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Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue" Compare Abyssinian and Bengal. Which is better: Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Bengal Russian Blue
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank101211
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Bengal Cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue cat?
$900 to $1500 $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $1700
Cost Of Ownership High High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Green
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen.
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Bengal and Russian Blue coats?
Shorthair Sleek, Glossy Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Robust Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Oval Small and Deep-set
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Average

Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, focused and curious Long, highly active and curious Moderate, shy and observant
Guarding Instinct Moderate High Moderate
Protection Instincts Moderate High Moderate
Climbing Ability High High Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Poor Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Poor

Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Low maintenance
Independent
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High High
Exercise Needs High Low Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
14-15 years 12-16 years 10-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Low Medium
Heat Tolerance High Low Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet meows and chirps Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and shy meows
Interaction With Other Pets Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, but may be dominant Good, but can be shy
Facial Expression Alert and curious Alert and playful Shy and loyal
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when excited Quick tail flicks when excited Shy and loyal tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate High Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Medium Low
Activity
Highly Active
Low Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance High Low Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Active Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue?
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue?
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Abyssinian vs Bengal vs Russian Blue Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Abyssinian or Bengal or Russian Blue?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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