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Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair" Compare Bengal and Maine Coon. Which is better: Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Maine Coon British Shorthair
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank1243
Reviews110
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2000 $1,500 to $3,000
Cost Of Ownership High High 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)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Maine Coon 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 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper
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; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Maine Coon and British Shorthair coats?
Sleek, Glossy Longhair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Robust Solid Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Square Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Square Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Button
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
High grooming 		Low maintenance
Independent
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Easy to breed, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate High Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium 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 Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
12-16 years 12-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
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)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet chirps and trills Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and tolerant
Facial Expression Alert and playful Friendly and intelligent Calm and easygoing
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Gentle swaying tail Gentle swaying when calm
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Moderate Low
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Low 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. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair 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.
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
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 Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Active Adaptable Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
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 Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
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 Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Grooming Comparison

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

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