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# The Bengal: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United States
An athletic, very intelligent and affectionate cat with the look of a small wild feline.
Size LargeLife expectancy 10–15 yearsBudget ≈ €65/monthKitten €1,000 – €3,000
[Find a breeder 165](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=bengal)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Vocalization Talkative
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very intelligent: He learns quickly and enjoys activities that stimulate his thinking.
- Affectionate: He often forms a strong bond with his family and likes to take part in household life.
- Athletic: His strength and agility make him a very active and expressive cat.
- Needs stimulation: He does not tolerate boredom well and requires an enriched environment on a daily basis.
- High energy: His dynamic temperament is not suitable for households looking for a very calm cat.
- Often high price: Serious and well-monitored lines are frequently in a significant purchase price range.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active households: The Bengal is well suited to people ready to play and interact with it every day.
- Families with plenty of time: It appreciates a regular presence and a lively living environment, with varied stimulation.
- Fans of athletic cats: Its athletic and curious profile appeals to households looking for a very dynamic companion.
Not recommended for
- Homes often absent: A lack of interaction and stimulation can promote boredom and troublesome behaviors.
- People looking for a placid cat: Its liveliness and need for activity do not match a very calm temperament.
- Small undeveloped spaces: A home without vertical enrichment or suitable toys greatly limits its well-being.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
35 cmBengal
- Height at the withers
- 30–40 cm
- Weight
- 4–7 kg
- Coat
- Short, smooth
- Origin
- United States
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Bengal in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Bengal comes from crossbreeding initiated in the United States in the 1960s between the Asian leopard cat and domestic cats, then developed by the breeder and geneticist Jean Mill. The breed was registered by TICA in 1983 and gradually spread to Europe. In France, its first lines were established at the end of the 1980s, while fifth-generation and later cats are kept for breeding and official shows.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Bengal is a medium to large-sized cat, with a long, muscular and elegant silhouette. Its bone structure is solid, its neck well developed and its medium-length legs reinforce its powerful and agile appearance. The head, rather triangular, has rounded ears and large, expressive eyes. Its short, dense and silky coat highlights very contrasted spotted, rosetted or marbled coats.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Bengal is a lively, curious and demonstrative cat, very attached to its family. It combines great intelligence with a playful temperament and a strong desire to interact. Affectionate without being passive, it likes to take part in household life and copes poorly with boredom when it lacks stimulation.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Very active, the Bengal likes to climb, run, watch and explore its environment. It retains a strong hunting instinct and particularly enjoys interactive games, elevated courses and activities that engage its thinking. It can live in an apartment if the space is well enriched, but it thrives more in a setting that allows it to expend energy daily.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Bengal learns quickly when consistent routines, encouragement and motivating activities are used. It responds well to frequent interactions, educational games and the gradual learning of household rules. Early socialization and an enriching environment are important to channel its energy and avoid behaviors linked to frustration.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Bengal
The price of a Bengal varies greatly depending on the quality of the lineage, compliance with the standard, the tests carried out on the breeding cats, and the reputation of the cattery. An abnormally low offer should always prompt caution.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Bengal is generally considered a rather robust cat, but like any selected breed, it may present certain predispositions that justify regular veterinary monitoring. A quality diet, a good level of activity and serious selection of breeding cats contribute greatly to its overall good health.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Bengal needs a diet rich in good-quality animal proteins to support its muscle mass and activity level. The ration must be adapted to its age, weight, lifestyle and daily energy expenditure level.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Bengal owes its name to the Asian leopard cat Prionailurus bengalensis, from which it partially descends. Its appearance evokes a small wild feline, but the lines recognized in breeding are selected for their balance and sociability. This breed is also known for its unusual interest in water in many individuals.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Bengal
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Bengal suitable for apartment living?
Yes, provided you offer it an environment rich in stimulation, with games, elevated areas, scratching posts and real daily interactions.
### Is the Bengal affectionate?
Yes, it is generally a cat very close to its family, demonstrative and playful, while remaining dynamic and curious.
### Does the Bengal shed a lot?
No, its shedding is rather moderate and its short coat is easy to maintain with weekly brushing.
## Find a Bengal breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Bengal breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Bengal breeders in Hauts-de-France22](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/hauts-de-france) [Bengal breeders in Île-de-France20](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/ile-de-france) [Bengal breeders in Occitanie19](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/occitanie) [Bengal breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes19](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/auvergne-rhone-alpes) [Bengal breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine17](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Bengal breeders in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur15](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/provence-alpes-cote-dazur) [Bengal breeders in Grand Est14](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/grand-est) [Bengal breeders in Pays de la Loire9](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/pays-de-la-loire)
### Bengal breeders by country
[194 breeders of Bengal in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/germany) [165 breeders of Bengal in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal) [47 breeders of Bengal in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/austria) [42 breeders of Bengal in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/italy) [25 breeders of Bengal in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/united-kingdom) [12 breeders of Bengal in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/spain) [9 breeders of Bengal in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/switzerland) [7 breeders of Bengal in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/croatia) [4 breeders of Bengal in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/denmark) [2 breeders of Bengal in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal/belgium)
[All breeders of Bengal in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal)
## Ready to welcome a Bengal?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal)
## Compare Bengal with other breeds
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