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Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex" Compare Bengal and Abyssinian. Which is better: Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Abyssinian Devon Rex
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Ethiopia flagEthiopia United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank12107
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Abys Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex cat?
$1800 to $3000 $900 to $1500 $1200 to $1800
Cost Of Ownership High High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Abyssinian and Devon Rex coats?
Sleek, Glossy Shorthair Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Robust Lean Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level High Low Low
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
12-16 years 14-15 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low High Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet meows and chirps Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and playful Alert and curious Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Flicks tail when excited Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
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 Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Medium
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Active Active Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
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.

Bengal vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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