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Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger" Compare Bengal and Egyptian Mau. Which is better: Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Egyptian Mau Toyger
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Egypt flagEgypt United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank126144
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Pharaoh Cat Toyger Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1000 to $1200 $2000 to $3500
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)

Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger cat?
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.
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 Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Toyger are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke. Bold, dark, and uniform broken vertical stripes on a bright orange background, mimicking the coat pattern of a tiger.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Egyptian Mau and Toyger coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short to medium Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Solid Robust
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 Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Fine Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Moderate Sleep

Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, alert and active Moderate, playful and friendly
Guarding Instinct High High High
Protection Instincts High High High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Good

Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low fat High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
12-16 years 18-20 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
The Toyger cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Toyger cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Toygers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Heart Murmurs
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and melodious meows Playful and friendly meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, enjoys company of other pets Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Graceful and alert Playful and friendly
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Graceful and alert tail movements Playful and friendly tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
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 Medium Medium Medium
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. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Toyger 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.
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Difficult to Train: Toyger cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
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 Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Active Agile Playful
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Toyger cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Toyger cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Toyger cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Toyger owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Toyger is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Bengal vs Egyptian Mau vs Toyger Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Low Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Toyger coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Egyptian Mau or Toyger?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.
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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