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Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian" Compare Bengal and Siamese. Which is better: Bengal or Siamese or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siamese Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank121522
Reviews101
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Siam, Thai Cat Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1200 $1200 to $2500
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)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siamese or Siberian 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 Siberian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available 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)
Siamese 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 		No data available Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siamese and Siberian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Semi-long
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 Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow 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 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Calm
More Sleep

Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian 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, 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 Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siamese or Siberian?
12-16 years 12-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siamese or Siberian?
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.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian?
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)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Hot Hot Cold
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Very loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and social Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and social tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate 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 Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
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. 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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 Siamese 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 Siamese or Siberian?
Active Active Curious
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.
Siberian 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 Siberian?
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: 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 Siamese or Siberian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Siberian?
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: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siamese vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese 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 Siamese 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 Siamese or Siberian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siamese 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 Siamese vs Siberian 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 Siberian?
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.
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 Siamese or Siberian?
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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