Caution, Bengals are NOT for Everyone!
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A Bengal kitten is one of the most exotic breeds of cat that you will ever come across. The uniqueness of their breed lies within their merged bloodlines giving you an animal like no other.
A Bengal is a cross between a domestic cat and an Asian leopard cat. Living with Bengals is an adventure and not of the armchair variety! The Bengal is no couch potato! Possessing the ability to leap to high places, inherently compelled to climb. Bengals are a highly active breed. They can open doors, they are drawn to water are lovable and loyal. A challenge to own, a treasure to cherish. Bengals are as unique in personality as their coat is in patterns. |
Making the Decision to acquire a Bengal should not be taken lightly. Bengals are not just cats, They are much more.
Bengals are smarter than Domestic cats so They require MUCH more attention.
If they don't get it they will turn destructive.
If you have children that will play with your Bengal that is GREAT, if not a good suggestion would be to buy them in pairs so they have a play buddy or to have another cat or dog to play with. Bengals need friends to play with, human or otherwise.
When your kitten arrives you MUST have the time to spend with them to acclimate them to their new home. Not a few hours but days. They will need constant attention, love and positive re-enforcement to become accustomed to their new surroundings.
Lots of interactive toys, initially lots of litter boxes as kittens have small bladders and short attention spans and if the box isn't close accidents can happen. Just like a small child sometimes forgets the bathroom initially. But as with children this passes quickly with patience and positive reinforcement. We suggest a kitten attract litter to start your kittens off, We also suggest that you have Simple Solution Extreme urine cleaner on hand as it is the absolute best product around for cleaning up accident and getting rid of the smell of any accidents
Bengals are MUCH more active than Domestic cats, they will run, jump, climb to the highest point in every room and no amount of rule setting will ever change that. If you aren't prepared to allow that and Bengal proof your home by nailing down, gluing down or removing important items then DON"T get a Bengal.
Kitchen counter off limits, You're kidding right? Not to a Bengal. Just make peace with it and buy lots of clorox wipes.
Bengals are more like a dog than a cat and are very sensitive, Treat them like you would a young child, Nurture them and make them an integral part of your family and you will have a loyal companion for life. Treat them like a Domestic cat and expect them to entertain themselves and it will definitely NOT be good. They will be miserable and for sure you will be too.
Bengals are messy eaters as they like to take their food out of the bowl or plate to eat it. Plan for that and place a tray or pan under the food dish. Trying to change this behavior will frustrate you and your new kitten.
Have plenty of good quality scratching posts around. Bengals claws grow quickly. Keep a good nail trimming plan in place. We have a house full of Bengals and not one of them scratches the furniture. Give them better options.
Keep the litter box clean, Bengals are picky and will NOT use a dirty litter box.
Be aware that MANY plants are toxic to animals. Here is a link to Toxic House plants and other unsafe home items.
The list of positive items about Bengals would fill several pages but if you are not able to give the love and attention that a Bengal requires to become a part of your family. PLEASE do not buy one.
Our kittens are like our children and when we send them to you
we are counting on you to treat them right and make them a part of your family as they have been with us.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK BEFORE YOU BUY A BENGAL!!!
Go to Youtube, There are many videos about Bengals, the challenges and joys of having them as a part of your family.
Bengals are smarter than Domestic cats so They require MUCH more attention.
If they don't get it they will turn destructive.
If you have children that will play with your Bengal that is GREAT, if not a good suggestion would be to buy them in pairs so they have a play buddy or to have another cat or dog to play with. Bengals need friends to play with, human or otherwise.
When your kitten arrives you MUST have the time to spend with them to acclimate them to their new home. Not a few hours but days. They will need constant attention, love and positive re-enforcement to become accustomed to their new surroundings.
Lots of interactive toys, initially lots of litter boxes as kittens have small bladders and short attention spans and if the box isn't close accidents can happen. Just like a small child sometimes forgets the bathroom initially. But as with children this passes quickly with patience and positive reinforcement. We suggest a kitten attract litter to start your kittens off, We also suggest that you have Simple Solution Extreme urine cleaner on hand as it is the absolute best product around for cleaning up accident and getting rid of the smell of any accidents
Bengals are MUCH more active than Domestic cats, they will run, jump, climb to the highest point in every room and no amount of rule setting will ever change that. If you aren't prepared to allow that and Bengal proof your home by nailing down, gluing down or removing important items then DON"T get a Bengal.
Kitchen counter off limits, You're kidding right? Not to a Bengal. Just make peace with it and buy lots of clorox wipes.
Bengals are more like a dog than a cat and are very sensitive, Treat them like you would a young child, Nurture them and make them an integral part of your family and you will have a loyal companion for life. Treat them like a Domestic cat and expect them to entertain themselves and it will definitely NOT be good. They will be miserable and for sure you will be too.
Bengals are messy eaters as they like to take their food out of the bowl or plate to eat it. Plan for that and place a tray or pan under the food dish. Trying to change this behavior will frustrate you and your new kitten.
Have plenty of good quality scratching posts around. Bengals claws grow quickly. Keep a good nail trimming plan in place. We have a house full of Bengals and not one of them scratches the furniture. Give them better options.
Keep the litter box clean, Bengals are picky and will NOT use a dirty litter box.
Be aware that MANY plants are toxic to animals. Here is a link to Toxic House plants and other unsafe home items.
The list of positive items about Bengals would fill several pages but if you are not able to give the love and attention that a Bengal requires to become a part of your family. PLEASE do not buy one.
Our kittens are like our children and when we send them to you
we are counting on you to treat them right and make them a part of your family as they have been with us.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK BEFORE YOU BUY A BENGAL!!!
Go to Youtube, There are many videos about Bengals, the challenges and joys of having them as a part of your family.
