Bombay Cat

The Bombay cat is a short-haired cat that was created by mating sable Burmese and black American Shorthair cats to generate a cat that is primarily Burmese in appearance but with a sleek, panther-like black coat. Bombay is the Asian group's work for black cats. Nikki Horner, a breeder from Louisville, Kentucky, began attempting to create a breed of cat that resembled a small black panther in 1958. The first effort failed, but the second attempt, in 1965, was successful. The Cat Fanciers' Association formally recognized and registered the breed in 1970, followed by The International Cat Association in 1979.

The Bombay is a domestic cat with short fur that is related to the Burmese. Bombay cats are distinguished by their all-black coat, black soles, black nose and lips, and copper or green eyes. The black coat is close-lying, silky, and glossy, and is normally pigmented to the roots with little or no paling. The Bombay has a strong medium body build. Their weight ranges from 8 to 15 pounds (3.6 to 6.8 kg), with males being bigger than females. A healthy Bombay may expect to live for 15 to 20 years. They may experience nasal issues, sneezing, and gingivitis. To avoid overfeeding, their food consumption should be restricted.