|
Bombay Cat Characteristics
The Bombay is jet black, sleek, shiny, and exotic, with amazing
copper eyes. Being a hybrid of the Burmese and American Shorthair,
the Bombay does have some characteristics of both parent breeds,
but they also have their distinct characteristics. The Bombay is
a solid, muscular, medium-length cat. Their head is rounded, with
wide set eyes, and they have a sweet expression. Bombay eyes range
from gold to copper, the more copper the better.
The Bombay’s ears are set wide apart and tilt forward slightly,
and the tips of the ears should be slightly rounded. The Bombay
nose should have a slight break when viewed from the side, but should
not be pug nosed by any means. Their coat should be short with very
fine, silky hairs. This lends to the glossy coat that they are known
for. Overall, the Bombay should appear very well balanced
Bombay Cat Temperament
Bombay kitties are very smart and energetic and learn games and
tricks easily. They are calm, friendly, and affectionate but prefer
to be Top Cat around the house. Bombays will talk to you, some more
so than others. They do like to be involved in whatever you are
doing just because they enjoy your company. The Bombay is a very
playful breed. If you are interested in a cat that will go on walks
with you, the Bombay is often successfully leash trained!
Bombay Cat Health and Care
Bombays are very low maintenance cats, shedding very little even
with the changing of the seasons. Occasional brushing is enjoyed,
and bathing isn’t needed very often unless he’s going to be shown.
Many breeders smooth and shine their Bombay with a chamois cloth.
The Bombay has a healthy appetite, and their food should be high
quality and monitored. Most can be free fed without getting overweight.
It is important to note that some Bombay bloodlines carry a genetic
defect called Craniofacial Defect, which is a malformation of the
skull. Many kittens have to be put down once they are born. If planning
to breed Bombay cats, one must be prepared for and able to deal
with this occurrence. Some say that the Australian Bombay doesn’t
carry this genetic defect and are healthier cats. Though outcrossing
is still allowed to Burmese and American Shorthairs, some registries
no longer allow outcrossing to the American Shorthair.
|
