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Can anyone stop my young Bengal attacking my Ragdoll?

post #1 of 8
4/29/11 at 4:32am
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Hi all,

I have a 1 year old Bengal boy called Stan. He is very cute but like most Bengals very naughty. I also have a beautiful timid Ragdoll called Ollie, he is eight years old.

The cats do get on but the bengal does get very rough with the ragdoll and makes him quite unhappy as he never gets any peace.

Does anyone out ther have any useful tips.... I really dont want to punish the Bengal because I'm sure he is doing what come natural and only playing. I am however becoming very concerened about my ragdoll.

Kindest regards

Colin
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post #2 of 8
4/29/11 at 6:20am
Is your Bengal neutered? If not, you should get that done promptly. I would give the 8 year old mellow cat his own room and let him have his peace. Two cats with such drastic opposite temperments together is never a good idea for instant friendship. It is going to take some time and the Bengal isn't naughty. He's active as is this breed. They need to mentally and physically stimulated every day or they become bored. Bored cats attack things, they pounce, they play, they knock things over. I feel sorry for your Ragdoll in a senior state he deserves to grow older in peace.
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post #3 of 8
4/29/11 at 1:43pm
I agree, Bengals are just a very active breed at one of the most active periods in its life, while Ragdolls are more sedate and is older to boot.

Ive heard that outdoor enclosures w/ little kitty doors leading to them from the house with lots to jump, climb, and entertain is great for Bengals if you have the means.

Alternatively, perhaps adding another bengal to the house of similar age might be the answer. They would direct their attention towards each other, and I'm thinking the Ragdoll would just end up ignored which it would likely much prefer.
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post #4 of 8
4/29/11 at 1:51pm
Hello and welcome to the site. They first of all far apart in age and the younger kitten will outdo the older cat anyday. Adding another older, energetic cat/kitten might help this situation. Second, I agree with the above. Bengal - very, very active, smart and mischievious. Ragdolls - very, very laid back, calm and loving. I think you will be hard-pressed expecting this pair to get along. Extra time needs to be spent expending your Bengal's energy everyday. I agree with Hissy that the Ragdoll will need somewhere safe to go when he wants to get away from your Bengal. Much luck with this situation
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post #5 of 8
4/29/11 at 3:24pm
I agree that adding another young cat would probably help, so they could play together and leave the older cat alone. It doesn't have to be another Bengal (if finances don't allow for the purchase of another purebred), although that would probably be best. An active domestic shorthair around 6-12 months old would be fine if their personalities were well-matched.

Ragdolls have had all defensive instincts bred out of them, while Bengals are very close to their wild state. I can't think of a worse match of purebreeds, honestly.
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post #6 of 8
4/29/11 at 3:44pm
If you can't get another kitten (which would be the best idea IF you could afford it) think about a cat wheel or building an enclosure with a lot of platforms etc for the cat to get on. Please understand that your Ragdoll is more than likely stressed (even though they are very low-key) stress is the number one factor in dozens of health issues with cats. He should be your first concern as he was there "first." I agree with Willowy, it is the worst match imaginable as far as purebreeds go.
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post #7 of 8
5/4/11 at 3:25am
Thread Starter 
Hi everyone.

Thanks for taking the time to reply and thanks for your advice.
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post #8 of 8
5/4/11 at 5:29pm
Your so welcome . I sure hope things will work out with the cats. Let us know, we care
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