How to Identify a Bombay Cat

Bombay cats are also called parlor panthers. They are often described as exotic in appearance and are very similar to their wild namesakes. Bombay cats originated from the American Shorthairs and Burmese breeds. They were bred specifically to achieve the all-black look they have today.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Check out the color. Bombay cats are black. They do not have any color variations on their fur. At times the kitten will have a sable coloration, which will fade by adulthood.

2. Pay attention to the coat. The fur on this breed is short and glossy.

3. Pick up the cat. Bombay cats are often slender and muscular and are surprisingly heavy for their appearance. They tend to have long torsos, which accentuates the sleek form.

4. Evaluate the facial features. The face should be rounded with a short but not snubby-looking nose.

5. Look her in the eyes. This breed has large and wide-set eyes, which vary in color from gold to copper.

Tips & Warnings

• Bombay cats are very playful. They want to participate with humans in games like fetch.
• The Bombay cat is also inquisitive. It digs through drawers and purses. Having extra toys around to help the cat occupy itself and reduce the chance of invasion into small spaces.
• Petting helps keep Bombay coats shiny.
• A complete and balanced diet will keep energy levels up and keep coat gloss high.
• This breed of cat known for living compatibly with both dogs and children.
• Bombays are known for being attention seekers and dominating other breeds of cats.

[ralph23]

on 3/22/2009 Nice article. Also worth noting is the Bombay cat eye color. American Bombays tend to have orange-colored eyes while British Bombays have more of that traditional green/copper color.I also want to stress the point that Bombay cats are sleek black. Not color variations. (They were meant to look like black panthers.)- - -http://MyBombayCat.com