Quality Bengal Kittens

Anyone who has ever raised a child knows that routines are good for children.  They are happier and better behaved while on a routine.  The same can be said for Bengal cats.  Many behavioral problems in Bengal cats can be…

Bengal cats are known to be vocal cats, but this is not necessarily a consistent breed trait, nor is it something that comes from their hybrid ancestry.  In over 20 years of breeding Bengal cats, we have had some vocal…

Bengal cat life expectancy does not differ from the average indoor cat life expectancy of 12-18 years; however, there are steps both your breeder and you can make to extend the life of your cat.  We have heard back from…

Toys here.  Toys there. Toys, toys, everywhere.  When you look at what is online and available in stores, it can be perplexing as to which toys to buy, Which toys will be used? Which toys will be ignored?  We…

The season is approaching, and it is time to put the Christmas tree up.  With a skip in your step, you bring in the box of special ornaments - all those glass ones that hold significant memories. Just as you…

According to Cornell University's Cat Watch Newsletter, "50 to 90% of adult cats are affected by periodontal disease to some degree or another" (Dental).  Several factors go into the formation of tartar and plaque, but the good news is that…

One of the most common questions we get from people researching Bengals is whether or not they have enough space to make a Bengal happy.  The answer is as simple - or rather complex - as the old cliche. It's…

Bringing a new pet into the family is an important step, and you want to do all that you can to make sure the pet you bring home will be a good fit.  Cats can have some classic behavioral problems…

Just when you've got pet-parenthood figured out, you discover there is a baby on the way.  This is an absolute time of joy and celebration. We will correct a few misunderstanding about cats and babies and let you know what…

You come home from work to find frayed electrical cords, severed shoelaces, and hole-filled socks.  While the guilty party sleeps comfortably at the top of her cat tree, you begin to pick up the pieces and throw away the leftover…

There is the age-old argument to determine which are more intelligent - cats or dogs. But comparing interspecies intelligence becomes futile as it changes based on the tested skill as pointed on in PBS's 2018 feature "Which is Smarter, Cats…

If you were to check any Bengal breeder's email inbox or hang out in a Bengal cat chat group and you are bound to find the infamous question attached to a picture - is it a Bengal?

First, we have…

The early days of a kitten's life have lasting effects on a cat's behavior. Early weaning, fighting for food, having no sense of territory are all events that can alter behavior.  When deciding to bring a new companion pet into…

Cat wheels are a relatively new concept for most cat owners.  Naturally, people want to know if they should get one and if so, which one.  We hope to help you figure that out by sharing our experience.

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"You've got to be kidding me - how to play with your Bengal?  Everyone knows how to play with a cat.  Besides, my cat plays by itself.  I bought it a bunch of toys, and it can just chase those…

Bringing your new kitten home is the most exciting time for you, but it is the most influential period for your kitten.  How well you prepare for and execute the Safe Room process will have lifelong effects on your cat…

Are you thinking about buying a purebred cat, but you aren’t quite sure you should because of all the animals in shelters? You may want to consider the pros and cons of both options before making that decision. 

Adopting…

Within any purebred breeding program, the breeder should have specific goals in mind.  A primary goal is the one everyone sees - a distinct, recognizable appearance.  This is, after all, the number one reason breeders choose to breed a specific…

The Bengal personality can run the gamut. In general, they are extremely social cats - wanting to be involved in everything you do, but also, in general, they are an all-four-on-the-floor cat, meaning they prefer to have their feet on…

Finding the right treats for a raw-fed cat can be a little challenging because most treats come in kibble form which the raw-fed cat may not recognize as being food.  Finding a treat your cat loves, though, is important.  Unlike…

The Quality Bengal Kittens Clan experienced its best show season to date - taking the top spots in all three Bengal categories in the Mid Pacific Region. 

Vera earned the spot of Best Bengal.  She started strong by making…

Buying a purebred pet is a big decision.  Sometimes the shopping process can be confusing because prices can vary greatly and when you start talking to breeders, what they tell you differs as well.  The top three reasons to purchase…

Bengals are very social animals.  That belief that cats would prefer to live a solitary life if they had the choice is not true for the Bengal cat.  Bengals need social interaction.  They need to have a family - a…

While looking around for your future Bengal kittens, you may come across breeder websites talking about HCM testing.  What is HCM and how important is it to buy from a breeder who tests for it?  HCM stands for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy…