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Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese" Compare Bengal and Cornish Rex. Which is better: Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Cornish Rex Siamese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank121315
Reviews110
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Corn Rex Cat Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese cat?
$1800 to $3000 $800 to $1200 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Cornish Rex Breed Club 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
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 Cornish Rex or Siamese?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Lithe
Cornish Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Cornish Rex and Siamese coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Slender Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Whip-like Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Average

Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low High Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level High High Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
12-16 years 11-14 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Cornish Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Cornish Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Hot Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and high-pitched meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Alert and playful Lively and affectionate Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Curly tail with expressive movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High Low Moderate
Territoriality High Low High
Independence High Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Cornish Rex are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Cornish Rex cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Siamese 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, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
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 Cornish Rex or Siamese?
Active Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cornish Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Cornish Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Cornish Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Cornish Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Cornish Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
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, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Cornish Rex or Siamese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Bengal vs Cornish Rex vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

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

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