Love this video - and the music is great. We adopted a very sweet overweight female Bengal a few months ago and another grey tabby at the same time. Named them Lucy and Ethel. Ethel is the Bengal and Lucy has the personality of one. I made one of those box toys like Koru's and they LOVE it!
@janeisaac good for you making toys / puzzles for your cats. It's so easy with a little creativity on our parts to enrich the cat's day. Koru will carry a krinkle ball from across the house just to drop it in her wholly box just to bat it around in the box!
my bengal cat takes a bigger teddy bear (bigger then him self) and dragging around it like a dog and jumps on the door when he wants out or in. and how he wakes up people he will bite u in your feets :P
@Arkanses they are not related. Ukee is from a breeder in Denver, Koru is from a breeder in Las Cruses. But they are both tri color marble Bengals, so they do look like siblings. The give away is that Ukee comes from a family of white tummies, so have very white cheek pads and tummy while Koru does not. Koru some from a family with glitter. Also, to the touch they are much different, Ukee has kind of fluffy fur, and Koru is more mink-like
You love your cats and that is really evident through the work you've done in your house to provide fun for your bengals, as well at the attention you give! They are absolutely beautiful and perfect!
Such love and attention, these cats must want for nothing. I can see how much you love them. Bengals are very cheerful and playful cats, I would like to get one, but they need too much attention that I may not be able to give them. Maybe some day.
Incredible cats, they look like the happiest cat I've seen, having hips of fun. You have created a house full of fun for them (I like the poles in the stairs the most, brilliant really).
Amazing glitter on both of them, lucky you. I WANT ONE (sadly I'm a student, they're a bit too expensive for me, for the moment .... )
your cats are lucky to have you as their owner. having watched this video i can tell that you love them and take the best care of them. there should be more people like you and the world would be a better place then. cheers
Would you be willing to do a video of all the cat climbing posts like the one you have in the stars? I am looking for ideas for our 2 cats, and would be interested in what all you have done. I have built them 2 cat trees, which they love, but they want more I can tell
@pheniox24 I have posted pictures and some details on the bengalchatter blog. Google that blog, and once there search, "Customize your home for your cat" and you will see many peoples ideas including mine. I post under the same screen name there, "ukeeandkoru". Let me know if you need more info.
Im thinking of possibly getting one and ive looked at the responsibilties, but ive hear they can grow to be agressive or just a bit meaner then other cats? other then that there beautiful cats and look like alot of fun.
@aussiboi123 the opposite is true. Bengals are more family oriented and docile than most cats. They have a lot of energy to play games, but short of abuse it is IMPOSSIBLE to get them to lash out or be mean. In fact, Bengals have been specifically bred to be kind because of the concern that the wild coat origin would bring with it a less tame cat. So breeders have worked hard to select kind temperament family friendly cats. Check out the youtube video , "Ideal Companion: Bengal" for more info.
@aussiboi123 I want to add to this because the reported "bengal aggression" being talked about currently may be because of how far down the line they have been bred to domestication. Be sure the Bengal you are looking into is actually an F5 or better if you get it from a breeder. It would mean that it is pedigreed through CFA and not necessarily TICA which allows for some breeds to be bred and sold practically just short of being wild animals. Those will need an exceptional amount of care.
@ThatReptileDood all self-made. Check out my posting at the bengalchatter blog. Once there search "customize your home for your cats". There are several people there, and some detailed descriptions of several of my constructs.
My cat died and was a pretty active one to... not like a kat I ever had. I liked it and want to buy a new one. The bengal cat should be pretty active and naughty in a good way is that true? And if I buy one what are the important things that I should keep in mind? And what's the average price?
@janus1992able $500-$750 for "pet grade" meaning they are fixed so you can't breed them and maybe the seller thought they were not showable. Ours are both "pet grade" and the prettiest we have seen. Look for a breeder working out of their home, a super clean home, living with a noisy environment so the cats are well adjusted. Super active, but not so naughty. They really like to please and be around. Do have lots to do, and two cats are better even if one is not a Bengal just for more play time.
I saw a man walking his female Bengal cat in the neighborhood one time. She was cooperative, but he had a leash attached to her. That was interesting. The man said that she's a Bengal, female, and she has a brother.
@abysmalatrocious check out the youtube video "creek cross 6" (along with creek cross 1 thru 5) I have it in my favorite'd videos. Lady takes her Bengal on all sorts of hikes. amazing!
@UkeeandKoru Thanks! I just took a look. The moustachiaoed man with the pencil-thin moustache who was walking this female bengal kitten that I saw, had the EXACT same device on his bengal, as seen in Creek Cross 6. Must be pretty standard for people who own bengals?
@abysmalatrocious a harness is good for walking cats, yes. More comfortable for the cat than a leash on a collar. Plus a collar is too easy for a cat to twist out of. And if you need to lift you cat or help get them out of a tree, a full harness is best.
Wonderful video :o), it realy shows how Bengals are :). Your home is a paradise for cats, found some new ideas to make mine more comfortable for my Bengals. Btw, @JlOlSlE mine are also live all day in the house ;) and at this time there are 14 with me ;), in two groups on two floors. The only things they destroy is paper that I forgot to put away ... and they are thiefes ;) or let us say they teach you to tidy up ;).
@JlOlSlE nothing destroyed yet after 7 years. I have a scratching post in most rooms, and climbing structures to burn off energy. The structures also give them some where high to watch the house or nap. And I play with them every morning and when I return from work, which they look forward to and expect of me. I spend hours a week training them as well. All Bengals take a lot of time, they are not a cat for a first time owner. If you keep their lives enriched they don't destroy anything.
BEAUTIFUL!!! Just got my first half Bengal half Marble Seal Point Lynx. She has deep blue eyes which are rare I understand. She's three years old and does almost everything mentioned in your vid minus the awsome home=D
@vals1289 Ukee is 6 and we got her at aspen gold Bengals near Denver for my 40th birthday. Koru is 4 an we got her at shere khan Cats in Santa Cruz. They are not related, but they are both tri-color marble Bengals, so they look very much the same. We call Koru the "brunette" because she is very dark. She has very rare glitter. Ukee we call the blonde because she is liter, but she also has the brightest white tummy I've seen and nice green eyes.
I bought a kitten from a pet store that I swear was half Bengal. I called him Xena (due to his 'war cry'). Cat was my best friend. He was non stop action, loved playing a game called "Barbie shark". I'd take this cheap hollow plastic barbie and have her "distress" on top of the scratch post. Xena would come up like a shark, literally, and drag her to her dismembered "death" Rules were, if I didn't want a swat for defaulting that she had to be fully assembled and dressed for the next attack.
We just got a 3 year old bengal cat, and her previous home was a pet shop where she lived in a small cage her whole life. Now she barely moves around, much less jump, climb, and chase things. She's basically lost all her natural Bengal Cat agility and instincts. Any tips to regain them????
@Datoberry it will take time to get back in athletic shape. Provide her with her own opportunities during the day, like poles and shelves. She will like high shelves. Could just be a towel folded up on top of low or high dresser, if there is a way to get up in smaller jumps. Or it could be something you build/buy. Cats tend toward three options "bugs" like string toys, "mice" like small toy mice or krinckle balls, or "birds" like feather toys. See what you cat likes. Mostly spend time with her
<3 your videos. I have watched them a dozen or so times & will continue to do so. :) I get my own Bengal kitten in October & by then I will have put shelves all along my walls & made him his own 'den' on top of my linen cupboard. What an inspiring video for me! :D I plan to use a few of your ideas, thanks. :)
The person who own the channel helped me alot last summer when i had my first bengal. He his super cool and all his tips was so helpful. Bengal need alot of attention and toys only are not enough. They want you to play with them. You realize after a year thats alot of time you need to spend wth your bengal. Thank god i work at home but make shure if you want a bengal that you have time to spend with him and make shure you not let 1 bengal alone all day long he will be depressed! Buy 2 or 0.
@Oster910 most cats can be active at least to 12. But what happens is the owners get tired of inventing new games and creating enriching activities. So cat gets used to couch potato parents watching TV. But try this test: bring home a cardboard box, or a big pile of fabric, or some novel thing like that, maybe a bit of cat nip hidden under something, and pretty much any cat will be excited to explore and play. Bengals like all cats get a little less active, but if engaged they never get boring.
Your cat's are beautiful and so funny to watch they love each other so much you can tell. You also made house so cat friendly and that shows how much you love them. Cat' can bring you so much happiness, I have two bobtail cat's and they do alot of the same things your cat's do so entertaining and it is wonderful to have great pet's that love us unconditionaly.
@idlh Don't get a Bengal for their looks. They req a huge time commitment to enrich their lives; they are so energetic! We nick-named Koru "the cat who never sleeps" cause she always wants to play! Get a Bengal because you want a companion, their looks are a bonus. Find a breeder in your area and visit them. Ours are brown marbled, one with glitter, one with a white tummy. Marbles are rare, glitter even more so. Ours are "pet grade" meaning the breeder didn't want to show them so charged less.
You have beautiful Cats and the perfect home for them :) Thanks for the ideas, especially the holey box, I will be making one very soon! Best wishes to you and your lovely cats :)
I have a bengal as well, this reminds me so much of her, the movements and mannerisms of this breed are unmistakeable. mine makes a very cute little whispering noise when it sees birds or other things outside.
@anthonylees Well, I would not describe our childless-by-choice lifestyle as having a "gap": we fide richness in other endeavors than bearing children. But I understand your point. The cats are a wonderful part of our days and we care for them greatly.
I just wanted to ask a quick question - no doubt these are beautiful cats, but you have to let them go outside on occasions, how do you prevent random people stealing them?? Because I want to get a Bengal cat but this issue is scaring me off it a little bit...
@yas78687 there is no reason a cat "has to go outside" if their home is enriching. Coyotes, raccoons, owls, cars, cat fights; all as dangerous as letting your kids play in the highway without knowing any better. But, yes, we do let our cats out onto an enclosed courtyard with cat fencing so they can smell the outside, watch birds, listen to the breeze. That does enthrall them, and they really do not need to roam freely outside any more than that.
Besides of the fact that your cats are absolutely beautiful creatures, I recognized that your house is a paradise for cats! I hope you and Ukee and Koru will have many more years together.
I found a big cat one day with no collar or ID, somewhat underweight... He looks like he could be a Bengal? He's likes being around us now, because there's food. Even with there being food, he seems to prefer non cat food stuff. He's caught two birds so far that I know of. I saw him chase after one that flew right in front of him. I gave him a toy to play with, and he ate part of the toy! He loves when I play with him, and hold him now. I think he just needed someone to care for him.
@bhav1110 very nice!. Yes, I find that cats in the neighborhood are always so approachable. They really love to be around people. I find more dogs that just bark at people to go away. Especially if you found a cat in need I am sure he very much appreciates your attention and play. Do what you can to see if he has an owner, ask around, have the vet see if he has a chip. As much as he appreciates you, if he has a real owner he certainly loves and misses them.
@UkeeandKoru I checked online to see if anyone is missing a kitty and I didn't see anything. I also look at flyers when I go to places that people will post. No luck. i think part of the reason why he came by was because of mating season. He may be the reason why two of my cats are expecting kittens. Not all my cats are fixed. Just one is fixed. One issue with sending him to the vet is- he's really scared to come inside my house. He was afraid at first, but then got used to contact at least.
@UkeeandKoru It kind of worries me, if maybe he experienced some sort of traumatic experience with being inside a house by the way he acts or if the issue he has with coming inside the house has to do with our dominant female cat being too territorial. I haven't seen him as often as I used to, which make me wonder even more where he came from. At least once a year I find a stray and end up keeping it. The dominant female cat was a teeny tiny kitten when we found her wandering in the barn.
@UkeeandKoru so we took her in. and she's doing great. The vet said she's healthy which is great news considering she is an indoor/outdoor cat. She's had one litter of kittens, and after that we got her fixed once the kittens were big enough to not be dependent on her for food, etc. We seem to think maybe she was just dumped somewhere. Sometimes people don't take care of their cats and just dump them... :( which is sad, because my road isn't really pet crossing friendly.
@UkeeandKoru One more thing I wanted to point out about the wild bengal like cat I found is- I think he has a serious problem with his eyes. It looks like it could be cataracts which really worries me if it effects his vision too much, he can go blind. I'd imagine surgery like that to fix that problem can cost a fortune which I don't have, because of college funds. i understand that bengal cats if breeded properly should be okay, and also Bengals tend to be more likely to have cataracts.
@bhav1110 I don't know that Bengals are susceptible to cataracts. If cataracts, it comes on slow and the cat will adapt, but best if cared for with food and safe bedding, and more inside than outside. Many cat owners of older cats eventually find their cat is more blind and it does not slow the cat down too much.
Most "foreign" cats are leery about going inside a strangers house; I doubt it is trauma, just a cat being naturally cautious.
I love your videos! I just stumbled upon them in my quest to understand my Bengal a bit better (he is 5 and I adopted him a few months ago). He can be a handful (not the usual DSH), but I so adore him!
He plays similar games - it's so much fun watching your two darlings.
They definitely becomes "leopard-like" after dark!
@jgcane We got "pet grade" Bengals which means the breeder did not think they were show quality and required us to fix them. Maybe their tail is too long or ears to close, who knows; as far as I can tell they are some of the prettiest Bengal. Koru for sure with her glitter. Anyway, as pet grade we paid $500 for Ukee including her fix, and $750 for Koru and fixed her at our expense.
@UkeeandKoru they are great cats i have one with very similar markings as the one at .49 i love it it runs wildly sleeps funny, plays a ton. tries to play with my calico tortoiseshell but she doesnt like that at all. they are great cats and these vids are great. do you still have these cats? or give them back after the fix?
@jgcane Of course we still have them! They were fixed at about 12-16 weeks so we don't breed them. Most cat owners have cats who have been neutered/spayed; no one "gives them back". It is just a good practice to fix them unless you are breeding kittens. Ours are now 4 and 6 and they make our family complete!
I've got a semi bengal and she loves a lot of the same games... :) More besides: "fishing" for toilet rolls in a full bath, stealing things and hiding them (she does the stealing/hiding), sweetie wrapper football, chasing toy on string gets her so excited she does forward rolls, etc... I want a full bengal now! I love how she chats (most of the time! LOL)
@MrJoey2miles where are you located? Find a breeder who raises kittens in their own home. And that the home is super clean because colds and infections are very bad for kittens. It should also be very active and noisy. An active and noisy environment teaches a kitten to be tolerant and not to skittish.
got some ideas for play time with my cat (maine coon) she also likes to play hide and seek (maybe your bengals would love it) putting toys under matts or towels and moving them, she has cracked it now and knows to life the matt :D
I want to say thanks. I changed youtube account now but i remember when i got my bengal you told me everything i need to know for her. I want to say Thank you, you are verry cool! My bengal cat is doing verry well. 2nd time she have his "time" and i wonder if i should bring a male for her or just opt in for the sterelization. Please let me know and because of your vid i just make a new toy for her. She play with it and seems verry happy. Thank you :)
@ThatGuyRandy some bengals do have glitter, a rare feature where about 10% of their hairs are truly metallic. Google search "bengal chatter glitter what exactly does it look like" and then go to page 3 of that blog for some of my posts trying to describe and include pictures. It is very hard to photograph.
I enjoyed your video, it was fabulous.:) I think they're lucky to have a devoted owner like yourself! I love all the shelving and cat posts you have set up... so neat! Your video makes me happy so thank you! My bengal is almost 6 months but already shes a cherished "child" haha Favourite game chase me, chase you... was just playing that game
Love it! We hide toys in the speaker, and other random places too! And we're planing on putting up shelves around the house her our Bengal to have some fun with :) Glad to see other people are just as into their animals as we are :)
@UkeeandKoru do Bengal cats ever get aggressive or angry with owners or house-guests? have you personally experienced either of these? are they, or can they be dangerous at all around children, such as wil they ever attack someone out of fear or anger?
@slovakmath Check out the youtube video, "Ideal Companion: Bengal". It is in my favorites if you can't find it. There is a good summary of temperament. In my experience, only mis-treated cats, or ferrel )cats left out in the wild) are aggressive. I see no cats as aggressive; when I walk thru neighborhoods it's the dogs that rush up to the fence attacking. The cats come out and hug your leg.
@slovakmath Bengals are among the best temperament. You can teach them to play rough, but it is easy to train them not to bite or claw while playing. If you stop playing when a kitten gets too rough, they learn in a couple days to extend play time they need to be gentle. Having done so with ours it is nearly impossible to get them to claw even accidentally. They feather their claws without fail. Even at the vet when terrified, they cower and go limp, never do they lash out like some cats might
@UkeeandKoru o...awesome... that was a good reference to the other video you provided. Ive always been curious about this issue...or rather non-issue thx for the info
I am highly interested in getting bengals... I've wanted a cat and have spent much time researching what kind to get, and I just recently (like last night) came upon the bengals... and they are GORGEOUS! Your two are adorable and I would be willing to save up for such a special cat!
@wesleyanne2007 check out the youtube video "perfect companion Bengal" if you can't find it, it is saved as one of my favorites. All cats are very special, whatever you get. Bengals, Abyssinian and others are very active and not for the feint of heart. Some say they are not "starter cats" since they demand a lot of your time. I do tell people to get a Bengal if you want an active friend and have the desire to spend time enriching their lives every day; not just because they are gorgeous.
@UkeeandKoru You are right, and the research I've done on bengals thus far notes your points too. I do have the time and energy for them- my last pets were sugar gliders, another unique pet, and they required lots of time and lots of love too. So that would not be an issue for me. I can run and play with the best of them and come up with lots of fun to get into with them! I'll be sure to check out that video too! Thanks!
The ice cubes reminded me of my old cat that would sit at the fish tank for hours with his paw in the air, trying to catch the fish, but he couldn't stand being wet so as soon as his paw touched the water, he would jump back like he was shocked and then sit there for 2-3 minutes drying his paw off before starting the whole process again
@speeder741 ours were $500 + $750 for pet grade, meaning the breeder felt they would not win shows, and they're required to be fixed so as not to compete with the breeder. We been to shows and Koru could definitely win, just not our thing. Maybe the breeders just need to make a sale sometimes and we lucked out. Ukee for $500 included the fixing, Koru's fix we paid for separately.
Ha! Yes, whenever I open the drawer and leaf thru for something, Ukee jumps up and wants to be involved and "help". Just like a Bengal to engage in any chore or whatever their owners are doing!
Such beautiful and lucky kitties they are to have such an attentive and loving owner like you. Your house is such an ideal habitat, with so many interesting and amusing places and activities for them. I miss having cats around. We grew up with many cats, most of whom were born and died at our home after long and happy lives. When I finally settle down in a couple of years I will get cats again. They make a house a home. Thanks for sharing.
1:05 Noooo, don't jump!!!! Oh wait, catch the TOY, not the cat jumping from the ledge. o_O
LlamaLlamaDiana 3 days ago
I love this video!!!
wdopey711 6 days ago
Love this video - and the music is great. We adopted a very sweet overweight female Bengal a few months ago and another grey tabby at the same time. Named them Lucy and Ethel. Ethel is the Bengal and Lucy has the personality of one. I made one of those box toys like Koru's and they LOVE it!
janeisaac 6 days ago
@janeisaac good for you making toys / puzzles for your cats. It's so easy with a little creativity on our parts to enrich the cat's day. Koru will carry a krinkle ball from across the house just to drop it in her wholly box just to bat it around in the box!
UkeeandKoru 5 days ago
THAT IS SOOOO OO CUTEEEEE they must sey they have the best life in the world
soo happpy
soheil2345 1 week ago
kitties always make me happy :)
wolfbite6 2 weeks ago
I love that you are so dedicated to your cats :)
OMGdoggy1 2 weeks ago
What an amazing home. Our Bengal would love it! I'm always amazed at how smart they are.
jjane1r 3 weeks ago
that house is kitty dreamhouse
MyStyle0421 3 weeks ago
I WANT YOUR HOUSE!
What do you do as a job?
simonepreston20 3 weeks ago
Your house looks beautiful! can you give a video tour of it?
vclarke4433 1 month ago
you're rich haha
lhreviews2803 1 month ago
i recently moved to denver. could you tell me the name of the breeder here?
jayereel 1 month ago
This inspired me to make my cats a holey box. They loved it. Till they broke it. I have to make another one :S
Anyway, you're really creative in entertaining them. I get the feeling the little one is Miss Boss! XD
readingisin 1 month ago
kinda reminds me of when i was a small and used to play with my brothers. what a liberating feeling.
johnny45irish 1 month ago
you have beautiful bengals i like koru's markings
missyou14 1 month ago
2:01 "Come on."
333latino 1 month ago
my bengal cat takes a bigger teddy bear (bigger then him self) and dragging around it like a dog and jumps on the door when he wants out or in. and how he wakes up people he will bite u in your feets :P
losse1337 1 month ago
Aawwwh.. They're gorgeous!
By the way.. are they related, and if so, what kind of relation?
Arkanses 1 month ago
@Arkanses they are not related. Ukee is from a breeder in Denver, Koru is from a breeder in Las Cruses. But they are both tri color marble Bengals, so they do look like siblings. The give away is that Ukee comes from a family of white tummies, so have very white cheek pads and tummy while Koru does not. Koru some from a family with glitter. Also, to the touch they are much different, Ukee has kind of fluffy fur, and Koru is more mink-like
UkeeandKoru 1 month ago
he cute ^__^
Wazupman14 1 month ago
You love your cats and that is really evident through the work you've done in your house to provide fun for your bengals, as well at the attention you give! They are absolutely beautiful and perfect!
ekmacdonald 1 month ago
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ekmacdonald 1 month ago
your house is absolutely awesome
Badbro97 2 months ago
My Cat is a Bengal, her name is Amy...She is 3 months old
TheJamsTV 2 months ago
No life...
wow45usr 2 months ago
Absolutely stunning looking cats!
MoistPanty 2 months ago
Beautiful coat!!!
ZulMT86 2 months ago
Look at this cats coat.. jesus christ. what a gorgeous cat
WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWVWW 2 months ago
Such love and attention, these cats must want for nothing. I can see how much you love them. Bengals are very cheerful and playful cats, I would like to get one, but they need too much attention that I may not be able to give them. Maybe some day.
BiNeko 2 months ago
amazing house , lucky cats
filipfenix 3 months ago
Incredible cats, they look like the happiest cat I've seen, having hips of fun. You have created a house full of fun for them (I like the poles in the stairs the most, brilliant really).
Amazing glitter on both of them, lucky you. I WANT ONE (sadly I'm a student, they're a bit too expensive for me, for the moment .... )
Thimble007 3 months ago
that was cool
etipp283 3 months ago
your cats are lucky to have you as their owner. having watched this video i can tell that you love them and take the best care of them. there should be more people like you and the world would be a better place then. cheers
bellepauline 4 months ago
Ukee was definitely going to drop a steamy deuce in those folders.
george68022 4 months ago
Would you be willing to do a video of all the cat climbing posts like the one you have in the stars? I am looking for ideas for our 2 cats, and would be interested in what all you have done. I have built them 2 cat trees, which they love, but they want more I can tell
pheniox24 4 months ago
@pheniox24 I have posted pictures and some details on the bengalchatter blog. Google that blog, and once there search, "Customize your home for your cat" and you will see many peoples ideas including mine. I post under the same screen name there, "ukeeandkoru". Let me know if you need more info.
UkeeandKoru 4 months ago
Im thinking of possibly getting one and ive looked at the responsibilties, but ive hear they can grow to be agressive or just a bit meaner then other cats? other then that there beautiful cats and look like alot of fun.
aussiboi123 4 months ago
@aussiboi123 the opposite is true. Bengals are more family oriented and docile than most cats. They have a lot of energy to play games, but short of abuse it is IMPOSSIBLE to get them to lash out or be mean. In fact, Bengals have been specifically bred to be kind because of the concern that the wild coat origin would bring with it a less tame cat. So breeders have worked hard to select kind temperament family friendly cats. Check out the youtube video , "Ideal Companion: Bengal" for more info.
UkeeandKoru 4 months ago
@aussiboi123 I want to add to this because the reported "bengal aggression" being talked about currently may be because of how far down the line they have been bred to domestication. Be sure the Bengal you are looking into is actually an F5 or better if you get it from a breeder. It would mean that it is pedigreed through CFA and not necessarily TICA which allows for some breeds to be bred and sold practically just short of being wild animals. Those will need an exceptional amount of care.
YayHeaven 1 month ago
Wow you are a true cat person. Love the twine covered poles across the room they must love that :D
kittentailkim 4 months ago
The cat look like a snake.
alexianp 4 months ago
Great home... cat paradise!!!.. such beautiful babies, loved watching :D
lena13b 5 months ago
Is there a name for the pole/beams you have around the house? I have been looking for things like that so my cats can climb around more :).
ThatReptileDood 5 months ago
@ThatReptileDood all self-made. Check out my posting at the bengalchatter blog. Once there search "customize your home for your cats". There are several people there, and some detailed descriptions of several of my constructs.
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
@UkeeandKoru Ohh, cool.. Thanks for help :D
ThatReptileDood 5 months ago
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can someone check my video on my channel, because i dont know if i have a bengal cat or not loooool
MultiMAGICDAN 5 months ago
My cat died and was a pretty active one to... not like a kat I ever had. I liked it and want to buy a new one. The bengal cat should be pretty active and naughty in a good way is that true? And if I buy one what are the important things that I should keep in mind? And what's the average price?
janus1992able 5 months ago
@janus1992able $500-$750 for "pet grade" meaning they are fixed so you can't breed them and maybe the seller thought they were not showable. Ours are both "pet grade" and the prettiest we have seen. Look for a breeder working out of their home, a super clean home, living with a noisy environment so the cats are well adjusted. Super active, but not so naughty. They really like to please and be around. Do have lots to do, and two cats are better even if one is not a Bengal just for more play time.
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
I saw a man walking his female Bengal cat in the neighborhood one time. She was cooperative, but he had a leash attached to her. That was interesting. The man said that she's a Bengal, female, and she has a brother.
abysmalatrocious 5 months ago
@abysmalatrocious check out the youtube video "creek cross 6" (along with creek cross 1 thru 5) I have it in my favorite'd videos. Lady takes her Bengal on all sorts of hikes. amazing!
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
@UkeeandKoru Thanks! I just took a look. The moustachiaoed man with the pencil-thin moustache who was walking this female bengal kitten that I saw, had the EXACT same device on his bengal, as seen in Creek Cross 6. Must be pretty standard for people who own bengals?
abysmalatrocious 5 months ago
@abysmalatrocious a harness is good for walking cats, yes. More comfortable for the cat than a leash on a collar. Plus a collar is too easy for a cat to twist out of. And if you need to lift you cat or help get them out of a tree, a full harness is best.
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
Is this "So Much Time to Make Up" playing in the background?
abysmalatrocious 5 months ago
@abysmalatrocious Nope! This is from my real life CD bought in the 80's, The Penguin Cafe Orchestra song "The Ecstasy of Dancing Fleas"
it is available on I tunes, and it is also on youtube.
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
Your cats are beautiful and by looking at this video I'm sure you take great care of them :)
I also have 2 bengal males and they are really fun to be around
Also, I love the way you have set up your house
EuphoricElation92 5 months ago
Wonderful video :o), it realy shows how Bengals are :). Your home is a paradise for cats, found some new ideas to make mine more comfortable for my Bengals. Btw, @JlOlSlE mine are also live all day in the house ;) and at this time there are 14 with me ;), in two groups on two floors. The only things they destroy is paper that I forgot to put away ... and they are thiefes ;) or let us say they teach you to tidy up ;).
IngaleBengalcattery 5 months ago
I love bengal cats! =O
TheDragiix3 5 months ago
you cant have bengal cats inside home all day, they will destroy all
JlOlSlE 5 months ago
@JlOlSlE nothing destroyed yet after 7 years. I have a scratching post in most rooms, and climbing structures to burn off energy. The structures also give them some where high to watch the house or nap. And I play with them every morning and when I return from work, which they look forward to and expect of me. I spend hours a week training them as well. All Bengals take a lot of time, they are not a cat for a first time owner. If you keep their lives enriched they don't destroy anything.
UkeeandKoru 5 months ago
Very pretty cats .-)
Yatzhi 6 months ago
BEAUTIFUL!!! Just got my first half Bengal half Marble Seal Point Lynx. She has deep blue eyes which are rare I understand. She's three years old and does almost everything mentioned in your vid minus the awsome home=D
willkenplace52 6 months ago
are they both from the same litter/did you get them at the same time?
thanks, theyre great.
vals1289 6 months ago
@vals1289 Ukee is 6 and we got her at aspen gold Bengals near Denver for my 40th birthday. Koru is 4 an we got her at shere khan Cats in Santa Cruz. They are not related, but they are both tri-color marble Bengals, so they look very much the same. We call Koru the "brunette" because she is very dark. She has very rare glitter. Ukee we call the blonde because she is liter, but she also has the brightest white tummy I've seen and nice green eyes.
UkeeandKoru 6 months ago
I bought a kitten from a pet store that I swear was half Bengal. I called him Xena (due to his 'war cry'). Cat was my best friend. He was non stop action, loved playing a game called "Barbie shark". I'd take this cheap hollow plastic barbie and have her "distress" on top of the scratch post. Xena would come up like a shark, literally, and drag her to her dismembered "death" Rules were, if I didn't want a swat for defaulting that she had to be fully assembled and dressed for the next attack.
broot4u 6 months ago
Oh my those cats are amazing. but what's also amazing is your frigging house man juheez!!
devilchild94 6 months ago
What beautiful cats you have! I especially like the chase on the poles game! I love the additions to your home you have made for your kitties!
Thanks,
Nemera Bengals
nemerabengals 6 months ago
ur cat is mad pretty u should check my cannel i have one too its a short video and theres only one but shes funny
Rickyfffff 6 months ago
We just got a 3 year old bengal cat, and her previous home was a pet shop where she lived in a small cage her whole life. Now she barely moves around, much less jump, climb, and chase things. She's basically lost all her natural Bengal Cat agility and instincts. Any tips to regain them????
Datoberry 6 months ago
@Datoberry it will take time to get back in athletic shape. Provide her with her own opportunities during the day, like poles and shelves. She will like high shelves. Could just be a towel folded up on top of low or high dresser, if there is a way to get up in smaller jumps. Or it could be something you build/buy. Cats tend toward three options "bugs" like string toys, "mice" like small toy mice or krinckle balls, or "birds" like feather toys. See what you cat likes. Mostly spend time with her
UkeeandKoru 6 months ago
@UkeeandKoru Thanks for the tips and advice! I'll try my best to get her into shape (:
Datoberry 6 months ago
such a beautiful home
bockyhal 6 months ago
<3 your videos. I have watched them a dozen or so times & will continue to do so. :) I get my own Bengal kitten in October & by then I will have put shelves all along my walls & made him his own 'den' on top of my linen cupboard. What an inspiring video for me! :D I plan to use a few of your ideas, thanks. :)
WiccanWitchyMumma 7 months ago
Those cats are amazing.
I love the cat shelves in your home.
It's nice to see that these beautiful cats are well cared for.
SorcerersOrphan 7 months ago
It would be epic if there were 100 of them
mattatoehead123 7 months ago
What a gorgeous animal.
ShindenZero 7 months ago
This cat is awesome species,its like a "mini" puma.
is it possible to make a mini tiger cat?Oo
Kakashisd 7 months ago
The person who own the channel helped me alot last summer when i had my first bengal. He his super cool and all his tips was so helpful. Bengal need alot of attention and toys only are not enough. They want you to play with them. You realize after a year thats alot of time you need to spend wth your bengal. Thank god i work at home but make shure if you want a bengal that you have time to spend with him and make shure you not let 1 bengal alone all day long he will be depressed! Buy 2 or 0.
LikeTotallyRich 7 months ago 2
There so cool, is it the most playful cat or do they get boring when they get older
Oster910 7 months ago
@Oster910 most cats can be active at least to 12. But what happens is the owners get tired of inventing new games and creating enriching activities. So cat gets used to couch potato parents watching TV. But try this test: bring home a cardboard box, or a big pile of fabric, or some novel thing like that, maybe a bit of cat nip hidden under something, and pretty much any cat will be excited to explore and play. Bengals like all cats get a little less active, but if engaged they never get boring.
UkeeandKoru 7 months ago
Your cat's are beautiful and so funny to watch they love each other so much you can tell. You also made house so cat friendly and that shows how much you love them. Cat' can bring you so much happiness, I have two bobtail cat's and they do alot of the same things your cat's do so entertaining and it is wonderful to have great pet's that love us unconditionaly.
boopakaren 7 months ago
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boopakaren 7 months ago
Our bengal does the same things she plays with anything :D
your12Error 7 months ago
OMG ur cats r fuckin awesome!!!! where can i get a cat with a fur pattern like ur bengals???
idlh 7 months ago
@idlh Don't get a Bengal for their looks. They req a huge time commitment to enrich their lives; they are so energetic! We nick-named Koru "the cat who never sleeps" cause she always wants to play! Get a Bengal because you want a companion, their looks are a bonus. Find a breeder in your area and visit them. Ours are brown marbled, one with glitter, one with a white tummy. Marbles are rare, glitter even more so. Ours are "pet grade" meaning the breeder didn't want to show them so charged less.
UkeeandKoru 7 months ago
You have beautiful Cats and the perfect home for them :) Thanks for the ideas, especially the holey box, I will be making one very soon! Best wishes to you and your lovely cats :)
mikeplas2204 7 months ago
I have a bengal as well, this reminds me so much of her, the movements and mannerisms of this breed are unmistakeable. mine makes a very cute little whispering noise when it sees birds or other things outside.
PittsburghPenguins02 7 months ago
Your cat's are absolutely gorgeous! I am very jealous. I am now planning to get some Bengal cats at some point in the future :)
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Great video. You've built a very nice environment for your bengals.
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alexandria321 8 months ago
Like me, you probably have no kids. Do your cats fill a gap?
anthonylees 8 months ago
@anthonylees Well, I would not describe our childless-by-choice lifestyle as having a "gap": we fide richness in other endeavors than bearing children. But I understand your point. The cats are a wonderful part of our days and we care for them greatly.
UkeeandKoru 8 months ago 3
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haha, nice games, I will try to play some with my Bangal cat ... she can do the fetch too :)
SunflowerCake 8 months ago
what a cool home for these active kitties!
WesleyButtercup 8 months ago
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justinsawsome5546 8 months ago
Hi
I just wanted to ask a quick question - no doubt these are beautiful cats, but you have to let them go outside on occasions, how do you prevent random people stealing them?? Because I want to get a Bengal cat but this issue is scaring me off it a little bit...
yas78687 8 months ago
@yas78687 my mom wants one too. I didn't even think of this precaution.
Drewcifer6789 8 months ago
@yas78687 there is no reason a cat "has to go outside" if their home is enriching. Coyotes, raccoons, owls, cars, cat fights; all as dangerous as letting your kids play in the highway without knowing any better. But, yes, we do let our cats out onto an enclosed courtyard with cat fencing so they can smell the outside, watch birds, listen to the breeze. That does enthrall them, and they really do not need to roam freely outside any more than that.
UkeeandKoru 8 months ago 3
Besides of the fact that your cats are absolutely beautiful creatures, I recognized that your house is a paradise for cats! I hope you and Ukee and Koru will have many more years together.
flowiwama 9 months ago 19
I found a big cat one day with no collar or ID, somewhat underweight... He looks like he could be a Bengal? He's likes being around us now, because there's food. Even with there being food, he seems to prefer non cat food stuff. He's caught two birds so far that I know of. I saw him chase after one that flew right in front of him. I gave him a toy to play with, and he ate part of the toy! He loves when I play with him, and hold him now. I think he just needed someone to care for him.
bhav1110 9 months ago
@bhav1110 very nice!. Yes, I find that cats in the neighborhood are always so approachable. They really love to be around people. I find more dogs that just bark at people to go away. Especially if you found a cat in need I am sure he very much appreciates your attention and play. Do what you can to see if he has an owner, ask around, have the vet see if he has a chip. As much as he appreciates you, if he has a real owner he certainly loves and misses them.
UkeeandKoru 9 months ago
@UkeeandKoru I checked online to see if anyone is missing a kitty and I didn't see anything. I also look at flyers when I go to places that people will post. No luck. i think part of the reason why he came by was because of mating season. He may be the reason why two of my cats are expecting kittens. Not all my cats are fixed. Just one is fixed. One issue with sending him to the vet is- he's really scared to come inside my house. He was afraid at first, but then got used to contact at least.
bhav1110 9 months ago
@UkeeandKoru It kind of worries me, if maybe he experienced some sort of traumatic experience with being inside a house by the way he acts or if the issue he has with coming inside the house has to do with our dominant female cat being too territorial. I haven't seen him as often as I used to, which make me wonder even more where he came from. At least once a year I find a stray and end up keeping it. The dominant female cat was a teeny tiny kitten when we found her wandering in the barn.
bhav1110 9 months ago
@UkeeandKoru so we took her in. and she's doing great. The vet said she's healthy which is great news considering she is an indoor/outdoor cat. She's had one litter of kittens, and after that we got her fixed once the kittens were big enough to not be dependent on her for food, etc. We seem to think maybe she was just dumped somewhere. Sometimes people don't take care of their cats and just dump them... :( which is sad, because my road isn't really pet crossing friendly.
bhav1110 9 months ago
@UkeeandKoru One more thing I wanted to point out about the wild bengal like cat I found is- I think he has a serious problem with his eyes. It looks like it could be cataracts which really worries me if it effects his vision too much, he can go blind. I'd imagine surgery like that to fix that problem can cost a fortune which I don't have, because of college funds. i understand that bengal cats if breeded properly should be okay, and also Bengals tend to be more likely to have cataracts.
bhav1110 9 months ago
@bhav1110 I don't know that Bengals are susceptible to cataracts. If cataracts, it comes on slow and the cat will adapt, but best if cared for with food and safe bedding, and more inside than outside. Many cat owners of older cats eventually find their cat is more blind and it does not slow the cat down too much.
Most "foreign" cats are leery about going inside a strangers house; I doubt it is trauma, just a cat being naturally cautious.
UkeeandKoru 9 months ago
If I was a cat, I'd wanna live in your house ^_^
thedarkmongrel 9 months ago
That house in incredible.
Olysk8er 9 months ago
I love your videos! I just stumbled upon them in my quest to understand my Bengal a bit better (he is 5 and I adopted him a few months ago). He can be a handful (not the usual DSH), but I so adore him!
He plays similar games - it's so much fun watching your two darlings.
They definitely becomes "leopard-like" after dark!
We are their guardians....they own us ;)
enzodelicious 9 months ago
what did you pay for your bengal?
jgcane 9 months ago
@jgcane We got "pet grade" Bengals which means the breeder did not think they were show quality and required us to fix them. Maybe their tail is too long or ears to close, who knows; as far as I can tell they are some of the prettiest Bengal. Koru for sure with her glitter. Anyway, as pet grade we paid $500 for Ukee including her fix, and $750 for Koru and fixed her at our expense.
UkeeandKoru 9 months ago
@UkeeandKoru they are great cats i have one with very similar markings as the one at .49 i love it it runs wildly sleeps funny, plays a ton. tries to play with my calico tortoiseshell but she doesnt like that at all. they are great cats and these vids are great. do you still have these cats? or give them back after the fix?
jgcane 9 months ago
@jgcane Of course we still have them! They were fixed at about 12-16 weeks so we don't breed them. Most cat owners have cats who have been neutered/spayed; no one "gives them back". It is just a good practice to fix them unless you are breeding kittens. Ours are now 4 and 6 and they make our family complete!
UkeeandKoru 9 months ago
Watching them so fascinated with the toilet was hilarious!
artisanrox 10 months ago
what gorgeous splotchy spots!! ^_^
customcartoons 10 months ago
this is too adorable :) my bengal cat Simon loves doing all of these :) he looks sooo similar to your cat too!
lovey1278 10 months ago
Koru's 'Holey" box....I didn't know she was religious!!!
I so wanna bengal or two when I get a house....for now I have two tuxedo cats and a magpie kitty!
SuperServal 10 months ago
I've got a semi bengal and she loves a lot of the same games... :) More besides: "fishing" for toilet rolls in a full bath, stealing things and hiding them (she does the stealing/hiding), sweetie wrapper football, chasing toy on string gets her so excited she does forward rolls, etc... I want a full bengal now! I love how she chats (most of the time! LOL)
catlovingteacher 10 months ago
Where the best place to buy bengal kittens!!!!?!!!??
MrJoey2miles 10 months ago
@MrJoey2miles where are you located? Find a breeder who raises kittens in their own home. And that the home is super clean because colds and infections are very bad for kittens. It should also be very active and noisy. An active and noisy environment teaches a kitten to be tolerant and not to skittish.
UkeeandKoru 10 months ago
got some ideas for play time with my cat (maine coon) she also likes to play hide and seek (maybe your bengals would love it) putting toys under matts or towels and moving them, she has cracked it now and knows to life the matt :D
CowsAndCrows 10 months ago
I want to say thanks. I changed youtube account now but i remember when i got my bengal you told me everything i need to know for her. I want to say Thank you, you are verry cool! My bengal cat is doing verry well. 2nd time she have his "time" and i wonder if i should bring a male for her or just opt in for the sterelization. Please let me know and because of your vid i just make a new toy for her. She play with it and seems verry happy. Thank you :)
LikeTotallyRich 10 months ago
Outstanding video. I especially like the holey box.
twinlotus617 10 months ago
your house is so cat friendly .. :) love it ..
scgopgirl 11 months ago
Just got a Bengal semi-kitten (7 months). His temperament is amazing, and i could spend hours looking at his fur. It seems to glitter.
ThatGuyRandy 11 months ago
@ThatGuyRandy some bengals do have glitter, a rare feature where about 10% of their hairs are truly metallic. Google search "bengal chatter glitter what exactly does it look like" and then go to page 3 of that blog for some of my posts trying to describe and include pictures. It is very hard to photograph.
UkeeandKoru 11 months ago
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MrBaydock 11 months ago
you are the best cat owner in the world :')
stijnxd 11 months ago
what if it falls down and die
HaloSparta 11 months ago
I enjoyed your video, it was fabulous.:) I think they're lucky to have a devoted owner like yourself! I love all the shelving and cat posts you have set up... so neat! Your video makes me happy so thank you! My bengal is almost 6 months but already shes a cherished "child" haha Favourite game chase me, chase you... was just playing that game
XxXBlackRainbowXxX 1 year ago
Absolutely stunning cats. You must be so proud. And may I add they are so lucky to have you as their owner.
77Pandabear 1 year ago
check out my bengal videos :D
OscarTheCat10 1 year ago
I only play 1. It's called "World Domination"
MrBadSquirrels 1 year ago
I'm so getting a bengal when I move out of my parents house. They r amazing, I can't wait!
Question: Is two bengals recommended?
Scrumptiouscrayon 1 year ago
Haha! Will have to remember some of these for Cher! All she wants to do is play :)
CherTheBengal 1 year ago
Love it! We hide toys in the speaker, and other random places too! And we're planing on putting up shelves around the house her our Bengal to have some fun with :) Glad to see other people are just as into their animals as we are :)
princess0manderz 1 year ago
you're cats are so lucky to have you as an owner (:
CrisisCoreGirl 1 year ago
the table made out of the pool table was sick!
Goalie9117 1 year ago
my regular cat is going to have a great day, so many new ideas, thanks :)
galtzur21 1 year ago
@galtzur21 Ha! There are no "regular" cats. All cats become leopards after dark...
UkeeandKoru 1 year ago 19
@UkeeandKoru do Bengal cats ever get aggressive or angry with owners or house-guests? have you personally experienced either of these? are they, or can they be dangerous at all around children, such as wil they ever attack someone out of fear or anger?
slovakmath 11 months ago
@slovakmath Check out the youtube video, "Ideal Companion: Bengal". It is in my favorites if you can't find it. There is a good summary of temperament. In my experience, only mis-treated cats, or ferrel )cats left out in the wild) are aggressive. I see no cats as aggressive; when I walk thru neighborhoods it's the dogs that rush up to the fence attacking. The cats come out and hug your leg.
UkeeandKoru 11 months ago
@slovakmath Bengals are among the best temperament. You can teach them to play rough, but it is easy to train them not to bite or claw while playing. If you stop playing when a kitten gets too rough, they learn in a couple days to extend play time they need to be gentle. Having done so with ours it is nearly impossible to get them to claw even accidentally. They feather their claws without fail. Even at the vet when terrified, they cower and go limp, never do they lash out like some cats might
UkeeandKoru 11 months ago
@UkeeandKoru o...awesome... that was a good reference to the other video you provided. Ive always been curious about this issue...or rather non-issue thx for the info
slovakmath 11 months ago
my cat is going to have a great day toady, so many new ideas!! thanks:)
galtzur21 1 year ago
I am highly interested in getting bengals... I've wanted a cat and have spent much time researching what kind to get, and I just recently (like last night) came upon the bengals... and they are GORGEOUS! Your two are adorable and I would be willing to save up for such a special cat!
wesleyanne2007 1 year ago
@wesleyanne2007 check out the youtube video "perfect companion Bengal" if you can't find it, it is saved as one of my favorites. All cats are very special, whatever you get. Bengals, Abyssinian and others are very active and not for the feint of heart. Some say they are not "starter cats" since they demand a lot of your time. I do tell people to get a Bengal if you want an active friend and have the desire to spend time enriching their lives every day; not just because they are gorgeous.
UkeeandKoru 1 year ago
@UkeeandKoru You are right, and the research I've done on bengals thus far notes your points too. I do have the time and energy for them- my last pets were sugar gliders, another unique pet, and they required lots of time and lots of love too. So that would not be an issue for me. I can run and play with the best of them and come up with lots of fun to get into with them! I'll be sure to check out that video too! Thanks!
wesleyanne2007 1 year ago
Pretty house and kitties! -3
ashleyesthetics 1 year ago
Your cats are adorable, and your house is awesome.
DiosGX 1 year ago
By the way nice house I like the interior
Adictingtogo 1 year ago
I know huh v
Adictingtogo 1 year ago
11 people are dog owners... but their still looking at cat videos :-|
Desolatorx2 1 year ago
I love the butt wiggle!! ahah :D
Roflvideos22 1 year ago
my grandparents have a tiger/couger bengal and he is so funny
lewis2220 1 year ago
Your cats are beautiful :) I love the climbing thing on the stairs!
seamagic666 1 year ago
Beautiful video. Let me guess, you guys are in the music industry or something? This sounds like logic.
aaronwilliams4w 1 year ago
Wonderful movie!! You did a fantastic job putting it together. I recently lost my Bengal and I often watch this when I'm missing him.
harpmyday 1 year ago
@harpmyday I am glad you enjoy the videos, and they remind you of how your Bengal was.
UkeeandKoru 1 year ago
10 Dogs dislike this video. Thumbs up if you agree.
rangerman1012 1 year ago 3
The ice cubes reminded me of my old cat that would sit at the fish tank for hours with his paw in the air, trying to catch the fish, but he couldn't stand being wet so as soon as his paw touched the water, he would jump back like he was shocked and then sit there for 2-3 minutes drying his paw off before starting the whole process again
BroomeBlocker4 1 year ago
hey how much did you end of spending on your cat if you mind me asking and what is the average cost of one thanks
speeder741 1 year ago
@speeder741 ours were $500 + $750 for pet grade, meaning the breeder felt they would not win shows, and they're required to be fixed so as not to compete with the breeder. We been to shows and Koru could definitely win, just not our thing. Maybe the breeders just need to make a sale sometimes and we lucked out. Ukee for $500 included the fixing, Koru's fix we paid for separately.
Breeding grade would be $1,500 or so.
UkeeandKoru 1 year ago
@1:40 "i really cant seem to find the file. I think Ishould keep looking."
boknrd 1 year ago
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Ha! Yes, whenever I open the drawer and leaf thru for something, Ukee jumps up and wants to be involved and "help". Just like a Bengal to engage in any chore or whatever their owners are doing!
UkeeandKoru 1 year ago
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Man, your cats have it made. Lovely.
proposals 1 year ago
All the 9 dislikes are dogs lovers
alex189100 1 year ago
A good bengal is the cure for any depression =P
Serostern 1 year ago
A suggestion: Maybe instead of the flushing toilet, a little fountain that recycles the water. I think the kitties may find it just as amusing.
elainebmack 1 year ago
Such beautiful and lucky kitties they are to have such an attentive and loving owner like you. Your house is such an ideal habitat, with so many interesting and amusing places and activities for them. I miss having cats around. We grew up with many cats, most of whom were born and died at our home after long and happy lives. When I finally settle down in a couple of years I will get cats again. They make a house a home. Thanks for sharing.
elainebmack 1 year ago
even for bengals, your cats are asolutely gorgeous
KingSlimjeezy 1 year ago
they are beautiful....they look like hard work, entertainment wise
M0ntaroo 1 year ago
Can they live with regular house cats?
lizziewaslike 1 year ago