Bengal
Last checked 2026-07-03
The Bengal is a high energy and very intelligent leopard cat. It tolerates the heat of our country well because of its short fur. But it needs lots of play and climbing space. Suitable for people who have serious time to play with. Not suitable for people who are rarely at home or who want a calm cat.
| type | cat |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | United States |
| Size | big · short hair |
| Life expectancy | About 12-16 years |
| Habit | High energy · Very smart · Curious · Likes to climb · Demanding |
| Thailand weather | The fur is short, single layer, soft and shiny. Good heat dissipation Therefore suitable for the hot weather of Thailand. Can be raised in a condo All you need is shade and clean water. But high energy needs space to climb. |
| fur care | The fur is short and sheds very little. Brush once a week is enough. |
| exercise | Very high energy It needs daily play, climbing, and intellectual stimulation. Otherwise, they will get bored and tear down the house. |
| Common diseases in the breed | Retinal atrophy (PRA), which leads to blindness (PetMD, TICA) · Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PK deficiency), which causes hemolysis and anemia (PetMD) · Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) (PetMD, TICA) |
| suitable for | Lots of power · Makes a lot of noise |
Resources: vcahospitals.com · www.petmd.com · tica.org — Last checked 2026-07-03
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