Bengal cats= psycho??

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So I want to get a Bengal. I have heard several stories that after they are full grown their personalities totally change. If they were loving they can still turn wild/crazy/psycho however you want to put it? Okay so maybe I believe too much stuff- maybe not- is this anywhere close to true? I have kids so just looking out for them and such..

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Hi there...like with any other cat it's difficult to tell how the personality will turn out once the cat matures.

Bengal cats "CAN" be great house pets, however there are some important things to note about their temperament and personalities. They prefer the company of other cats and most do get along with cats IF/WHEN the introductions are done correctly as this applies to ANY cats who meet for the first time. However, there are some who are the exception to this rule.

The average weight of a Bengal cat is 10-12 pounds for females and 15-18 pounds for males. 22 pounds is not common for a Bengal cat unless they are overweight which presents another host of health problems.

Bengals are a very hyperactive breed of cat well as extremely vocal and loud cats much more than Siamese cats. They are very demanding for attention and interested in everything their owners are doing. They certainly enjoy affection however only on their own terms as they rarely like being held or are lap cats. However, some are an exception to this rule. Ideally, they may not be a good fit for young children, because children want to cuddle and Bengals are far from being such a cat who likes to be restrained. If they are left alone for long periods of time it's best to have the company of another cat or dog, which is preferable or they can be quite mischevious as well as destructive as a result of loneliness and/or from boredom.

Please consider speaking with Bengal breeders before purchasing one because these cats are very demanding in general. Some important information about Bengals. They should never be declawed as it leads to overcompensation with vicious biting since they have larger canine teeth than a typical domestic cat as well inappropriately soiling (urinating/defecating) around the home. Something we have witnessed too frequently with the rescues we take in.

Bengals should never be allowed to roam freely outdoors as they are apt to be stolen and later sold sometimes for profit. However, they will take to leash training easily and it is the safest way to give them some of the outdoor enjoyment. In some regions the Bengal cat is outlawed as a pet so be sure to check with your local humane society in your region to learn if they are legal. Georgia, Hawaii and a few other states have banned Bengal cat ownership.

Many Bengals require a healthier diet of closer to raw as many suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)--loose stools syndrome. Royal Canin 27 is generally what Bengal breeders use to feed their cats since this is highly endorsed with The Int'l Cat Assoc (TICA). There are premium brands such as Innova EVO or Nature's Variety Prairie (see other diets listed below) that help easy the problem with IBS. Any of the cat foods that contains the ingredient corn, corn meal (e.g. Iams, Science Diet, Purina, Whiskas, etc) causes severe bowel distresses so it's best to choose cat food products that steer clear of these ingredients.

To learn more about Bengals consider joining the Bengal Chat forum: http://www.chat24.oli.us/hdw/ or http://www.bengalcatforums.com/forums/ .

As a rescuer we always let new Bengal families know if in event there's a time in the future you are unable to keep your bengal perhaps to allergies, medical illness in the family or moving overseas, etc all responsible Bengal breeders WILL take their cats back (no questions asked) as it is their ethical agreement with TICA in the sale of the kittens. There are also Bengal rescuers located all over the world and we are also willing to help with rehoming if necessary. We try to keep Bengals from ending up in the shelters as many euthanize them quickly believing they are a wild cat and not safe as a pet, when in fact they are domesticated since they are four or more generations removed from their wild relative the Asian Leopard Cat (ALC).

Diets for Bengals:
Their diet should consist of very high protein rather than the usual commercial cat food, which contains corn, corn meal and preservative fillers... for example those would be: IAMS, Science Diet, Purina, Whiskas and many others...essentially, anything from the grocery store and pet stores. The reason being is that Bengals commonly suffer from lifelong Irritable Bowel Syndrome so if you live in a large metropolitan city look for a specialty pet store that carries any of the following products to help minimize his bowel distresses:
Innova EVO and/or California Natural: http://www.naturapet.com/
Nature's Variety Praire: http://www.naturesvariety.com/
Wellness: http://www.oldmotherhubbard.com/
Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul: http://www.chickensoupforthepetloverssoul.com
Life's Abundance: http://www.healthypetnet.com/

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Bengal cats= psycho??
So I want to get a Bengal. I have heard several stories that after they are full grown their personalities totally change. If they were loving they can still turn wild/crazy/psycho however you want to...

Answer 5

It'll depends so much on you definition of psycho. Bengals are just so much fun, you will never have a dull moment but they are def not psycho. They have crazy times where they will climb curtains, jump on top of bookcases etc but when they calm down all they want is to be cuddled. You will not get a breed more suited to kids.

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Yes I agree with what's been answered

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Not even close, I have one and everyone else I've spoke with who has one LOVES them,, mine is a male he is neutered and is The 8th wonder of the world... we love him to death ,,, he is fun and never has a dull moment been here since he arrived,,,

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