Bombay

Mini "panther" — jet-black coat, copper eyes and a Burmese-like devoted nature.

GroupShort Hair
OriginUnited States
Weight3.5–5 kg
Height20–25 cm
Lifespan12–18 years
Energy level
Trainability
Grooming needs
Good with kids
Good with other pets
Hypoallergenic
Watchdog instinct
Novice-owner OK

The Bombay was created in 1950s America by crossing American Shorthairs with sable Burmese, with the goal of producing a domestic "miniature panther". Glossy jet-black coat, vivid copper eyes, and the intensely affectionate Burmese temperament.

Temperament

Outgoing, affectionate, playful, vocal. Excellent with children and other pets.

Exercise needs

Moderate. Play and climb.

Grooming

Short coat, weekly brush. The coat famously has a patent-leather shine.

Common health issues

Same risks as Burmese parents: cranial deformity, hypokalaemia, glaucoma, diabetes.

👍 Best for

Families, multi-pet homes, indoor-only households.

👎 Not best for

Owners wanting an aloof cat.

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Burmese

Sweet-natured, dog-like cat. Affectionate and people-oriented.

Tonkinese

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American Shorthair

America's working cat. Sturdy, healthy, easy-going, brilliant with families.

Siamese

Talkative, intelligent, intensely bonded. The vocal aristocrat of the cat world.
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