My Checklist for Buying a Bengal Cat

Vaccination certificates (breeder to supply)

Worming certificates, (breeder to supply)

Pedigree registration papers (breeder to supply)

Insurance certificates (breeder to supply)

Keep in touch with your breeder.

Contact breed clubs for a list of reputable breeders.

Visit more than one breeder to give you more idea of what Bengal kittens and adults look like, and what are the differences between different breeders’ cats.

Buy from a breeder that you feel comfortable with and whose advice you value.

Your breeder should act as your mentor whilst your new Bengal is settling in and will be able to help with any problems that might arise.

Always get to meet kittens and their parents to evaluate their character before making a purchase, as you would any other cat.

LOOK FOR: friendly, outgoing, busy and active, like being picked up & stroked, well socialised, healthy, shiny fur, clean bottoms, bright eyes.
No runny eyes or noses, or pot bellies. Some cats/kittens will be asleep!

At 3 to 4 weeks-some kittens are very curious about people and will stay and watch what I am doing. Some may be a bit standoffish but with more handling and petting they come around very easily.

I start touching them at 3 or 4 days so by this age they know my smell.

There shouldn't be any hissing or cowering in the corners.

NEVER get a Bengal that shows a tendency to bite or come at you with claws - kittens that are mouthy-ones that shows aggression.

The most adventurous can also be the one that continues to get into everything. This kitten can also be the most bull-headed so be ready to be stern and consistent with training. If this kitten is allowed to have it's own way it can be like a smart and spoiled child that is unmanageable.

Ask about genetic problems with each parents bloodlines and the name of another  breeder who would concur with your breeder's answer.

The "fuzzies" at worst at about 10 weeks & past fuzzy stage at around twelve weeks

see kittens (or a photograph) at an earlier age, between two to six weeks to see what the adult markings will be like.

no ticked coat

Long hair, locket and tail faults are OK for me but not for show cats.

Buy from a breeder whom most other breeders speak highly of.

Don't buy from a breeder that criticises all the other breeders. 

Buy from a breeder you instinctively trust - deep down in your gut.