Bengal Cats — Buying Prices in Ho Chi Minh City

Bengal Cats — Buying Prices in Ho Chi Minh City

Bengal (pronounced “ben-gol”) is a domestic cat breed developed to resemble wild cat species such as the leopard cat, ocelots and margays. Let’s explore Bengal cat buying prices in Ho Chi Minh City with BTM PET SHOP.

Origin: United States

Size:

Male cats weigh 4.5 kg – 6.8 kg.

Female cats weigh 3.6 kg – 5.5 kg.

Lifespan:

14 to 16 years.

Bengal Cat Appearance:

Coat: This cat is classed as a short-haired breed, so it sheds relatively little, which suits people who like a clean home, families with small children, and anyone who dreads excess shedding. The Bengal cat’s coat is dense, short and extremely soft, with a color that closely resembles that of a powerful forest leopard. There are three common Bengal coat patterns: black spotted, marbled, and brown. There are also some rarer coat colors, including silver and white. However, since these spotted cats have all been crossbred with other cat breeds to produce different coat colors through gene mutation, purebred status cannot be guaranteed.

Body: Healthy and muscular, with a fairly full build that makes them look like miniature forest leopards. The Bengal cat’s body is fairly long, with four legs that are relatively short in proportion to the body. Their frame is full and round but firm and toned rather than soft. Notably, their legs inherit a trait from their ancestors: slender legs paired with unusually large, thick paws.

Head: The Bengal cat’s head is relatively small, with large, thin, upright ears.

Eyes: The Bengal cat’s eyes are round and always glisten with a clear emerald color; the pupils are black and dilate to make the eyes appear brighter in low light.

Bengal Cat Temperament — learn more

Looking at a Bengal cat’s spotted coat, many people mistakenly assume these cats are fierce and standoffish. In fact, the opposite is true — Bengal cats are extremely intelligent, quick-witted and deeply affectionate.

Bengal cats have a cheerful, playful personality and are loving and loyal to their owners. Like many other cats, Bengals love being pampered and cared for by their owners. They are also very friendly, get along easily with other animals, and are gentle around children, so even families with small children or other pets can raise this breed.

How Much Does a Bengal Cat Cost?

In general, Bengal cats sell for a fairly high price because they are still a new breed in Vietnam with limited supply. Your budget will determine what price range of Bengal cat you can own. Prices can vary considerably depending on origin and how purebred the cat is.

Bengal Cats Born in Vietnam

A Bengal cat born domestically, without certification papers, costs roughly 7 to 10 million VND. Most sellers of domestically born Bengal cats breed them without oversight, so purebred quality cannot be guaranteed.

At a higher price point, between 12 and 15 million VND, you can own a Bengal cat born in Vietnam to imported parents, with a clear pedigree and certification papers. In general, cats with papers offer more assurance of quality and health.

Imported Bengal Cats

Bengal cats imported from abroad, mostly from Russia, offer more assurance in appearance, health, and certification issued by cat and dog associations. Imported Bengal cats also sell for considerably more, starting around $1,000 per cat, or higher for cats with especially clear, striking coat markings, larger size, or competition wins.

Contact BTM PET SHOP to learn more about Bengal cat buying prices in Ho Chi Minh City.