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Brigite's Bengals Blog
Our blog shares practical insight on Bengal cats, feline nutrition, and real-life care—rooted in experience, ethical breeding, and an understanding of how cats actually live and thrive.
Bengals Cats
Bengal cats explained, temperament, care, feeding, and lifestyle needs, written from hands-on breeding experience, not generic cat advice.


Ethical Cat Breeding: How to Choose a Responsible Breeder
A research-based guide for future cat owners. Choosing a breeder is not simply about finding a kitten—it’s about making an informed, ethical decision that affects animal welfare, long-term health, and the integrity of the breed itself.

Brigite
7 days ago3 min read


Why Some Cat Breeds Are Banned in Certain Countries
(and what ethical catteries are responsible for) You may be surprised to learn that some cat breeds are restricted or banned in certain countries — including breeds like Sphynx, Savannah, Bengal, and Scottish Folds. These bans are not random , and they’re rarely about aesthetics. They typically fall into three core categories : 1. Animal Welfare Concerns Drive Cat Breed Bans Some countries restrict breeds due to inherited health issues linked to selective breeding . Examples
iLUVbengals
Jan 34 min read


Raising Bengals with Intention: What the Farm Taught Me About Cats
Brigite, a responsible Bengal cat breeder, shares how her farm upbringing shaped her intentional, natural approach to raising confident, healthy Bengal kittens.

Brigite
Jan 14 min read


Exploring the Vibrant Colour Palette of Bengal Cats and Their Unique Patterns
Dive into the full spectrum of Bengal cat colours and patterns with insights from a longtime breeder. Learn how genetics shape Snow Lynx, Snow Mink, Snow Sepia, Brown, Silver, Charcoal, and Melanistic Bengals. This guide breaks down rosettes, marbling, contrast, and coat development to help you understand what makes Bengal cats so visually striking and unique.

Brigite
Dec 2, 20255 min read


🧬 The 10 Most Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds — Ranked by Fel d 1 Protein Production
My daughter is severely allergic to cats. The itchy eyes, the sneezing, the wheezing — we know the symptoms all too well. And for years, we assumed our home would have to remain cat-free. Then we opened a cattery. Here’s what most people don’t realize: it’s not the fur that causes allergic reactions. It’s a tiny protein called Fel d 1 , found in a cat’s saliva , skin , and dander . When cats groom themselves, Fel d 1 gets spread onto their fur — and into the air. And while n
iLUVbengals
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Bengal Cats vs. Other Breeds: What Makes Them So Different & What Is Their Temperament
Snow Bengal Cat & Maine Coon Cat “Are Bengal cats good pets?” “Bengal vs. Maine Coon?” “Why is my Bengal so wild?” — We’ve heard it all. And we’ve lived it. At Brigite’s Bengals, we’ve raised our fair share of curious kittens and big personalities. But if you’ve ever had a Bengal in your home, you already know: they are a breed apart. So what exactly sets Bengal cats apart from other popular breeds like Maine Coons, Ragdolls, or Persians? Let’s break it down — from their tem

Brigite
Jul 16, 20253 min read
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