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Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian" Compare Bengal and Devon Rex. Which is better: Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Devon Rex Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank1275
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1200 to $1800 $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)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available

Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian 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 Devon Rex or Persian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
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Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd 		Copper
Blue
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. 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, Devon Rex and Persian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Lean Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Large and Prominent Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave 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 		Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Whip-like Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
12-16 years 10-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		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 Medium Medium

Bengal vs Devon Rex vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Playful and high-pitched meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Mischievous and affectionate Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Playful and mischievous tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High High Low
Protectiveness High Low Low
Territoriality High Low Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Difficult
Agility High High 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.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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: Devon Rex 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 Devon Rex 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 Devon Rex or Persian?
Active Highly interactive Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex 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 Devon Rex vs Persian?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
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 Devon Rex or Persian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex 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 Devon Rex vs Persian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Devon Rex or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Devon Rex 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 Devon Rex vs Persian Grooming Comparison

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