Bengal

KatzeMittelGewicht 3.5–7 kgLebenserwartung 12–16 J.

A leopard-spotted athlete with endless energy. A sensitive gut (IBD tendency) and HCM are the two themes — screening matters for this pedigreed breed.

Wesen: Limitless energy, loves water, needs constant play and exploration

🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken

Häufig

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)

Hereditary cases — screen before breeding

Häufig

IBD / sensitive stomach

Soft stool and vomiting are common — manage diet

Beobachten

Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)

DNA test available

Beobachten

Luxating patella

Watch athletic individuals

📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz

#1HCM DNA test + echo (pre-breeding/mid-life)
#2Fecal + digestive workup for recurrent soft stool
#3Weight (monthly)

🍚 Ernährung

High-protein, low-carb; always transition foods slowly.

🛁 Tagespflege

Easy-care coat; 30+ minutes of hard play daily; secure windows and balconies.

🔗 Verknüpfte Symptomseiten

Rapid breathing (over 40/min at rest)Lethargy / sleeping all day

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