Bombay
The Bombay Cat or Black Solid Asian breed is recognised by the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in the UK. Initially bred to mimic a panther, the Bombay Cat has a glossy jet black coat and expressive gold eyes. It is medium sized and well built with a triangular shaped head. The Bombay Cat has a distinct tail that ends with a rounded tip.
Other Names
Black Burmese
Country of Origin
Britain & USA
Colour
Jet black with a dark brown or black nose and eye rims.
Cost
Size
Medium
Health
An annual health check is recommended from around eight years. Otherwise, the Bombay Cat is similar to the Burmese in that it is a sturdy breed with few health issues.
Life Span
12-16 years
Intelligence
They are very curious and are able to be trained to play fetch.
Suitability (Children)
Low
Feeding
As a spirited cat, the Bombay requires 80 kilocalories of food per kilo of bodyweight.
Feeding Cost
Hair Shed
Little
Ailments
An annual health check is recommended from around eight years. Otherwise, the Bombay Cat is similar to the Burmese in that it is a sturdy breed with few health issues.
Grooming Requirements
Any hair shedded can be removed every now and then with a rubber curry brush. The Bombay will need to be bathed monthly.
The Bombay is a hybrid of the Black American Shorthair and Sable Burmese Cat. Nikki Horner of Kentucky developed this breed until she was left with a jet black cat with gold eyes. They were named after the black leopards of Bombay, India. This mischievious breed was recognised in 1970 by the Cat Fanciers’ Assocation and were later permitted to compete, with the first Bombay Cat winning a national championship class in 1982.
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