means aggressive, despite their intense personalities.They do not prey on wildlife but rather just watch.
You're likely to have heard of the Bengal cat's well-known love of water, and for most Bengals this is true. Owners are advised to take precautions to protect their curious kitties from riskier sources — simple things like making sure toilet lids are down will ensure Bengals can't ingest any dangerous chemicals — but don't be surprised to find them drinking from the tap or joining you in the shower!
Bengals are incredibly loyal and loving too. "They do love their humans, much to their owners' exasperation!"
From the moment a Bengal accepts you, you can't be trusted to do anything without being supervised!
They are very 'helpful' around the house, and they will steal trinkets — you'll often find a stash of goodies, like pens and pencils, lying about.
They will play with you if you let them; they're very clever. They don't suffer fools at all and are such a lively breed. They're very vocal as well and have a wonderful range of sounds. They'll make different noises and be very chatty to let you know what they want. They won't keep quiet if they're unhappy either — they will grumble to warn you.
They're good with dogs too and some even prefer the company of dogs to other cats! Bengals can be a bit territorial so they might not suit big multi-cat households. It's not that they're anti-social, but they do like be your number one."
Bengal cats are said to be loyal, loving and will quickly become part of your family, mixing well with children and other animals. Some of the Bengal cat's wild instincts have been retained, including a love of water, so owners are advised- can not stress it often enough- to keep toilet seats closed and expect to see their Bengal cats drinking from a tap.
Other traits include intelligence; Bengal cats are said to be adaptable and sociable, and they can often be talkative.
"My advice to anyone considering getting a Bengal is to research registered breeders to ensure you get a healthy, well-socialiced kitten. It may cost a little more, but it’s most definitely worth it. Make sure you’ve researched the breed as the Bengal is not a laid-back lap cat! You need to have lots of time to amuse them with toys and activities. When Bengals get bored, they can become destructive. You need to invest a bit more effort into owning a Bengal… Is it worth it?
Absolutely!!! :-)
Any Bengal owner will agree that, whether you're drawn by their beautiful coat or tempted by their cheeky sense of humor, you'll certainly have your work cut out for you if you welcome one of these mini leopards into your home.
"I always tell people they are the ones on Duracell batteries!
They're full of energy and they want to do things most of the time.
They won't curl into a ball and just lay there.
They're highly intelligent and very active. They can be a bit boisterous, which might be a bit much for some owners."
The striking appearance of the Bengal is often responsible for the common misconceptions about this beautiful breed's behavior. Although their wild looks lend a certain exotic impression, Bengals are by no means aggressive, despite their intense personalities.They do not prey on wildlife but rather just watch.
You're likely to have heard of the Bengal cat's well-known love of water, and for most Bengals this is true. Owners are advised to take precautions to protect their curious kitties from riskier sources — simple things like making sure toilet lids are down will ensure Bengals can't ingest any dangerous chemicals — but don't be surprised to find them drinking from the tap or joining you in the shower!
Bengals are incredibly loyal and loving too. "They do love their humans, much to their owners' exasperation!"
From the moment a Bengal accepts you, you can't be trusted to do anything without being supervised!
They are very 'helpful' around the house, and they will steal trinkets — you'll often find a stash of goodies, like pens and pencils, lying about.
They will play with you if you let them; they're very clever. They don't suffer fools at all and are such a lively breed. They're very vocal as well and have a wonderful range of sounds. They'll make different noises and be very chatty to let you know what they want. They won't keep quiet if they're unhappy either — they will grumble to warn you.
They're good with dogs too and some even prefer the company of dogs to other cats! Bengals can be a bit territorial so they might not suit big multi-cat households. It's not that they're anti-social, but they do like be your number one."
Bengal cats are said to be loyal, loving and will quickly become part of your family, mixing well with children and other animals. Some of the Bengal cat's wild instincts have been retained, including a love of water, so owners are advised- can not stress it often enough- to keep toilet seats closed and expect to see their Bengal cats drinking from a tap.
Other traits include intelligence; Bengal cats are said to be adaptable and sociable, and they can often be talkative.
"My advice to anyone considering getting a Bengal is to research registered breeders to ensure you get a healthy, well-socialiced kitten. It may cost a little more, but it’s most definitely worth it. Make sure you’ve researched the breed as the Bengal is not a laid-back lap cat! You need to have lots of time to amuse them with toys and activities. When Bengals get bored, they can become destructive. You need to invest a bit more effort into owning a Bengal… Is it worth it?
Absolutely!!! :-)