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Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl" Compare Oriental and Bengal. Which is better: Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Name Oriental Bengal American Curl
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank161258
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oriental Shorthair Bengal Cat Peter Pan of cats
Price
Which one is cheaper, Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl cat?
$800 to $1500 $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl 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, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 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 Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
American Curl have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Small
Wide-set
Curled back
Eye Color Green Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper
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 colors and patterns
Coat
What is the difference between Oriental, Bengal and American Curl coats?
Short Hair Sleek, Glossy Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Muscular 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 Almond-shaped Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Small
Nose Structure Straight Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Curled
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Average

Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Special Abilities Comparison

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

Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Social
Gentle
Regular ear cleaning
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Moderate
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
12-14 years 12-16 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl cat?
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The American Curl cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
American Curl cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl?
High
Orientals 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 Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Dental Problems
Ear Infections
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Hard

Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and playful Good, but may be dominant Good, sociable and friendly
Facial Expression Vocal and affectionate Alert and playful Affectionate and curious
Tail Behavior Vocal and affectionate tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Curled tail, often raised
Explorer Instincts Moderate High Moderate
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Adaptable
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. American Curl are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Oriental 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.
Difficult to Train: American Curl cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
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, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Energetic Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Oriental 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.
American Curl cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl?
High: Oriental 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: American Curl cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The American Curl cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Very dog-friendly: Oriental 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: American Curl owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl?
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the American Curl cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well 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, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Oriental vs Bengal vs American Curl Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Oriental coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your American Curl cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Oriental or Bengal or American Curl?
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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