Are Bengal Cats Good Or Bad Pets?

6. These Cats Like To Roam

Certain breeds of cat are more likely to roam and seek to expand their territory and Bengals are natural explorers who will roam far if they can. Bengals are part Asian Leopard Cat which in the wild have territories up to 37.1 km2 (14.3 square miles). Even though Bengals are also a part domestic cat, they have retained their desire to roam. You cannot alter this behavior, as it is part of their genetic heritage.

Few people want their Bengals to roam due to the risk of traffic accidents, catching diseases, and theft by humans. Therefore, if you want to own these cats and keep them at home, you must ensure they are safely enclosed.