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Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold" Compare Norwegian Forest and Bengal. Which is better: Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Norwegian Forest Bengal Scottish Fold
OriginsNorway flagNorway United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank14128
Reviews012
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie Bengal Cat Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold cat?
$900 to $1500 $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association 		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)

Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold 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, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 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
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns. 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 Norwegian Forest, Bengal and Scottish Fold coats?
Long Hair Sleek, Glossy Short Hair
Leg Lenght Large Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Button
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, independent and active Long, highly active and curious Short to moderate, gentle and calm
Guarding Instinct High High Low
Protection Instincts High High Low
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Good Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Poor

Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low High
Genetic Diversity High Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High High
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
12-16 years 12-16 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
No
Norwegian Forest cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold?
High
Norwegian Forests tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Cold Hot Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, adaptable and friendly Good, but may be dominant Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Independent and alert Alert and playful Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Independent and alert tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Norwegian Forest cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold 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, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
Sweet Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Norwegian Forest cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold?
High: Norwegian Forest cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold?
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
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, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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, Norwegian Forest or Bengal or Scottish Fold?
Moderate 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.

Norwegian Forest vs Bengal vs Scottish Fold Grooming Comparison

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

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