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Bombays are the ultimate black cat. Their glossy coat is paired with a set of golden saucer-like eyes, earning the breed its nickname “the patent leather kid with the new penny eyes.” Aside from its exotic looks, the Bombay is an endearing, playful, and agreeable feline.
The lively and affectionate Bombay loves people and is adaptable to many different environments and lifestyles. His calm nature makes him a good apartment dweller, and he is amenable to life with other pets, although he definitely wants to be a top cat.
If you’re thinking about bringing a Bombay cat into your life, here’s what you need to know.
Bombay cats have a “wild” side.
Much like the Savannah cat or the Bengal cat, the Bombay was bred with the goal of producing a domestic feline with a feral appearance. American breeders crossed sable Burmese with black American Shorthair cats to achieve Bombay’s exotic panther-like look. Their wild cat sway and striking appearance have earned them the nicknames the “mini-panther” and the “parlor panther.”
They aren’t from Bombay.
The origins of this breed are credited to American breeder, Nikki Horner, who wanted to develop a domestic breed that resembled a black leopard. Ms. Horner began this project in the 19 50s, and the first successful hybrid kitten was born in 19 65. Horner named the breed “Bombay” because it resembled the black leopards of that exotic port town in India. Bombays are recognized as an official breed by both the Cat Fanciers’ Association and the International Cat Association.
Bombays are social butterflies.
Aptly nicknamed “velcro cats,” Bombays tend to keep close to their beloved owners. They will seek their owner’s attention and have been known to follow their favorite human from room to room. They’re particularly good with strangers. You won’t find these cats dashing to hide under the bed when company arrives. They’re likely to greet you, and anyone else, with a warm welcome at the front door. These highly social cats hate to be left alone for long periods of time, and they’re prone to loneliness and depression if left in solitude for too long. This, unfortunately, can lead to destructive behavior. If you’re away at work all day, leave plenty of toys for your kitty to enjoy as well as a scratching post.
They have a bossy streak.
The Bombay is an easygoing and tolerant cat who takes life as it comes. He enjoys greeting visitors and gets along well with children, dogs, and other cats, although he will expect to be the one in charge. Make no mistake, Bombays like to be in charge. Although these friendly felines usually get along with other cats and dogs, a Bombay cat prefers to rule the roost.
Bombay cats enjoy “burrowing”.
In blankets, that is. These sleek kitties are habitual heat-seekers. It’s not uncommon to find a Bombay resting peacefully near any heat source. They love to curl up on a sunny window ledge for warmth, or even better, on top of their human. It’s not unusual to find a Bombay nestling in a pile of laundry or underneath the covers of your bed. This is the perfect arrangement for pet owners who enjoy snuggling up with their animals at bedtime. Just be careful when you get into bed, there could be a kitty hiding beneath your comforter.
American Bombays are different from British Bombays.
American and British breeders took different approaches to the creation of their mini panthers. American Bombays was achieved by crossing a sable Burmese with a Black American Shorthair, whereas British breeders paired Burmese cats with black domestic cats. The two breeds are similar, but the main distinction lies in their eyes. American Bombays sport gold or copper eyes while British Bombays’ eyes are often green.
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Thanks for sharing! Looks like the Bombay is for me
I have one a beautiful Bombay black cat name Ebony now 6 years old & loveable
I'm pretty sure I have a Bombay kitty that was running loose in my neighborhood. It was skittish for awhile, but I won its trust and now will come when I call her or she hears my voice. I call her Bagheera. I can pick her up, pet, rub, brush her and she will follow me around the culdesac and if I walk over to someone's house she is right there guarding me. She has a black nose, toe beans, whiskers and is heavier than she appears and she absolutely looks like a mini panther! 😉
Bombay cats are absolutely my favorite cats! They are so social and love interacting with people compared to other breeds. They’re like a dog. Rarely ever annoyed for being picked up or pet on. They love to keep close to you, and always have this soulful, earthy demeanor to them. Not at all unsocialable.
I have a bond bay kitten how can I tell when he's likely to become aggressive with me because sometimes I can pet him and even pick him up but sometimes when I try he attacks me
I have a Bombay mix. Mostly black with a little white belly. She’s not shy around people. But she only likes me and no one else. She’s a bit feisty around others. But always in control and bossy.
We found a beautiful black male kitten at our farm and he looks JUST like this. And he came right up to us even though he was emaciated and had clearly been alone for a long time Bell12895 now he’s huge and so loving! Could he be a Bombay?
Black cat is beautifully unique and lovely 😍
I adopted bombay cat 8 months ago and she's really wild she loves to play a lot and she wants attention all the time but she's so smart and she hates being alone at home.
Does anyone have suggestions on most quiet cat breeds? (I know the cat’s breed doesn’t entirely define the cat)
Love these cats
My Bombay boy showed up in my yard as a baby and has tried not to leave my side in the 5 years since. He does follow me from room to room, but he hates strangers. Tends to jump out at them and try to give them heart attacks. He loves my bf and daughter, but he definitely chooses to be my cat
My boy is over 20 pounds. Looks like a panther and built like a pit. He’s starting to get old. When he goes I wouldn’t consider any other breed. He’s the best cat Ive ever seen.
Hey, I have a black cat who looks and acts a lot like a bombay but her eyes are green. Can bombays have green eyes? I always hear they distinctly have copper eyes.
My bombay is weird beacause 5 years ago he came in are house when he was a kitten
I just realized I have a British Bombay…we call Nori our velcro cat. She's our snuggle panther. She plays fetch for hours, is an effective furry alarm clock and is very talkative with my hubby and I. Anyone who wants a fuzzy shadow and purry lap purr machine, I highly recommend this kitty…the absolute sweetest with our Angora…who she will groom one minute, then play chase me with the next…they were instant friends.
I want a black cat who loves to cuddle talkative as I have a lot of physical mental emotional spiritual health issues such as
Severe Anxiety
Severe Depression
CPTSD
Autism
Learning disabilities
I'm very socially awkward
I have degenerative disc disease with osteophytes bone spurs rubbing grating together and crumbling
In my lower back hips knees ankles
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Sciatica herniated disc
Fibromyalgia ME
Which is widespread muscleoskeletal excruciating agony
24/7
Celiac disease
Autoimmune disorders
CFS
Brain Fog
IBS
Memory loss
So any cat who is affectionate
Has to be solid black
Orange or brown black eyed
Is talkative
Doesn't shed much
I have the best Bombay cat❤️🥰🥰 lord thank you
My Bombay lays on my croch. Like WTF
I have a mini panther, his name is Rip and he’s mah boy!!
My Bombay waits until I am resting and jumps on me to sleep. It’s so freaking cute but if you aren’t use to that you won’t like it. Salem is amazing and I am glad she is in my life.
I’ve had a British Bombay for 3 months and I’m always mellow and kind towards it and it has never laid on my lap. I got it as a kitten.
my Bombay is snuggled up next to me in bed as we speak!
I was lucky enough to adopt my cat after she was abandoned whilst she was pregnant.
She cried at my back door night 3 nights running after my neighbours did a moonlight flit.
I can only guess she was about 6 at the time.. She's absolutely the extraordinary feline of her type. She's heading for approx year 23..
She saved me and my family from being poisoned by carbon monoxide.
Every day she'd scratch on the lounge door if we fell asleep and then scratch the front door until we opened it and would just sit and refused to go out..
Upon having central heating installed the gas engineer said the leak was so bad we should have never woke up. He said the vent wasnt sufficient to do that and then I recalled my cats regular antics every time we fell asleep. Only she was venting the house….
We also had a dog when she arrived… he passed a few years ago.. yet every day she goes and sits on his grave…
Absolute treasure.
I have a bombay kitten he has a wild side
Pretty much completely describes my Bombay. We have 3 other cats and he definitely has to be the center of attention. Massive cuddler, and follows me everywhere demanding attention lol
I have a green eyed Bombay, very bossy and VOCAL!!!! She follows me all around and wakes me up everyday!! She is an excellent soccer player and loves only heroyher fur sibling. She has been instrumental in my road to recovery got my PTSD. Her support has been so important to me.
Some of these are domestic shorthairs, which are also wonderful…just saying.
my one is the british version,she is adorable,she and her cute browny.ginger kitty
she loves to drink and eat a lot and enjoy cuddle with me
she first appear as a 4 month old look kitty in my kitchen on 10th floor!!!how > i do not know,she choose my home on18 december 2019,now she is 3 years old and so adorable and she is very very fertile and does not make noise while she mates,they love to cuddle close to your body ,while you sleep
Do you think a Russian Blue and Bombay would do well together? Was thinking if I got a cat I'd get two as I am a trucker, cross country right now but planning on going local. I'd still be working long hours doing local so figured the company of two cats would be a good idea when I'm working they can entertain each other.
I am wondering if my black cat is a Bombay, he has all the traits except for being social, it takes a while for him to become friends with anybody but me, and he adored my late wife, but she just wouldnt accept his friendship. Is there any way i could have him tested to see if he is a Bombay?
I won’t be quiet. 😂, It’s my birth right
my bombay can open door knobs he’s so intelligent.
Bombays are some of the coolest cats in existence. I know, I use to have one.
I'm a first time pet owner and I love my bombay kitten. It likes to snuggle near me at night and follows me around my apartment this is the perfect choice in my opinion they also enjoy playing and are very stimulated in my opinion ❤