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Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal" Compare Egyptian Mau and Scottish Fold. Which is better: Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Egyptian Mau Scottish Fold Bengal
OriginsEgypt flagEgypt United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank61812
Reviews021
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pharaoh Cat Scot Fold Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal cat?
$1000 to $1200 $1000 to $2000 $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)

Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold 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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 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 Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Folded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke. 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 Egyptian Mau, Scottish Fold and Bengal coats?
Short to medium Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Lean Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Button Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Heavy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, alert and active Short to moderate, gentle and calm Long, highly active and curious
Guarding Instinct High Low High
Protection Instincts High Low High
Climbing Ability High Low High
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Good

Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low High Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
18-20 years 11-14 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal cat?
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Scottish Fold 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, Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Hot Cold Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and melodious meows Quiet and gentle sounds Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys company of other pets Good, calm and friendly Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Graceful and alert Sweet and gentle Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Graceful and alert tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts High Low High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality High Low High
Independence High Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low High
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High Low 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. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold 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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Agile Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Scottish Fold 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: Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal?
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold 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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold 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, Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal?
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Egyptian Mau vs Scottish Fold vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate 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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Scottish Fold 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, Egyptian Mau or Scottish Fold or Bengal?
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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