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Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian" Compare Bengal and British Shorthair. Which is better: Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal British Shorthair Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank1235
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1,500 to $3,000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available

Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
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Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper 		Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, British Shorthair and Persian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Button Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, enjoys calm activities Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct High High Low
Protection Instincts High High Low
Climbing Ability High Moderate Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Moderate Poor

Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Easy to breed, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
12-16 years 12-17 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and gentle meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, calm and tolerant Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Calm and easygoing Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Gentle swaying when calm Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Low
Attention Needs High Low Low
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High Moderate Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Moderate Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Difficult
Agility High Moderate Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Active Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
British Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
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.

Bengal vs British Shorthair vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or British Shorthair or Persian?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.

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