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• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Recognize physical traits
• Part 2 of 3: Recognize Traits
• Part 3 of 3: Get Confirmation from a Professional

Bengal cats are very active and playful. They were originally bred by crossing a domestic cat and a spotted leopard. These energetic cats have a very beautiful and distinctive spotted coat that comes in a variety of colors. If you want to know if your cat is of this breed, recognize some physical traits or consult a reputable Bengal breeder.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Recognize physical traits

1. 1 Recognize spotted coat. The most distinctive physical trait of Bengal cats is their beautiful spotted coat. These cats inherited these spots from their ancestors - leopards. All Bengal cats, without exception, have a spotted color.
   • The coat of Bengal cats, as a rule, has a certain sheen or ebb, which is clearly visible in direct sunlight. Breeders often refer to this phenomenon as the "glitter effect".
2. 2 Recognize the correct color pattern. All Bengal cats are spotted, but the colors may vary. The most common colors are brown and golden. These cats can also be copper-colored, greyish-beige, dark gray, silver or blue.
   • The spots sometimes come together and form stripes, but cats with this pattern are still considered Bengal. Cats with this pattern are often called marble cats.
3. 3 Note the large, muscular physique. Bengal cats are usually quite large and slender. They have a muscular physique, and unlike other varieties of cats, it is quite rare for them to have a drooping tummy when they gain a little extra weight.
   • Adult Bengal cats usually weigh between 3.6 and 6.8 kilograms.

Part 2 of 3: Recognize Traits

1. 1 Pay attention to your cat's activity. Bengal cats are descendants of wild spotted leopards, therefore an active and energetic lifestyle is naturally laid down in them. They love to play and spend a lot of energy. Unlike other varieties of domestic cats, Bengal cats spend more time playing and less time sleeping.
   • If the cat is very docile or slow, then it is hardly a Bengal cat.
2. 2 Pay attention to whether the cat is affectionate. Despite their wild appearance and kinship with the leopard, Bengal cats are very affectionate towards people, especially towards their owners. They love to cuddle up, play with family members, and spend most of their time playing with people.
   • The Bengal cat will not lead a lonely or estranged lifestyle. She will spend most of her time with people and other animals in the house.
3. 3 Listen to their distinctive meows. Bengal cats are very loud and meow often. They are much louder than other types of cats. They often communicate with their owners about what they want and how they feel.
   • They will not think long and will inform their owner if their tray needs to be cleaned or if they are hungry.

Part 3 of 3: Get Confirmation from a Professional

1. 1 Consult a good breeder. Reputable Bengal cat breeders will be able to provide you with a pedigree kitten with all the necessary documents. They may even be able to tell you if your cat is a purebred Bengal cat.
   • To find a good breeder, you should look for recommendations from feline community organizations.
   • The International Cat Association has a list of all approved Bengal cat breeders.
   • Most Bengal cats for sale are at least five generations from the spotted leopard. All because of restrictions on the breeding of Bengal cats. The first generation of Bengal cats is called F1. They are closest in character to their wild ancestor. However, most Bengal cats for sale are bred through several generations of domestic cats to give them the traits we would expect from a domestic cat. Your cat will still be wild and exotic, but it will not be considered a wild animal.
2. 2 Consult a Bengal cat breeding organization. For almost every cat breed, there is an organization that regulates the standards for each breed and provides breed information to stakeholders. Find the nearest Bengal cat organization and ask them for more information about the breed.
   • Try contacting the International Bengal Cat Association or the Bengal Cat Association.
3. 3 Ask your veterinarian for advice. As a last resort, take your cat to the vet and ask him to help you. The veterinarian will analyze the physical and personality traits of the cat and determine its breed.