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Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Sokoke Bengal Toyger
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Denmark flagDenmark United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank271244
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sokoke Forest Cat, African Shorthair Cat, Khadzonzo, Kadzonzo Bengal Cat Toyger Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger cat?
$1,000 to $2,000 $1800 to $3000 $2000 to $3500
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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)

Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Male: 6 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Sokoke 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.
 Substantial
Toyger are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Slightly forward-tilted 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Tabby pattern with a "blotched" appearance; colours include shades of brown with dark brown or black markings. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Bold, dark, and uniform broken vertical stripes on a bright orange background, mimicking the coat pattern of a tiger.
Coat
What is the difference between Sokoke, Bengal and Toyger coats?
Short, Thin Sleek, Glossy Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Robust Robust
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Moderate Sleep

Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Special Abilities Comparison

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

Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Independent 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
15-20 years 12-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger cat?
The Sokoke cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Toyger cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
No
Sokoke 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.
No
Toyger cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Toygers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Periodontal Disease
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Heart Murmurs
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and curious sounds Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Playful and friendly meows
Interaction With Other Pets Moderate, can be independent Good, but may be dominant Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Independent and curious Alert and playful Playful and friendly
Tail Behavior Independent and curious tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Playful and friendly tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
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 High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Sokoke are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Toyger are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Sokoke cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Difficult to Train: Toyger cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
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, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Playful, Social Active Playful
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Sokoke 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.
Toyger cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger?
High: Sokoke 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: Toyger cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
The Sokoke cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Toyger cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Dog-friendly: Sokoke cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Toyger owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger?
Outstanding: Sokoke is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Toyger is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Sokoke vs Bengal vs Toyger Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sokoke coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Toyger coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Sokoke or Bengal or Toyger?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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