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We are registered with The Southern Africa Cat Council as well as The Cat Association of Southern Africa and we are members of the The Northern Cape / Free State Cat Club.
We feed and recommend Hill’s and are members of the Hill’s Breeders Association.
Available Kittens
Should you wish to make a La Belle Vie Bengal kitten part of your family, your kitten will be registered with the Cat Association of Southern Africa (CASA) and receive a five-generation pedigree detailing lineage and bloodlines.
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The Breed
About Bengals
Type & Standard
The Bengal is a medium to large, well-muscled cat most renowned for its richly coloured, highly contrasted coat of vivid spots or distinctive marbling. The Bengal is the only domestic cat breed that can have rosettes like wild cats. Some Bengals have “glitter” or “glister” – a sparkle at the tips of the hairs visible when the light catches them. Their pelt-like plush coat is like no other domestic cat. Ranging from rabbit-like softness to the resilience of the densest hand-tied rug, the Bengal fur is an unexpected treat.
Our Programme
The various unique Bengal colours are a particular passion of ours, and so we breed brown, silver, all three varieties of snow (snow lynx, snow mink and snow sepia), as well as all varieties of charcoal Bengals. Being one of only two breeders of charcoal Bengals in South Africa, in order to promote these fantastic colours and make sure that our cats conform well to breed standard, we show our cats regularly in Kimberly, and occasionally in other parts of the country too.
History
In 1963, Jean S. Mill crossed the domestic cat with the Asian Leopard Cat, a spotted, five to twelve pound, shy non-domestic cat species from Asia. This was the first effort to use hybrid offspring to create a breed of domestic cat with the loving nature of the best fireside tabby and the striking look of Leopards, Ocelots and Jaguars. The modern Bengal breed traces to cats bred by Mrs. Mill in the early 1980’s.
Temperament
The charm of the Bengal personality may only be eclipsed by its beauty. Bengals are generally talkative, confident and devoted companions. They get along well with other pets when properly introduced and enjoy being part of a family. Active and interactive, Bengals are curious and athletic and maintain a kitten-like energy and attitude well into their senior years. These affectionate cats engage their owners in play, learn tricks, learn house-rules, or just like to be close.
Our Pride
Our Beautiful Cats
Our breeding cats regularly undergo veterinary health exams and have been tested negative for genetic diseases such as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and pyruvate kinase deficiency (PKDef).
Shaman
Garra de Kato Shaman of La Belle Vie (IMP RUSSIA)
Blondie
Divandri Blondie of La Belle Vie
Male Snow Lynx Rosetted Bengal
Ruby
Garra de Kato Ruby of La Belle Vie
Sabrina
Garra de Kato Sabrina of La Belle Vie
Zoe
Bloupunt Bengals Zoe of La Belle Vie
Lacey
Silversnowstar Lacey of La Belle Vie (IMP RUSSIA)
Rosalie
Goldnglitz Rosalie of La Belle Vie (IMP UK)
More About
Our Adoption Process
Adoption Fee
Adoption fees depend on colour and pattern. A 10% discount is applicable for owners adopting two kittens together, returning kitten owners and kittens going to show homes. Please contact us for a breakdown of our fees.
Holding Fee
Once kittens have had their first vet visit and are deemed to be in good health by our vet, approved families will be required to pay a 10% holding fee. The remainder of the fee is payable at the time of collection or delivery of your kitten.
Included
Our kittens leave at 12 weeks of age fully vaccinated, health checked at least twice by our vet, spayed/neutered and sent to their new homes with a kitten starter pack containing samples of their food and some of their favourite toys.
Kittens can also be microchipped by request at an additional small fee.
Progress
Kittens are raised in our home and until they leave for their forever homes you will receive regular updates and photos regarding their progress and development. Should you wish to be added to our waiting list, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Get In Touch
Contact us to find out more about our cats and kittens. We would love to hear from you!
Phone Number: +27 84 764 4230
Email Address: info@bengalkittens.co.za
