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Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau" Compare Bengal and Ocicat. Which is better: Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Ocicat Egyptian Mau
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Egypt flagEgypt
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank121761
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Oci Pharaoh Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau cat?
$1800 to $3000 $800 to $1200 $1000 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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau 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.
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 Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 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
Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver. Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Ocicat and Egyptian Mau coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Short to medium
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Solid
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 Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Shaggy 		Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Average

Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 2-4 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 careful genetic management, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, raw diet High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
High 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 Low
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
12-16 years 12-14 years 18-20 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Ocicat 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Hot Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard Medium

Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Moderate and varied sounds Soft and melodious meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, playful and social Good, enjoys company of other pets
Facial Expression Alert and playful Energetic and friendly Graceful and alert
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Energetic and friendly tail movements Graceful and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate Moderate Moderate
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 ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate High Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
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. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Egyptian Mau 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.
Difficult to Train: Ocicat cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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 Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Active Active Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ocicat 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ocicat 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
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 Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
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 Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Bengal vs Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Grooming Comparison

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