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History

In the USA the Bombay Cat refers to a black Burmese that has resulted from a hybrid that was deliberately bred between a sable-brown Burmese and a black American Shorthair to resemble a wild panther.  The name Bombay was taken from the city of Bombay in India to honor the native wild cousin.  It is slowly being accepted internationally.

Type and characteristics

Head

Medium rounded. The head should have a good width between the ears, the nose is black. Moderate to visible stop in profile.

Ears

Medium sized and set apart on a rounded skull, broad at the base with slightly rounded tips.

Eye

The eyes should be set wide apart. Golden to deep copper in color.

Body and Legs

Body is elegant, medium type cats, well muscular appearance.  Paws pads are black. Legs in proportion to body. Five toes in front, four in back.

Tail

Straight elegant tail, medium length, medium thickness.

Coat

Coat is black,. it always displays a thick, shiny, solid coat; no other colors or patterns are permitted. The eyes shine in a coppery or golden shade.

Temperament

Outgoing, friendly sociable cat. Leash friendly, likes to fetch and guard. Hardy and less vocal than the Burmese.

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More Breed Descriptions on the Net

CFA Breed Profile: Bombay
CFA Breed Standard: Bombay
TICA Breed Standard: Bombay
(CCA CFA Canada) Bombay
CFA Breed Profile: Bombay

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