BENGAL CAT BREEDERS

BENGAL CAT BREEDERS

WORLD-CLASS BENGAL KITTENS

20 years of Bengal cat breeding background

PIXIE CAT WILL HAVE HER FIRST LITTER WITH SNOWS THIS SPRING! Due Date is April 3rd, 2025. Now accepting waiting list deposits.

Sire: Tony Montana Dam: PixieCat

Pixie's litter due april 3 2025

Yin's litter due april 10 2025

Yang's litter due april 17 2025

EXPERIENCE THE DEFINITIVE QUALITIES OF A BENGAL CAT

Many new owners and new breeders sum up the Bengal cat in similar ways but what makes the Bengal cat unique among felines?

Routine terms like confident and energetic are tossed around often. While true, these things can said about almost every breed. If you are considering a Bengal cat for a pet, here is what you need to know. They are almost always talkative to a point of demanding. Bengals are hyper-confident. Training them is easy, but start early for the best results. 

Once they experience the outdoors, they will demand it. Your Bengal will attempt to get out and most often meow heavily at the door to be let out. Make this decision early as to if you will have an indoor and outdoor Bengal. In addition, indoor Bengal cats are very active and playful to a point you really must have the time to give them. Take this characteristic seriously before making the decision to own one. 

Bengals have a coat that is unlike other cats because they are pelted. It’s not just a claim, the proof stems from their single coat. Since they don’t have an undercoat they shed very little. It makes them a somewhat easier cats to own in terms of house cleaning. It doesn’t make them hypoallergenic. Yet, that trait does make them considerably easier to own around members of the family with cat allergies. Another unique item of note is that due to sporadic hollow shafts of hair, they have what’s known as ‘glitter’. The hairs produce an appearance of gold sprinkled across their coat. 

Bengal cats have many dog-like qualities that manifest more often in their breed than in most other breeds. As you explore our site, you’ll gain a true perspective of what the Bengal cat experience is really like. 

THE BENGAL CAT IN BRIEF

The Bengal cat is a breed of domestic cat that was developed to resemble the wild Asian leopard cat. The breeding program that created the Bengal cat began in the 1960s, when Jean Mill, an American breeder, crossed a domestic cat with an Asian leopard cat. 

The goal was to create a domestic cat with a wild and exotic appearance, but with a gentle disposition. Over the years, Bengal cats were further developed by several other breeders and they were first recognized as a breed by The International Cat Association (TICA) in 1983. 

Today, Bengal cats are known for their distinctive coat patterns, which resemble those of wild cats, and their playful and energetic personalities. The breed has become increasingly popular in recent years and is now recognized by most major cat registries worldwide.

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Our 2025 Stud

OUR BENGAL STUD

Iconic Hero

Iconic Hero. He’s the son of Enferno and PixieCat. He’s a smart (very smart), and low key Bengal boy. He’s super friendly and patient as can be with kids. 

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BENGAL KITTEN TOUR

BENGAL KITTEN TOUR

What do the Bengal kittens we produce look like? See for yourself! In this short video you’ll see examples of the markings visible on kittens that are only four weeks of age. You’ll also see how at this young age they are already socialized and exhibit confident behavior that makes for a great family member. You may also note the kittens are raised underfoot, in a clean home environment. 

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ABOUT ICONIC BENGAL CAT BREEDERS

ABOUT ICONIC BENGAL BREEDERS

My name is Lars Hindsley. In my youth I bred Bengal cats for twelve years. My love for the breed led me into breeding filails.

I was originally operating a cattery under the name Defiant Breeders. It was my way of issuing a proclamation to the industry that there was a new way of treating buyers. Provide a family member. Provide a cat with no social issues at all.

You see for too long, breeders focused so well on the design and look of a Bengal, few cared to invest the time to raise the kittens underfoot.

My team was small. I held the line at seven cats. I’d most often be at four. Some of my best memories are of my F2, Enigma, and even my SBT boy, NEO.

Divorce lead to what seemed like early retirement from breeding Bengal cats.

I became a full-time single father of two. It seemed my life as a breeder was long behind me.

It’s years later, and my love for the Bengal breed remains.

I’m back.

My name is Lars Hindsley. Years ago I bred Bengal cats for twelve years. My love for the breed led me into breeding filails.

I was originally operating a cattery under the name Defiant Breeders. It was my way of issuing a proclamation to the industry that there was a new way of treating buyers. Provide a family member. Provide a cat with no social issues at all.

You see for too long, breeders focused so well on the design and look of a Bengal, few cared to invest the time to raise the kittens underfoot.

My team was small. I held the line at seven cats. I’d most often be at four. Some of my best memories are of my F2, Enigma, and even my SBT boy, NEO.

 

You see for too long, breeders focused so well on the design and look of a Bengal, few cared to invest the time to raise the kittens underfoot.

A divorce lead to what seemed like early retirement from breeding Bengal cats.

I became a full-time single father of two. It seemed my life as a breeder was long behind me.

It’s years later, and my love for the Bengal breed remains.

I’m back.

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OUR MAIN TEAM MEMBERS

OUR MAIN TEAM MEMBERS

Are you looking for the perfect pet for your family? Look no further than the Bengal cat! With their striking coat pattern and playful personalities, Bengals are not only beautiful but also highly intelligent and affectionate making them the perfect addition to any household. 

Bengals, however, have a wild heritage which makes them natural hunters and explorers, they tend to channel their energy in a playful and interactive way, making them the perfect companions for children and adults alike. They are highly trainable and love to learn new tricks, which can provide endless entertainment for the whole family.

A Bengal cat is the best pet for families. They bring not only beauty but also love, excitement, and entertainment to your home. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own a Bengal cat — they’ll be the perfect addition to your family.

We are small. By choice.  You win.

Yin of Iconic: Female Silver Marble Bengal

YIN

QUEEN
Silver Marble
Yang of Iconic: Female Silver Marble Bengal

Yang

QUEEN
Silver Marble

PIXIECAT

QUEEN
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Iconic Hero: Traditional Bengal markings. Brown coat, black spots.

HERO

STUD
Kind and docile to a fault. Excellent contrast.

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CATTERY VISITING HOURS

These are general cattery visiting hours. We can of course accept visitors by appointment to accomodate special needs. Simply call first to establish if we can see you during unscheduled visiting hours. Our number is NOT a cell phone, so don’t attempt to text. Call (302) 832-9700 and please be respectful of what time of day you call. Calling up until midnight and after 7:00 AM is acceptable. 

Monday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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