| The Bengal cat is a beautiful cat that is a cross | | | | such a great pet for animal lovers. Many typical cats |
| between a domestic cat and the Asian leopard cat. It | | | | are very aloof and tend to ignore their owners unless |
| has beautiful markings that are similar to those of the | | | | there is food to be had. The Bengal cat is more |
| wild Asian leopard, with stripes and other marks | | | | personable and is able to become a part of the |
| adding to their appearance. In terms of size, the | | | | family. In addition, the Bengal cat is very athletic and |
| Bengal cat is similar in size to a domestic cat and | | | | will often run around the house and play with other |
| they range from 7 to 10 pounds for females and 9 | | | | pets. The athleticism of the Bengal cat can lead to |
| and 12 pounds for males. Males may grow to reach | | | | some good humor for family members and guests |
| close to 20 pounds. | | | | alike. |
| The markings on the Bengal cat vary based on body | | | | Caring for the Bengal cat is similar to caring for |
| part. The face has horizontal stripes that almost | | | | another domestic cat. You need to be sure that you |
| make it look like the cat is wearing mascara. The | | | | provide the right amounts of food and water as well |
| sides of the body have spots similar to those of a | | | | as a clean litter box. Unlike other cats, however, you |
| leopard or jaguar. The back of the body has | | | | also need to provide regular opportunities for |
| symmetrical stripes. They have two distinct coat | | | | exercise and activity. Without the opportunity to be |
| patterns, either marble or spotted. In terms of | | | | active, the Bengal cat can become bored and get |
| competition, there are several colors and patterns | | | | into mischief in an attempt to look for something to |
| that are recognized. | | | | do. |
| The personality of the Bengal cat is what makes it | | | | |