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Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian" Compare Bengal and Siamese. Which is better: Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siamese Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank12155
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Siam, Thai Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1200 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate 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) 		No data available

Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siamese or Persian 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.
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 Siamese or Persian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 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.
 No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. No data available Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siamese and Persian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Slanted 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 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 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 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 Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
12-16 years 12-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
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
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians 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)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Very loud and talkative Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and interactive Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and social Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and social tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High High Low
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Difficult
Agility High High Low
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
Challenging to Train: Persian 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 Siamese or Persian?
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 Siamese or Persian?
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.
Persian 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 Persian?
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: Persian 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 Persian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
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.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siamese vs Persian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
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 Siamese or Persian?
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 Siamese or Persian?
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 Persian 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
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Siamese or Persian?
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 Persian?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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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