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Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese" Compare Bengal and Siamese. Which is better: Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siamese Burmese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank121521
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Siam, Thai Cat Burmese Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1200 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Low
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available

Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese 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 Siamese or Burmese?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available 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)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. No data available Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siamese and Burmese coats?
Sleek, Glossy Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Solid
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
12-16 years 12-15 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Hot Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium High
Heat Tolerance Low High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Very loud and talkative Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Alert and playful Vocal and social People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Vocal and social tail movements Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low High
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese 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: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
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 Siamese or Burmese?
Active Active Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
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 Siamese or Burmese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siamese or Burmese?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Bengal vs Siamese vs Burmese Grooming Comparison

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

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