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Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian" Compare Bengal and Oriental. Which is better: Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Oriental Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank121622
Reviews101
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Oriental Shorthair Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian 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.
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 Oriental or Siberian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
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. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Oriental and Siberian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Robust
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly active and curious Long, vocal and social Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High Low High
Protection Instincts High Low High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Good
Swimming Ability Good Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Good

Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low 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 High
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
12-16 years 12-14 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Orientals 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) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Hot Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and playful Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and affectionate Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and affectionate tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality High Low High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
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. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian 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.
Average Trainability: Oriental cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Siberian 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 Oriental or Siberian?
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 Oriental or Siberian?
Active Energetic Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Oriental cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Oriental cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Oriental owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Oriental or Siberian?
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 Oriental or Siberian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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 Oriental or Siberian?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bengal vs Oriental vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

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

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