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Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex" Compare Devon Rex and Bengal. Which is better: Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Bengal Cornish Rex
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank71213
Reviews011
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Bengal Cat Corn Rex Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex cat?
$1200 to $1800 $1800 to $3000 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Cornish Rex Breed Club

Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 10 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 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Lithe
Cornish Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue
Odd 		Gold
Green 		Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Devon Rex, Bengal and Cornish Rex coats?
Short Sleek, Glossy Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Robust Slender
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Large and Prominent Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Average Average Average

Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low High
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High High
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
10-15 years 12-16 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Cornish Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Cornish Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex?
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Alert and playful Lively and affectionate
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Curly tail with expressive movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Moderate High Moderate
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
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
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
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Cornish Rex are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex 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.
Highly Trainable: Cornish Rex 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, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
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, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
Highly interactive Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex 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.
Cornish Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex?
High: Devon Rex 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: Cornish Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Cornish Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex 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.
Very dog-friendly: Cornish Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Cornish Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
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, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
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, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
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.

Devon Rex vs Bengal vs Cornish Rex 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 Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex 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.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Cornish Rex coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Devon Rex or Bengal or Cornish Rex?
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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