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Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal" Compare Savannah and Bombay. Which is better: Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Savannah Bombay Bengal
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank467112
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Savannah Small Black Panther Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal cat?
$6,000to $20,000 $600 to $1000 $1800 to $3000
Breed Recognition No data available No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Savannah or Bombay 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, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Male: 12 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 20 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Savannah have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-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
Green 		Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include brown, silver, black, and black smoke. Black Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Savannah, Bombay and Bengal coats?
Short Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Robust Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Convex Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility High High High
Bone Structure Fine Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Average

Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Dental CareModerate Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Savannah cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Low
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Savannah are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Savannah cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Average Trainability: Bombay 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, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Affectionate Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Savannah cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bombay 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: Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal?
High: Savannah cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bombay 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, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
The Savannah cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Savannah owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bombay 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, Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Savannah is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal Health Comparison

Exercise Needs Medium Low Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
17-20 years 12-16 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal cat?
The Savannah cat has a very high energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Savannah or Bombay or Bengal?
No
Savannah cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Bombay 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, Savannah vs Bombay vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Hot Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Low
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium Medium

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