Wondering if my cat is a Bengal cross

S
Simone95880 Icon representing the flag French
Report

Hi everyone, I have a 4-month-old domestic shorthair crossbreed. The vet mentioned that, given the texture of his coat and his perfectly symmetrical marbled markings, he could well be a Bengal cross—which wouldn't be out of the question since the dad is unknown 😂 It doesn't really change anything for me as I love him to bits regardless, I'm just curious because some of his personality traits are quite surprising. He's incredibly agile but also a brilliant companion for the kids, really playful and cuddly. He's a skilled hunter and climber who actually enjoys the water!

Translated from French
icon info

The forum content is sometimes translated from another language, and posts may concern countries with different animal laws. Do your research before making any decisions.

Since the forum is translated by AI, the translations may contain errors.

Write your message and upload a photo if you want to! Please remain courteous in your exchanges.

Your post will be visible to all members of the international Wamiz forum.

19 answers
Sort by:
  • Show previous comments
    • Yiko
    Yiko Icon representing the flag French
    Report
    Hi there, your kitten is very cute! :) Personally, I don't see anything that suggests he's a Bengal. A cat's coat pattern isn't really proof of a specific breed (with a few exceptions), and a marbled pattern is no different. Besides, it’s very unlikely you’d find an unneutered male Bengal just wandering around outside anyway! :) Most of the time, vets don’t actually know much about breeds; they see a big cat and suddenly it’s a Maine Coon, or if the cat is grey, they’ll call it a Chartreux. In any case, he’s absolutely adorable! :)
    Translated from French
    K
    Kelinda Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    OK I DIDN’T KNOW THAT, I’ve actually just seen online that there are rosetted Bengals and marbled Bengals and other types of Bengals?

    WELL THEN, you’ll see if he has the kind of personality where he’s jumping all over the place and needs loads of exercise (purebred Bengals are often a real handful); a crossbreed will probably be calmer.

    Translated from French
    S
    Simone95880 Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    Meet Simon

    Translated from French
    S
    Simone95880 Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    To be honest, I was a bit sceptical when the vet told me that, but marbled Bengals do exist – it's a more recent variety, as you can see in the photo.
    Translated from French
    K
    Kelinda Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    ? I DON'T KNOW... A BENGAL HAS round spots, but this one has stripes, so... ?

    Translated from French
    S
    Simone95880 Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    Hi, thanks for your reply.

    He was smaller in that photo and I’m struggling to upload a more recent one. You're right, he definitely needs to burn off plenty of energy – he treats the house like his own personal obstacle course! 😂 We let him out in the garden so he can hunt and climb trees. I’m trying to post some more recent photos as he’s changed quite a bit.

    Translated from French
    K
    Kelinda Icon representing the flag French
    Report

    A PHOTO would be great.

    Mind you, if the vet says so, they’re probably right, and you’ve already seen that feisty and very energetic Bengal temperament – they need loads of exercise to burn off all that energy.

    Translated from French

  • 19 comments out of 19

    • Do you have a question? An experience to share? Create a post on our forum!
    These topics could be of interest to you!
    Find out more