Bombay
History
The origin of the Bombay cats could be traced back to the United States. A man-made breed, Bombay is an outcome of the crossbreeding between a black American Shorthair and a sable Burmese. The offspring of this crossbreeding resembled the black leopard of India and the name came from the Indian city - Bombay (now Mumbai).
Appearance
The highlighting feature of the Bombay is its shiny black coat and copper penny eyes. An adult Bombay male weighs 8 – 11 pounds and females between 6 – 9 pounds. The breed has a round head with a short tapered muzzle and medium sized ears. Bombay cat has a well-balanced, muscular body and its tail is straight and is of medium length.
Personality
The breed is intelligent and tends to seek human interaction. Bombay cats are heat-seekers and prefer to sleep under the bedcovers. These cats are watchful and prefer to stay indoors. Some cats of this breed can be very talkative and have different voices. They go well with other cats and children. Bombay cats enjoy playing fetch and basically they prefer to stay active.
Health Concerns
The average life expectancy of Bombay cats is 13 – 15 years. Health problems specific to the breed are not reported.