Bengal vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Bengal	Siberian
Origins	United States	Russia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Crossbreed	Natural
Popularity Rank	12	22
Reviews	1	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bengal Cat	Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siberian cat?	$1800 to $3000	$1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership	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)

Bengal vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bengal or Siberian cat?	Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Weight Which is heavier, Bengal or Siberian cat?	Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds	Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite Force	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type	Substantial Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.	Substantial Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Large Pointed Tufted Wide-set
Eye Color	Gold Green	Gold Green
Hair Color and Pattern	Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.	All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat What is the difference between Bengal and Siberian coats?	Sleek, Glossy	Semi-long
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium
Musculature	Robust	Robust
Head Shape	Triangular	Round
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Oval	Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Concave	Concave
Neck Length	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Soft Curled	Soft Curled
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High
Bone Structure	Slender Fine	Sturdy
Tail Length	Long and Tapered	Plumed
Sleep Patterns	Average	Calm More Sleep

Bengal vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span	Long, highly active and curious	Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct	High	High
Protection Instincts	High	High
Climbing Ability	High	High
Jumping Ability	Excellent	Good
Swimming Ability	Good	Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability	Good	Good

Bengal vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size	1-3 Kittens	2-4 Kittens
Special Needs	Active Intelligent Requires stimulation	Affectionate High grooming
Breeding	Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size	Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences	High protein, wet food	High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance	High	Medium
Noise Sensitivity	Low	Low
Genetic Diversity	Moderate	High
Sensitivity To Changes	Very high sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	High	High
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	High	High
Exercise Needs	Low	Medium
Life Expectancy Do Bengal cats live longer than Siberian?	12-16 years	12-15 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Siberian cat?	The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.	The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Siberian?	Yes Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.	Yes Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Siberian?	High Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Retinal Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate	Hot	Cold
Cold Tolerance	Low	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Low	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Medium	Medium

Bengal vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Variety of sounds including chirps and meows	Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Good, but may be dominant	Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression	Alert and playful	Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior	Quick tail flicks when excited	Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts	High	High
Attention Needs	High	Moderate
Protectiveness	High	High
Territoriality	High	High
Independence	High	High
Response To Commands	High	High
Adaptability To Indoor Life	Moderate	High
Hunting Drive	High	High
Play Style	Active Curious Playful	Active Curious Playful
Escape Tendencies	High	High
Curiosity	High	High
Hunting Skills	High ⬆️	High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers	Friendly 😊	Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior	High	High
Aggression Level	Moderate	Moderate
Training Difficulty	Moderate	Moderate
Agility	High	High
Travel Compatibility	Medium	Medium
Activity	Low Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Low Independent	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Low	Medium
Playfulness	Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.	Active Adventurer. Siberian 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.	Average Trainability: Siberian 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 Siberian?	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, Bengal or Siberian?	Active	Curious
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siberian?	High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Siberian?	The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.	The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siberian?	Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siberian?	Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.	Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siberian?	Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.	Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Siberian?	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siberian?	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 Siberian Grooming Comparison

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

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Chris
Aug 19, 2022, 11:33:33 PM:
Very helpful! Helped me decide!