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British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian" Compare British Shorthair and Bengal. Which is better: British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
 
 
 
Name British Shorthair Bengal Persian
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank3125
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica Bengal Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian cat?
$1,500 to $3,000 $1800 to $3000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available

British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian 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, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green 		Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. 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 British Shorthair, Bengal and Persian coats?
Short Hair Sleek, Glossy Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Button Concave 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 Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

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

British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Independent 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Easy to breed, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
12-17 years 12-16 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian cat?
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
No
British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Bengal 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, British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and gentle meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and tolerant Good, but may be dominant Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Calm and easygoing Alert and playful Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying when calm Quick tail flicks when excited Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High Low
Attention Needs Low High Low
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands Moderate High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive Moderate High Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Low
Curiosity Moderate High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate High Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Difficult
Agility Moderate High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Highly Trainable: Bengal 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, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
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, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Affectionate Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
British Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal 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: British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian?
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Bengal 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, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal 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, British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian?
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

British Shorthair vs Bengal vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, British Shorthair or Bengal or Persian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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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