For those who love cats, we each have our favorite. It may be a Persian, orange tabby or that special black cat. Other people may lean towards an exotic such as Devon Rex, Sphynx, or Bengal. Each cat has his or her own personality and characteristics. For this article let us take a look at the Bengal. Having had two Bengalis and fostering another two, I can give you an insight about my experiences.
Bengalis are by nature very inquisitive animals and want to know everything about their environment, often will investigating on a minute by minute basis. What has changed or been moved? Bringing something new into your home? Expect that Bengal to be there to see and smell each item. They will also watch where each item goes. Getting something out of a drawer? A Bengal will come to see what is inside and now what do you have in your hand? This does not mean they are destructive, to the contrary, just curiosity.
A Bengal also requires a high degree of challenging activities. Due to their breeding they are very smart animals. This can be achieved with placing their wet food in different locations, challenging them to find their "prey". Simple toys such as ping pong balls, cork tops, (from wine bottles), to twisted wire and certainly cat furniture where they can perch and watch all of the "action". However, they also need another element to be happy and that is their human companion. A Bengal which has "bonded" will expect to be entertained by that person. It is common for a Bengal to "fetch", "hunt" or even play "hide and seek".
I speak of "human companion" and it is common for a Bengal to "bond" with a single person. Therefore if you have a family, do not be surprised if the animal "bonds" with only one person. That does not mean a Bengal will avoid the others. Rather, a "bonded" Bengal will follow their partner everywhere and prefer to be around mainly that person!
A Bengal is not a lap cat. They are intelligent, independent and constantly curious. So, if you are looking for a cat you can carry or will lay next to you when you watch television then you should consider a different breed.
As much as one may fall in love with a Bengal's appearance and the feel of their coat, they are not for everyone. I recommend that you do your research about the breed, talk to Bengal owners and after all of that is done, visit a Bengal at a rescue shelter.
Bengalis are by nature very inquisitive animals and want to know everything about their environment, often will investigating on a minute by minute basis. What has changed or been moved? Bringing something new into your home? Expect that Bengal to be there to see and smell each item. They will also watch where each item goes. Getting something out of a drawer? A Bengal will come to see what is inside and now what do you have in your hand? This does not mean they are destructive, to the contrary, just curiosity.
A Bengal also requires a high degree of challenging activities. Due to their breeding they are very smart animals. This can be achieved with placing their wet food in different locations, challenging them to find their "prey". Simple toys such as ping pong balls, cork tops, (from wine bottles), to twisted wire and certainly cat furniture where they can perch and watch all of the "action". However, they also need another element to be happy and that is their human companion. A Bengal which has "bonded" will expect to be entertained by that person. It is common for a Bengal to "fetch", "hunt" or even play "hide and seek".
I speak of "human companion" and it is common for a Bengal to "bond" with a single person. Therefore if you have a family, do not be surprised if the animal "bonds" with only one person. That does not mean a Bengal will avoid the others. Rather, a "bonded" Bengal will follow their partner everywhere and prefer to be around mainly that person!
A Bengal is not a lap cat. They are intelligent, independent and constantly curious. So, if you are looking for a cat you can carry or will lay next to you when you watch television then you should consider a different breed.
As much as one may fall in love with a Bengal's appearance and the feel of their coat, they are not for everyone. I recommend that you do your research about the breed, talk to Bengal owners and after all of that is done, visit a Bengal at a rescue shelter.
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