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Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal" Compare Burmese and Burmilla. Which is better: Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Burmilla Bengal
OriginsThailand flagThailand United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank217212
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Asian Burmilla Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal cat?
$1000 to $1500 $800 to $1200 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate High
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 7 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 11 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Burmilla have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		Wide range of colors in shaded or tipped patterns, including black, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Burmilla and Bengal coats?
Short Hair Short Hair
Long Hair 		Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Lean Robust
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Average

Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High High
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
15-16 years 10-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Burmilla cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Burmilla 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal?
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Retinal Dysplasia 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance High Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Quiet and soft meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, friendly and playful Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Playful and affectionate Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Playful tail swishes Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Moderate High
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Low Moderate High
Response To Commands High Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Moderate High
Curiosity High Moderate High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility High Medium Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmilla are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Challenging to Train: Burmilla cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Bengal 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 Burmilla or Bengal?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
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, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Curious Easy Going Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmilla 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmilla 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmilla cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Burmilla cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Burmilla cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Burmilla or Bengal?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Burmese vs Burmilla vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

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

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