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Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal" Compare Maine Coon and Himalayan. Which is better: Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Maine Coon Himalayan Bengal
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank43312
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal cat?
$1200 to $2000 $1000 to $2500 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High High High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 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
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. 		Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Maine Coon, Himalayan and Bengal coats?
Longhair Long Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Solid Robust
Head Shape Square Round Triangular
Toe Count Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Square Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Short and Broad Concave
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density High Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Average

Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Low High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium 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 Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
12-15 years 9-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal cat?
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Himalayan 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, Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		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 Easy Medium Medium

Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet chirps and trills Soft and infrequent meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and gentle Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Friendly and intelligent Sweet and gentle Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying tail Sweet and gentle tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Low High
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence High Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Difficult Moderate
Agility High Low High
Travel Compatibility Low 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. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Average Trainability: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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, Maine Coon or Himalayan 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, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
Adaptable Dependent Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Himalayan 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: Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal?
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Himalayan 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, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Maine Coon or Himalayan 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, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
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.

Maine Coon vs Himalayan vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Maine Coon or Himalayan or Bengal?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Maine Coon or Himalayan 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.
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.

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