The Bengal cat is a hybrid cat, a cross between a domestic cat and the Asian Leopard (Prionailurus Bengalensis), which is a small wild cat found in central Asia.
Credit has been given to Jean Mill. In 1963, Jean Mill crossed a black shorthaired domestic cat with a female Asian Leopard Cat to create this beautiful cat that we know as the Bengal.
The beauty of Bengals lies in more than just their unique and exotic appearance. Our purebred Bengal cats are a perfect blend of friendliness, energy, playfulness, health, intelligence, and even-temperament. They are very approachable and loving.
Our cats look like the type of majestic creatures you would see roaming the wild thanks to their beautiful, and lovely fur patterns, which prominently display rosettes, and similar markings. For more information, give us a call.
What You Get with a New Bengal
When you choose one of our Bengal kittens, you are getting more than just a pet. Your new pet will be:
A Friendly Companion
A Fun, New Family Member
A Hypo-Allergenic Pet
An Exotic Cat with a Leopard-Like Appearance
Where did the Bengals come from?
The breed itself is new - it appeared in the 70s and continues to evolve to this day.
In recent years, the popularity of the breed has increased dramatically, and now the Bengals are among the best breeds registered with the International Cat Association (TICA).
Bengals are striking animals - their skin is spotty, like that of small leopards, and they have very beautiful, emerald, or gold-colored eyes.
Although the Bengal cat looks like a wild animal, it is completely domesticated.
Behaviors of the Bengal Cat
Now you know many ways your cat can communicate with you, but there are some additional tips that Bengal fans should know.
These cats are very clever, and there are certain aspects of the behavior of the Bengal cat that prove just that.
One unique breed quirk is that they love water. Your Bengal may insist on drinking from taps or accompanying you in the shower.
With their high IQ, you will need to keep them constantly busy. Buy a variety of toys for your Bengal, with which he will play.
These clever cats can learn to open doors and are likely to find a way to get in trouble if they are not given enough attention.
Although cats are renowned for losing sleep, this breed will keep you on your toes.
They are also excellent hunters. Beware - if you have an aquarium or a small animal (parrot or mouse), you will need to follow.
Bengals will delight you with attention and celebrate you as "theirs".
The only problem is that if you leave the house, your Bengal cat will be bored and lonely.
A bored Bengal seeks to get into trouble. Think about becoming a companion for your kitten. Bengals love to travel with their owner - in the car, on foot, by bike - it does not matter. Bengal will be happy to accompany you wherever you go!
Body Language
This is the easiest language to read your cat’s behavior since you don’t even need to be around. A cat is, first of all, an animal. Therefore, instincts will always be at the heart of behavior. They have special cat reflexes through which you will learn how they feel, almost instantly. Perhaps the most familiar is the position of "Halloween." When a cat is scared, she tries to make herself as large as possible. She will bend her back and stand as high as possible on tiptoe, just like all those black cats on Halloween decorations. Sometimes, on the contrary, if your cat is scared, she may try to make herself smaller. A scared cat puts its paws close, but completely touching the floor, ready to run. When the cat is completely relaxed, she lies on her back, exposing a vulnerable belly. Remember this sign of the behavior of Bengal cats - if the cat opens its belly before you - it trusts you.
Eyes
Cats often communicate using their eyes. They even kiss them. It's true! When the cat slowly blinks, looking at you, it is a kiss. That's how she shows that she trusts. If their eyes are half-open, they know they can relax around you. Eyes wide open may mean your Bengal is frightened, but most often, their eyes widen when they are agitated while playing.
Ears
Your cat's ears can talk too. For example, if they are raised, your cat is attentive and alert. If they flatten and lean back, your cat is afraid or angry. Bengals can rotate ears like dogs. This means that the cat is very interested and is trying to catch every sound.
Tail talk
Cats talk like dogs with their tails, but there are a few key differences. The main difference between a dog and a Bengal cat is due to a hovering tail. Dogs wag their tails when they are happy, and cats wag their tails when they get angry or nervous. If the cat slowly wags its tail from side to side, it may mean that it is thinking about something. You can notice this when you show her a new toy. Downing the tail shows that the cat is cautious, and the tail, raised up, says that the cat is excited and happy. You may have noticed how your friend runs to meet you with a high-raised tail.
Murcs and Meows
Of all the ways cats can communicate, meowing is the most difficult way to communicate. Cats, as studies have shown, use meows to really talk to their owners. This behavior of the Bengal cats shows that they are pretty smart. And you will surely hear the meow from your Bengal; along with the Siamese cats, this is one of the loudest and most talkative breeds.
What else can your cat try to say:
Purring. The obvious sign that your cat is happy is Tweeting. Sometimes a cat will make short tweeting sounds, usually when watching birds through a window.
Chirping. Has your Bengal ever made short chirping sounds? Mom cats chirp to call their kittens.
Howl. Usually, cats scream when they hurt, but sometimes they howl, just to make sure they are listened to. If Bengal is stuck in the closet or is simply unhappy that you are not paying attention to him, he will scream to make sure that you notice it.
As you can see, the behavior of the Bengal cats is complex and interesting. Who knew cats talk so much?
Bengal at Home
Now you are ready to take home a truly wonderful pet - the Bengal cat (or cat).
With this guide to the behavior of Bengal cats, you have the tools to understand the needs of this unique and playful kitten.
Since the Bengals are very smart, you can train him if you spend a little time and effort (and goodies).
The behavior of the Bengal cat should no longer be a mystery - your cat tries to talk to you every day.
Now you know what they say and how to respond. Your relationship will be stronger by leaps and bounds!
Contact
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