The Breed

The Bengal cat is unique, it is the first documented cross between a non domestic cat,
the Asian leopard cat and the domestic cat. The first three-generations of this cross are
foundation cats to the Bengal cat; technically foundation cats are not Bengal cats
themselves.

The conformation of the Bengal cat is to resemble the non domestic ancestor. The
Bengal cat weighs between 6 - 14 pounds, has a longer body than high, hind quarters
higher than the shoulders, a modified wedge shaped head with "cotton ball" whisker
pads, high contrast between pattern and background coloring, and a confident,
interactive personality.

Short hair breeds tend to be more active than longhair, so owners should utilize vertical
space as well as floor space for movement and entertainment. As a short hair breed,
Bengal cat owners enjoy their low maintenance coats and often find the hair to be less
shedding, less allergy causing and glittering to the eye.