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   The Bombay breed is perfect for cat-lovers who secretly want to own an affectionate panther. Copper-eyed, black and short-haired, this cat has the exotic appearance of a tiny, black leopard. In fact, the breed derives its name from the Indian city of Bombay, which is also considered the land of the black leopard.
Physical Characteristics
Curiously, this well-built, medium-sized cat looks rather mundane as a kitten. The Bombay does not develop its lustrous, satin-like black coat, stunning gold eyes, and other exotic characteristics until after the fourth month.
Personality and Temperament
Bombay cats get along well with children and prefer to be around humans. In fact, not only will it display affection and attach itself to one particular member of the family, but to all members. However, it will only call for attention in a gentle and polite way, without being troublesome. This intelligent cat also enjoys playing and exploring.
History and Background
The late Nikki Horner, an American breeder, is credited for creating the first Bombay in the late '50s. Her objective was to breed a cat which looked like a miniature panther, with a glossy black coat and yellow eyes. However, she wanted the cat to have certain characteristics of the Burmese.
Although her first attempt at crossing Burmese cats with black American Shorthairs were unsuccessful, she continued to persevere. Eventually Horner succeeded when she crossed a black American Shorthair male, endowed with rich eye color, with a champion Burmese.
To her dismay, Horner found that the various Cat Associations showed reluctance in accepting her creation, and was denied Championship status. But Homer persisted in her efforts and in 1976 the cat was finally registered by the Cat Fancier's Association. After almost 18 years of struggle, the breed was allowed to compete in the Championship Classes on May 1, 1986.
Though this breed is not easily available, the Bombay has found favor with many people and has a steady fan following. Share this page 1 COMMENTS
WOW. I've got one...and I just love her to pieces and feel I get the same in return. I adopted her at the shelter and she was all alone. Any other kittens they had were already taken. She was in a corner cage behind the door in. I AM SO HAPPY WITH HER. She was kind of strange looking at first, but then she became this beautiful, elegant looking, poised, sweet, slinky black animal that is SO understanding and understandable. Smart AND intelligent. I'm 62 years old and under care for depression. I wanted a pal so I wouldn't be alone, since I have no immediate family. GADS, I am so thankful that I got up and got her and (maybe) someone didn't know what they were letting go of. She's loving and .... just great. rg P.S. Thank you for the knowledge of the Bombay so I can feel more like her family type of people. Related ArticlesAmerican Curl Learn everything about American Curl Cats. Find all American Curl Cat Breed Information,... READ MORE Burmese Learn everything about Burmese Cats. Find all Burmese Cat Breed Information, pictures... READ MORE Maine Coon Learn everything about Maine Coon Cats. Find all Maine Coon Cat Breed Information,... READ MORE
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