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Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair" Compare Bengal and Siamese. Which is better: Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siamese British Longhair
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank121536
Reviews100
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Siam, Thai Cat British Longhair Variant, British Semi-Longhair, Longhair British, Britannica (European), Lowlander (United States)
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1200 $800 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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair 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.
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 Siamese or British Longhair?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 16 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. No data available Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siamese and British Longhair coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Dense, Straight
Leg Lenght Medium Long 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 Slanted Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
12-16 years 12-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The British Longhair cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
British Longhair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair?
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) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Very loud and talkative Quiet and calm meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and interactive Moderate, can be reserved
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and social Calm and gentle
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and social tail movements Calm tail, rarely flicks
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High Moderate Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Low
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. British Longhair 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Difficult to Train: British Longhair 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 Siamese or British Longhair?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
Active Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
British Longhair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: British Longhair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Longhair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: British Longhair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siamese vs British Longhair?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: British Longhair is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siamese or British Longhair?
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 Siamese vs British Longhair Grooming Comparison

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

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