Photo of @zoeythetwistycat on Instagram We cats can be a little more difficult to read than dogs, especially for first-time cat owners. There are plenty of things we do that humans find confusing and hard to interpret. Kneading, for example, is something you’ve probably seen your Bengal do several times. It’s also known as “making …
Photo of @dutchbengalfamily on Instagram One thing most humans like about us Bengals is our unique and exotic appearance. However, despite our appearance, we are definitely not considered as “wild” cats and are completely domesticated felines. And although we were initially bred from the Asian Leopard cat, we are far from being wild animals. …
All cats meow – it’s their way of communicating. As a Bengal cat owner, you should know how to interpret what your feline friend is trying to say since they’ll always be counting on you to provide what they need. In a summary, here’s a few potential reasons why your Bengal cat meows so much: …
It’s no secret how social and affectionate we Bengals are with our humans. In some instances, though, certain factors may cause us to bite. That doesn’t necessarily mean we’re bad cats, it’s just that some actions or situations may trigger us to use our teeth. When we Bengals bite, it’s not because we want to …
Contrary to the belief that cats prefer to live on their own, Bengals are very social felines and actually enjoy having companions. Being alone will lead them to become destructive or depressed, so you seriously need to consider getting another furry family member, and what better option than dogs! Yes, Bengal cats and dogs get …
If your Bengal is peeing everywhere but inside their litter box, then they’re definitely trying to tell you something. Bengal cats – and all cats in general – are very particular about cleanliness, so if they do anything to compromise that, it’s very likely that something is wrong. Why is my Bengal cat peeing everywhere? …
Generally speaking, we Bengals are a very social cat breed and often enjoy being involved in various social interactions. We actually like being the center of attention and tend to greet everyone at the door. But, we do have our limits, especially when it comes to being held or picked up. Most of us Bengals …
Photo by @bellatrix_bengal on Instagram Ahh, faucets—the magical, water-producing thingamabobs. Cat owners are well aware of how much we cats enjoy running water from those things. If you own a cat, you’ve probably seen them run up to the faucet every time you turn it on, only to stick their tongue out to drink or …
Photo of @adventuresofblackjax on Instagram One of the most common issues cat owners face on the daily is keeping their little fur babies from scratching on their household furniture. However, believe it or not, we Bengal cats don’t do it on purpose. We’re just naturally inclined to jump, climb, chew and scratch—they’re purrrfectly normal cat …
Photo of @queen.bengal on Instagram Many humans prefer us cats as pets because of our prestigious ability to clean ourselves. It’s true—we actually spend about 15-50 percent of our waking hours cleaning ourselves. A behavior that may seem a little excessive from a human’s purrrspective, but one that’s completely normal to us cats. However, in …
Many humans, after getting a Bengal, complain about behavioral issues such as improper elimination, harsh play, scratching, biting, and destroying household furniture. These actions lead many owners scratching their heads and asking, “Do Bengal cats have behavioral issues?” The short answer is yes, Bengal cats do have some behavioral issues, as do most pets. However, …
Owners have the option to buy a kitten, rescue a stray, or adopt one. Given that you are reading this, you are either considering on getting one or just generally curious, but before you invest on it, the first step is to read and research to know if a retired breeder cat is the right …
