WHAT
IS A BENGAL?
The Bengal cat is a unique breed of cat bred down to resemble
the Asian Leopard Cat. It is a hybrid cross between a domestic
short hair cat and the Asian Leopard Cat, thus is the domestic
reproduction of the Leopard. After being bred several generations,
it is truly considered a domestic cat with a striking exotic
look. Bengal cats are very active, playful and highly intelligent.They
make great pets and are devoted to people. They are very
loving, craving and displaying affection to their owners
and family members. They love to play fetch, can be taught
to do tricks and love water. They will jump right into your
tub filled with water, and while kitties, be careful and
remember to keep your toilet bowl seat cover down! LOL They
love to jump into and explore empty boxes and grocery bags.
They can always be into your business at times, and may
follow you wherever you go. They love to sit on your lap
and cuddle with you at night when you sleep. They use litter
boxes and make excellent pets. Females range from 6 to 12
lbs. while males can mature anywhere from 10 up to 20 lbs.
They are Amazing little leopards!
TYPES OF BENGALS
Brown Spotted/Rosetted Bengals exhibit brown to black spots
or rosettes on a tan, gold, orange, gray, brown or reddish
brown background. Eye colors range from green to gold, copper,
brown and hazel.
Brown Marbled Bengals exhibit horizontally flowing pattern
with sharp striking contrast displaying a swirled or sharp
edged or lightning bolt-like appearance. Coat colors range
from blackish and orange to brownish and orange and cream.
Tri-colored marbles are more desirable. Each marbled Bengal
has a unique and interesting pattern of its own. Eye color
ranges from green to gold, copper, brown and hazel.
Black Melanistic Bengals resemble a small panther. Marbled
or spotted/ rosetted patterns are more vivid on a kittens
coat as opposed to an adult. Eye color is normally green.
Snow Bengals (Lynx, Mink & Sepia) exhibit dark spotted/rosetted
or marbled pattern on an ivory, cream colored, or light
tan background. Eye colors are cornflower blue, aqua, green
and gold.
Silver Bengals come spotted/rosetted or marbled,. Ground
color is a silver/white with black or silvery gray pattern
with high contrast. Silvers with the least amount of tarnishing
to the coat are more desirable. The base of the hair should
be white in color. Eye color is green and sometimes gold.
What
is a Savannah?
A Savannah is the name for a new breed
of cat that's been created by breeding
a Serval to a domestic cat. They look
like Servals in body composition and coat
pattern, but have the personality of a
domestic cat. They are the newest breed
of cat available as well as the largest
hybrid. They average around 25 lbs. as
an adult. Males are generally bigger in
size. They are highly intelligent and
get along great with children. They create
strong bonds with their owners and use
litter boxes. They have dog-like personalities,
train very easily and come when you call
them by their name. They require no special
care and are truely amazing felines!
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