Bengal Grooming & Litter Care Guide

The Bengal's short, dense coat is genuinely low-maintenance in terms of brushing — once a week is usually enough to remove loose hair and maintain coat condition. But the grooming routine matters beyond coat care. Nail trims are particularly relevant for an active climbing cat: overgrown nails catch on fabric, get hooked in climbing structures, and cause discomfort. Cooperative handling — being comfortable with paws being touched, ears being checked, and mouths being briefly examined — is worth building deliberately, especially in a high-energy cat that may be inclined to resist being held still. The litter box environment needs to suit an active, exploratory cat: clean, accessible, and large enough that the cat is not crowded.