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Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese" Compare Siberian and Bengal. Which is better: Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Bengal Balinese
OriginsRussia flagRussia United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank221263
Reviews110
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Bengal Cat Long-haired Siamese
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1800 to $3000 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available

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

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese cat?
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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Blue
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. Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Siberian, Bengal and Balinese coats?
Semi-long Sleek, Glossy Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Robust Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Average

Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level High High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
12-15 years 12-16 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
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.
Yes
Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Cold Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low High
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, but may be dominant Good, enjoys the company of other pets
Facial Expression Loyal and affectionate Alert and playful Intelligent and energetic
Tail Behavior Loyal and affectionate tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Energetic tail flicks
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
Average Trainability: Balinese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
Curious Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
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.
Balinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese?
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.
High: Balinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
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.
Very dog-friendly: Balinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese?
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
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, Siberian or Bengal or Balinese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Siberian vs Bengal vs Balinese Grooming Comparison

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