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Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian" Compare Burmese and Bengal. Which is better: Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Bengal Abyssinian
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank211210
Reviews010
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Bengal Cat Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian cat?
$1000 to $1500 $1800 to $3000 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low High High
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-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.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Bengal and Abyssinian coats?
Short Hair Sleek, Glossy Shorthair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Short
Musculature Solid Robust Lean
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Low
Exercise Needs High Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
15-16 years 12-16 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian?
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Climate Temperate Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance High Low High
Heat Tolerance High Low High
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, but may be dominant Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Alert and playful Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low High Moderate
Territoriality Low High High
Independence Low High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Medium High
Activity
Highly Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance High Low High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
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, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Curious Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese 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.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese 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.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Burmese vs Bengal vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Burmese or Bengal or Abyssinian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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