A leap of leopards!

We are very pleased that you are considering being owned by one of our Bengals.
However, not everyone is suited to live with this particular breed.  As responsible breeders, we feel it is essential that we make people aware of exactly what they are getting, should they choose a Bengal for their companion.  Please take the time to read the following facts and think about how adding a Bengal to your home will realistically work out...............

 A Bengal kitten is usually very energetic, curious, playful, cuddly, talkative, and most of them also have a touch of velcro in their genes.  This means you will probably have a new shadow once you bring your kitten home, and it can be very persistent about having your full attention at all times ~ except when up to no good! 

This breed of cat is drawn to water and high places, most likely due to their wild ancestry where the Leopard cats lived near water and very tall trees.  This means your kitten or cat may like to help with the dishes, test your bath water for you, (may have to totally immerse to do so), sometimes test your cold drinks for you with one or both front paws, and occasionally will tip the glass just to make sure there's nothing unusual at the bottom. 
 They will always be within an inch of your face when you brush your teeth, just making sure you don't miss anything!  

Their love of high places may cause some panic, depending on whether you are open to making some changes in your home, which may or may not be necessary, depending on what you place the most value on.  If you have a house full of priceless items adorning the top of china cabinets, T.V. display units, other "out of reach" shelving or display cases, please be advised that they may no longer be quite as out of reach as they were before your Bengal arrived!

 These cats are absolutely unique and make devoted companions for the right people.  They are also very stubborn and extremely intelligent.  If you intend to put something away and don't want your Bengal to find it, do not let the cat see you put it away!  Just because there's a lid on something, it doesn't mean it's safe ! 

Bengals are very active cats and if you are looking for a strictly "lap cat", please choose a more suitable, docile breed.  Typically these cats prefer to decide when they should be on someone's lap, and it isn't usually a long lasting activity when they are young and full of energy.  
         

                                                                                    Lounge leopard!

If you cringe at the thought of a cat walking across the back of your couch and nuzzling your hair, this may not be the breed for you.  Sleeping on the very top of the kitchen cupboards is not unusual, nor is it unusual to see a Bengal open a cupboard just to check out what's inside.  We put "childproof" locks on doors that we do not want our cats to open.

Although you are now aware of the height jumping capabilities of these cats, please be advised that they are also very adept at jumping across a room.  They may easily jump 5 feet from one surface to another, and can knock things over/off in the process.  Any damage would be accidental, but the natural jumping and climbing instincts of these beautiful animals must be taken into consideration before bringing one home.  If you want the look of the wild, there are some eccentricities that come with it!  Of course as they get older they do calm down a bit, but healthy, happy Bengals love to display their prowess in many types of activities.

If a fly or other small moving object should find its way into your home, you may rest assured that your Bengal will hunt it down and eat it, even if it has to jump and climb over every inch of you & your house!   

Not everyone will find this type of behaviour endearing.  If you have any doubts about your ability or desire to live with such an enthusiastic, playful, bundle of fur and fun, please make the decision not to bring a Bengal home in the first place, rather than returning the kitten/cat after a few days/weeks. 

     
Like Mother...........................                              like son !

Are you sufficiently adaptable to give this cunning cat house room ?!