Bengal vs Himalayan Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Bengal	Himalayan
Origins	United States	United States United Kingdom
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Group	Crossbreed	Crossbreed
Popularity Rank	12	33
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bengal Cat	Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy
Price Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Himalayan cat?	$1800 to $3000	$1000 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership	High	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)

Bengal vs Himalayan Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bengal or Himalayan 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.
Weight Which is heavier, Bengal or Himalayan cat?	Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds	Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds
Bite Force	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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.
Ear Shape	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Medium Rounded Wide-set
Eye Color	Gold Green	Blue
Hair Color and Pattern	Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.	Colorpoint pattern Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
Coat What is the difference between Bengal and Himalayan coats?	Sleek, Glossy	Long
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium
Musculature	Robust	Solid
Head Shape	Triangular	Round
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Oval	Round
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Concave	Short and Broad
Neck Length	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Soft Curled	Short Dense
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High
Bone Structure	Slender Fine	Robust
Tail Length	Long and Tapered	Plumed
Sleep Patterns	Average	Moderate Sleep

Bengal vs Himalayan Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Himalayan Health Comparison

Litter Size	1-3 Kittens	2-4 Kittens
Special Needs	Active Intelligent Requires stimulation	Affectionate High grooming
Breeding	Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size	Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences	High protein, wet food	Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance	High	Low
Noise Sensitivity	Low	Moderate
Genetic Diversity	Moderate	Low
Sensitivity To Changes	Very high sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	High	Low
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	High	Moderate
Exercise Needs	Low	Medium
Life Expectancy Do Bengal cats live longer than Himalayan?	12-16 years	9-15 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Himalayan cat?	The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.	The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Himalayan?	Yes Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.	No Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Himalayan?	High Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	High Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems	Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)	Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate	Hot	Temperate
Cold Tolerance	Low	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Low	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Medium	Medium

Bengal vs Himalayan Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Variety of sounds including chirps and meows	Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Good, but may be dominant	Good, calm and gentle
Facial Expression	Alert and playful	Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior	Quick tail flicks when excited	Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts	High	Low
Attention Needs	High	Low
Protectiveness	High	Low
Territoriality	High	Low
Independence	High	Low
Response To Commands	High	Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life	Moderate	High
Hunting Drive	High	Low
Play Style	Active Curious Playful	Playful Gentle Calm
Escape Tendencies	High	Low
Curiosity	High	Low
Hunting Skills	High ⬆️	Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers	Friendly 😊	Cautious
Stalking Behavior	High	Low
Aggression Level	Moderate	Moderate
Training Difficulty	Moderate	Difficult
Agility	High	Low
Travel Compatibility	Medium	Medium
Activity	Low Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Low Independent	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Low	Medium
Playfulness	Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.	Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability	Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.	Average Trainability: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Himalayan?	No This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.	Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Himalayan?	Active	Dependent
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Himalayan?	High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Himalayan?	The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.	The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Himalayan?	Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Himalayan?	Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.	Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, Bengal or Himalayan?	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 Himalayan?	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, Bengal or Himalayan?	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 Himalayan Grooming Comparison

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

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Just Me
Apr 10, 2023, 4:49:33 AM:
I would love to see a review on a Bengal X Himalayan mix. Complete polar opposites but I am now see this mix more and more online making me wonder why mix these two breeds and what to expect besides maybe short hair kittens.