Bengal Cat Behavior

One of the most common questions we get through our contact page is “are Bengal cats affectionate?” In this article we are going to look at whether or not Bengal cats are affectionate pets. There are some misconceptions about the temperament of Bengal cats that leads some prospective owners to believe their pet won’t be … Read more

Are you wondering why Bengal cats can’t go outside? Maybe you’ve heard through the grapevine that Bengal cats are “inside only” animals. In this short article we are going to dispel a few myths about whether or not Bengal cats can actually go outside (and if it is a good idea for them to do … Read more

So you’re thinking of introducing a Bengal cat into your home? At Authentic Bengal Cats, we are naturally big fans of Bengals. But there are some considerations you need to make when it comes to Bengal ownership! Bengals have a reputation that is fairly well-deserved for being energetic, fierce and sometimes destructive cats … especially … Read more

One of the most common questions we get on this site from owners of younger Bengals is “will my Bengal cat calm down?” Rightly (or wrongly) Bengals have a reputation for having an energetic, active and sometimes rather fierce temperament. You can read more about the temperament of Bengal cats here – we have a … Read more

One of the most common “negative” behaviours that Bengal cat owners report to us is excessive scratching. Furniture, carpet, curtains and clothes – you name it, it seems that many Bengals love to scratch it. Scratching/clawing on the wrong surfaces can be a highly frustrating experience as an owner, as you can wind up with … Read more

It’s common knowledge that most cats don’t like water. There’s nothing common about Bengal Cats though, so you have to wonder if they might enjoy making a little splash in water. These awesome cats are bred from domesticated cats that have been bred to Asian Leopard Cats, a wild cat that is known to spend … Read more

In a recent article, we looked at how fast Bengal cats can run. Continuing on the theme of Bengal cat athleticism, let’s look at how high Bengal cats can jump. Is your Bengal primed to be the next NBA all-star? Let’s find out! How High Can Cats Jump On Average? The average cat can jump … Read more

If you already own a Bengal cat, then you most probably have noticed that your precious pet spends a lot of time sleeping. This isn’t uncommon – most animals (cats included) sleep an awful lot compared to the average human. They are lucky enough not to have to worry about things like work – or … Read more

Bengal Cats are highly intelligent members of the cat species. These cats tend to like water, much like their wild family members, the Asian Leopard Cat. With their interest in the world around them, they are typically great candidates for teaching to walk on a leash and explore the outdoors with you. It’s important to … Read more

Bengal cats are famous worldwide for their unique and interesting personalities. However, we have had a few reader emails and comments in recent months saying “my Bengal cat acts like a dog – is this normal?” (Or words to that effect). Now we’re fairly positive that this doesn’t mean the reader’s Bengal cat is barking, … Read more