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FIG. 008
PLATE NO. 008Felis catus
Specimen
Bengal
With a wild leopard-like coat and boundless energy, the Bengal is a small athlete that needs a job. It climbs, leaps, plays fetch, opens cabinets, and often loves water. Brilliant and demanding, it thrives with active owners who provide puzzles, vertical space, and daily play. Not a lap cat — bored Bengals get loud and destructive. Best for experienced, hands-on homes.
+ Strengths
03- 01Stunning wild-looking spotted coat
- 02Extremely intelligent and trainable
- 03Active, playful, often enjoys water
− Things to consider
03- 01Needs intense daily exercise and stimulation
- 02Can be destructive and loud when bored
- 03Expensive to buy; not for first-timers
Trait profile
15 dimensions · 0–10 scale- 01Size
- 07/10
- 02Energy level
- 10/10
- 03Affection
- 05/10
- 04Vocalness
- 06/10
- 05Shedding
- 03/10
- 06Grooming needs
- 02/10
- 07Friendliness
- 06/10
- 08Good with kids
- 06/10
- 09Good with other pets
- 05/10
- 10Independence
- 05/10
- 11Intelligence
- 09/10
- 12Health robustness
- 07/10
- 13Allergy-friendly
- 03/10
- 14Longevity
- 06/10
- 15Affordability
- 02/10