Their nutritional and immunization requirements are the same as for all domestic household cats. Hybrid Asian leopard cats, the first generations of outcrossing, require special attention in their care. Their feral, wild beauty make them a striking cat, but consideraton should be given to their temperament. Females are used as foundation stock of the domestic Bengal. There are several colors and patterns available in the Bengal breed.
Spots vary in color and intensity.
Extreme contrast between the markings and the ground color is desirable. There are a variety of other colors of the Bengal cat that are derived from domestic genes. Conformation Bengals are a relatively large cat with males ranging from 10 to 18 pounds, and females slightly smaller. The face should have a feral expression, with rounded ears and intense facial markings. Careful selection ensures Bengal cats that are friendly, loving, domestic cats which bear a strong physical resemblance to their hybrid ancestors.