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Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal" Compare Chartreux and Siamese. Which is better: Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Chartreux Siamese Bengal
OriginsFrance flagFrance Thailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank681512
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Felis catus coeruleus
Chartreuse cat
Chartreaux Cat
Felis Silvestris Cartusenensis 		Siam, Thai Cat Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal cat?
$1500 to $2000 $600 to $1200 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate High
Breed Recognition CFA (Cat Fanciers' Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association)
FIFe (Fédération Internationale Féline) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal cat?
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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 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 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Blue No data available Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Chartreux, Siamese and Bengal coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Robust
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Hooded Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Heavy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Average

Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Moderate grooming
Independent 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Easy to breed, healthy and robust Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Very high 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 Low Moderate High
Exercise Needs High High Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
12-15 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal cat?
The Chartreux cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
No
Chartreux cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Struvite Crystals 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Temperate Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance High Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High High Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Very loud and talkative Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, very social and interactive Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Quiet and observant Vocal and social Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Slow swaying when calm Vocal and social tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs Low High High
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Moderate High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Highly Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Chartreux are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Chartreux cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Chartreux or Siamese 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, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
Affectionate Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Chartreux 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.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal?
High: Chartreux 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: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
The Chartreux cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Chartreux 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: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal?
Smart: Chartreux's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
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, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
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.

Chartreux vs Siamese vs Bengal 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
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese 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, Chartreux or Siamese or Bengal?
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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