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Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian" Compare Bengal and Siberian. Which is better: Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Siberian Abyssinian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank122210
Reviews110
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian cat?
$1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2500 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 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.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		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. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Siberian and Abyssinian coats?
Sleek, Glossy Semi-long Shorthair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Short
Musculature Robust Robust Lean
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

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

Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and affectionate meows Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Excellent, very social and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression Alert and playful Loyal and affectionate Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Loyal and affectionate tail movements Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness High High Moderate
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
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
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium High
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
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.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
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 Siberian or Abyssinian?
Active Curious Active
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.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian?
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.
High: Abyssinian 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 or Abyssinian?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
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.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Siberian vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
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 Siberian vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
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.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Siberian or Abyssinian?
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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