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Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair" Compare Bengal and Tonkinese. Which is better: Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
 
 
 
Name Bengal Tonkinese British Shorthair
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Canada flagCanada United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank12183
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bengal Cat Tonk Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair cat?
$1800 to $3000 $600 to $1000 $1,500 to $3,000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate 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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
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 Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Tonkinese have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. Mink pattern, which is a combination of Siamese colorpoint and Burmese solid colours; base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail; point colours include natural (sable), champagne, blue, and platinum. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Bengal, Tonkinese and British Shorthair coats?
Sleek, Glossy Medium-short Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Slender Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Button
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Low maintenance
Independent
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Easy to breed, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
12-16 years 14-16 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair cat?
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Tonkinese cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair?
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Tonkineses 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) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Social and playful meows Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but may be dominant Good, very social and friendly Good, calm and tolerant
Facial Expression Alert and playful Social and playful Calm and easygoing
Tail Behavior Quick tail flicks when excited Social and playful tail movements Gentle swaying when calm
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High High Low
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Curious
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium High Medium
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Tonkinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
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: Tonkinese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair 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 Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
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 Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Active Curious Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tonkinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
British Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair?
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Tonkinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Tonkinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair?
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Tonkinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bengal vs Tonkinese vs British Shorthair Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Tonkinese coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bengal or Tonkinese or British Shorthair?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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