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Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex" Compare Russian Blue and Bengal. Which is better: Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Russian Blue Bengal Devon Rex
OriginsRussia flagRussia United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank11127
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Bengal Cat Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex cat?
$1000 to $1700 $1800 to $3000 $1200 to $1800
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		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)

Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex cat?
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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Lithe
Devon 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 Green Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. 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 Russian Blue, Bengal and Devon Rex coats?
Short Hair Sleek, Glossy Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Robust Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Small and Deep-set Oval Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Average Average Average

Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Independent 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level High High Low
Exercise Needs Low Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
10-16 years 12-16 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex cat?
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Yes
Russian Blue 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
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		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 Low Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and shy meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be shy Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Shy and loyal Alert and playful Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Shy and loyal tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness Moderate High Low
Territoriality Moderate High Low
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Low Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Russian Blue 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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon 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, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Active Active Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex?
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon Rex?
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon 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.

Russian Blue vs Bengal vs Devon 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
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue 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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Russian Blue or Bengal or Devon Rex?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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