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Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal" Compare Siberian and Russian Blue. Which is better: Siberian or Russian Blue or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Russian Blue Bengal
OriginsRussia flagRussia Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank221112
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $1700 $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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Russian Blue 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, Siberian or Russian Blue or Bengal?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 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.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Siberian, Russian Blue and Bengal coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Lean Robust
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Small and Deep-set Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Average

Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High High High
Exercise Needs Medium Low Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Russian Blue or Bengal?
12-15 years 10-16 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Russian Blue or Bengal?
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siberian vs Russian Blue 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 Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Cold Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

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

Siberian vs Russian Blue vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

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