March 18, 2023

by Robyn Paterson

The cause of most Bengal cat behavior problems is rooted in the cat's routine, food, and environment. People often dismiss this as the cause because they play with the cat, but if it exhibits…

February 26, 2023

by Robyn Paterson

You awaken from a peaceful slumber to the sound of your Bengal cat's loud yowl. Stumbling out of bed, you nearly trip over the Bengal to determine the cause of your feline friend's distress…

February 20, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

A client recently contacted us with some questions regarding behavior issues - jumping on the counter, stealing food, avoiding positive human interaction, and vocalizing obnoxiously.  After having conversations with the family, we discovered that…

February 14, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

Kids love kittens. If you have kids and do not already have a kitten, you are unlikely to escape the plea for one. Lots of people want to get their children a pet. Bengals…

February 2, 2020

by Robyn Paterson

Do Bengal cats have more litter box issues than any other cat? No one really knows. People tend to talk about cats with litter box issues, not those with perfect litter box habits. If…

January 13, 2020

by Robyn Paterson

Anyone who has ever raised a child knows 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…

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

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…

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

June 24, 2019

by Robyn Paterson

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 misunderstandings about cats…

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…

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…

December 28, 2018

by Robyn Paterson

"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…

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…

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

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…

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…

Bengals attract a lot of people looking for a purebred cat because they are beautiful.  Their wild coats, large expressive eyes, and athletic bodies all make them attractive animals.  But before determining whether or not a Bengal is the right…

If you spend enough time on any internet Bengal Board, you will hear owners complaining about their cats improperly eliminating, stalking a family member, playing too rough, or destroying the prize couch and curtains.  None of these are desirable behaviors…

July 7, 2018
by Robyn Paterson

When you bring a new kitten home, it will be a traumatic experience for him.  To be prepared to make the transition smoother, you'll want to set up a safe room. 

The ideal place…

July 7, 2018

by Robyn Paterson

Whether you are first bringing your kitten home to your house or if you've experienced some accidents, you want to make sure you have the proper system in place to keep your Bengal's pee…