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Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal" Compare Devon Rex and Selkirk Rex. Which is better: Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Selkirk Rex Bengal
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank72012
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Shepherd Cat Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal cat?
$1200 to $1800 $800 to $1500 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex 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, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 16 pounds, Female: 6 - 12 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 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 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.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue
Odd 		Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Devon Rex, Selkirk Rex and Bengal coats?
Short Long Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Solid Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Large and Prominent Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet Low fat, high protein High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
10-15 years 14-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Selkirk Rex cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Selkirk Rex 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, Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal?
High
Devon Rexs 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 Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Quiet and gentle meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, playful and friendly Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Patient and loving Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Patient and loving tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Moderate High
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Moderate 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 ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Selkirk Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Challenging to Train: Selkirk Rex 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, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex 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, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Highly interactive Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Selkirk 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal?
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Selkirk 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Selkirk Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Selkirk 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Selkirk Rex cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex 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, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Devon Rex vs Selkirk Rex vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex or Bengal?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Selkirk 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.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Devon Rex or Selkirk Rex 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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