Bengal cats are very intelligent, loyal, friendly and always amusing to watch play. Bengals have dog like personality and can easily be trained. They love to play fetch and perform tricks you won’t believe. They are great family pets, because they get along with other animals and children as well. They have a unique combination of strength and elegance. Enhancing the Bengal's wild appearance is a short, thick coat that feels luxuriously soft and silky. Bengal cats have very energetic, engaging, loving character and outgoing personality. They learn extremely fast the house rules and enjoy being part of the family. Bengals are unique and amazing cats. You will fall in LOVE!
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The history of this beautiful creature traces back to experiments between domestic cats and the ALC (Asian leopard cat- felis bengalensis which is where the name Bengal originates from).
Back in the 1960's a lady called Jean Mill owned a female ALC which produced a kitten from a black male cat, this kitten then went on to produce a second generation hybrid. In the 1980's Jean continued her work with other kittens obtained, eventually resulting in the very early bengal. When Tica (The International Cat Association) welcomed and recognised the Bengal as a registered breed, they started to appear at cat shows all over the world wowing the visitors with their stunning beauty.
SIZE
This is a large cat. Bengals weigh 8 to 15 pounds or more.
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The Bengal is highly active and highly intelligent. This makes him fun to live with, but he can sometimes be challenging. On the whole, the Bengal is a confident, talkative, friendly cat who is always alert. Nothing escapes his notice. He likes to play games, including fetch, and he’s a whiz at learning tricks. His nimble paws are almost as good as hands, and it’s a good thing he doesn’t have opposable thumbs or he would probably rule the world. Bored bengal cats can also adopt some unconventional (and slightly destructive) habits, including: turning light switches on and off, fishing seals out of drains and excitedly plucking CDs from your DVD player.Fond of playing in water, the Bengal is not above jumping into the tub or strolling into the shower with you. Aquarium and pond fish may be at risk from his clever paws. He also loves to climb and can often be found perching at the highest point he can reach in the home. A tall cat tree or two is a must for this feline, as are puzzle toys that will challenge his intelligence. On the rare occasions that he isn’t swinging on chandeliers or swimming in your pool, the affectionate Bengal will be pleased to sit on your lap. It goes without saying that he will share your bed. And yes, he steals the covers.
The short, thick coat of the Bengal is easily cared for with weekly combing to remove dead hair and distribute skin oils. A bath is rarely necessary. Brush the teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Trim the nails every couple of weeks. Wipe the corners of the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of the cloth for each eye so you don’t run the risk of spreading any infection. Check the ears weekly. If they look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball or soft damp cloth moistened with a 50-50 mixture of cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs, which can damage the interior of the ear. Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Cats are very particular about bathroom hygiene, and a dirty box may cause them to start using other places in the house instead. It’s a good idea to keep a Bengal as an indoor-only cat to protect him from diseases spread by other cats, attacks by dogs, and the other dangers that face cats who go outdoors, such as being hit by a car. Keeping him indoors also protects local birds and wildlife from this avid hunter. If possible, build your Bengal a large outdoor enclosure where he can jump and climb safely. Bengals who go outdoors also run the risk of being stolen by someone who would like to have such a beautiful cat without paying for it.
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