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History & Origin: This breed started when American Burmese cat breeder, Niki Horner, set out to create a mini black panther. In 1953, she bred a black American Shorthair to a sable colored Burmese. Years of careful breeding produced the Bombay we see today.
Character & Temperament: Because of their Burmese heritage, Bombays exhibit a similar temperament. They are quiet by nature, but are happiest when in the company of their family and do not like to separated from them for long periods of time. They generally get along well with other cats and dogs and are patient with children. Playful and affectionate, this breed has a quiet, pleasant voice, although they are seldom very vocal.
Color: Bombays are jet-black to the roots. A kitten's coat may be initially lighter, but should darker with age.
Coat Type: Shorthair; Bombay's coats have a satin-like texture and a high, glossy sheen.
Grooming: They are easy to care for and require very little grooming. Stroking the cat regularly will keep its jet-black coat shiny and glossy. Claws should be trimmed and ears cleaned only when necessary.
Health Considerations: This is basically a healthy breed, but can carry some genetic defects similar to those found in their Burmese heritage. Some lines can be susceptible to heart, skull and spinal defects. Bombays can also be prone to tearing of the eyes.
Trivia: Because of its glossy coat and coppery eyes, Bombays have been referred to as 'the patent-leather kid with the new penny eyes.' Bombays are bred with one another and also with Burmese.
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04/04/2006
Thanks for this information - now I know what I have! A jet black cat with beautiful golden eyes adopted me about two years ago and I've fallen madly in love with her - she's my bedfellow. Her former owner (whoever that was) had her neutered and her front paws declawed, but she has no trouble climbing trees in my yard. She's also a good mouser - I live in the country and have plenty of rats for her to catch. I never knew cats could be so loving until Miss Kitty decided to make me her new mistress.
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