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Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal" Compare Abyssinian and Oriental. Which is better: Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Oriental Bengal
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank101612
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Oriental Shorthair Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal cat?
$900 to $1500 $800 to $1500 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Oriental and Bengal coats?
Shorthair Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular Robust
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 Almond-shaped Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low High
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
14-15 years 12-14 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Hot Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance High Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

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

Abyssinian vs Oriental vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Oriental coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Abyssinian or Oriental or Bengal?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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