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Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal" Compare Siamese and Siberian. Which is better: Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Siberian Bengal
OriginsThailand flagThailand Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank152212
Reviews011
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal cat?
$600 to $1200 $1200 to $2500 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite Force No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape No data available Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern No data available 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 Siamese, Siberian and Bengal coats?
Short Hair Semi-long Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High High
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High High
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
12-15 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Siberian 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 Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Hot Cold Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and friendly Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Vocal and social Loyal and affectionate Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate High High
Territoriality High High High
Independence Moderate High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive Moderate High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Active Curious Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian 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: Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian 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, Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Siamese vs Siberian vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian 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, Siamese or Siberian or Bengal?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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