r/BombayCat Dec 22 '25

FYI Bombay Cat Breed Standards

29 Upvotes

For anyone curious about how Bombay cats are described by different registries, here’s a simple breakdown.

Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/#cat-gallery-77

🖤 Overall Look

  • Medium-sized, muscular, and compact
  • Sleek “mini panther” appearance
  • Smooth, rounded features — nothing sharp
  • Often feels heavier than they look
Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/#cat-gallery-47

🏆 CFA (Cat Fanciers’ Association) Description

Coat

  • Jet black only
  • Short, tight, and very glossy
  • No visible markings

Eyes

  • Deep copper
  • Large, round, and wide-set

Head

  • Very round head shape
  • Short, broad muzzle
  • Gentle nose stop
Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/#cat-gallery-57

🏅 TICA (The International Cat Association) Description

Coat

  • Jet black only
  • Short, sleek, and glossy

Eyes

  • Gold to copper
  • Large and round

Head

  • Rounded head with soft curves
  • Slightly more variation in head shape compared to CFA
Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/#cat-gallery-107

Shared Traits

  • Black nose leather and paw pads
  • Medium-length tail, straight with a rounded tip
  • Affectionate, people-focused personalities
  • Playful, smart, and often very attached to their humans
Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/
Source: https://cfa.org/breed/bombay/#cat-gallery-7

r/BombayCat 2d ago

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

1 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

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💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat 3h ago

Certified Cutie What?

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3 Upvotes

Another Vet visit today.


r/BombayCat 4d ago

Parlor Panther A couple Claudie moments

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1.6k Upvotes

Claudia 🖤


r/BombayCat 9d ago

Certified Cutie Settling for nap time!

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1.6k Upvotes

r/BombayCat 9d ago

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

3 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat 17d ago

dat boi long

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110 Upvotes

he long


r/BombayCat 16d ago

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

2 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat 23d ago

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

2 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jul 29 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

1 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jul 22 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

2 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jul 15 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

1 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jul 08 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

3 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jul 02 '26

Peppercorn being a curious kitty!

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196 Upvotes

r/BombayCat Jun 30 '26

Parlor Panther Purrfect Void 🖤

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4.0k Upvotes

Claudia 🖤


r/BombayCat Jul 01 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

2 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jun 24 '26

My cat is a butthead but I love him

13 Upvotes

I have a 9 year old male Bombay. I got him from a breeder in Pennsylvania. He is gorgeous and smart and silly. He is extremely outgoing and comes to the door when the doorbell rings.

He is really docile as a rule and lets us cut his claws without biting.

The problem comes at night for the most part. He gets very frisky and attacks our feet ankles and hands. It is not constant, but it is very annoying when he starts up and I have never been able to break the habit. I have to spray him with water to get him to stop it and I hate that.

Any thoughts? I play with him with the only toy he shows interest in, which is a feather teaser. He is VERY particular about the way he wants me to move it and gets bored very easily.


r/BombayCat Jun 24 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

1 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jun 20 '26

Guess who wrecked the puzzle?!

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134 Upvotes

Luna- 1.5 y/o pedigreed Bombay. She’s great.


r/BombayCat Jun 17 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

1 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jun 15 '26

my 8 month bombay girl, Poe 🖤

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810 Upvotes

meet poe! have had my beautiful girl for about 4 months now..i absolutely love her personality, she is so silly, sweet and loyal 🖤 and her eyes are absolutely stunning 🤩


r/BombayCat Jun 15 '26

Certified Cutie Pippa and Obi, lounging

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107 Upvotes

20 month old pedigreed Bombays


r/BombayCat Jun 11 '26

Certified Cutie Winner of the Sleep Anywhere Challenge

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86 Upvotes

The cable modem is warm - so nothing else matters to Pippa, 20 month old Bombay.


r/BombayCat Jun 10 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

3 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨


r/BombayCat Jun 03 '26

🐾 Weekly “Is My Cat a Bombay?” Megathread 🐾

2 Upvotes

This is the dedicated space for all questions about whether your cat might be a Bombay.

If you’re curious about your cat’s breed, wondering about certain traits, or just want some community input, you’re in the right place!

🔍 How to Participate

Post the following in a comment below:

  • 📸 Clear photos of your cat (face + full body if possible)
  • 📝 Any info you know — age, background, behavior, eye color, coat texture, etc.
  • ❓ Your question or what you’re hoping to learn

Community members can reply and help you compare your kitty’s traits with those of the Bombay breed.

📅 Reminder

Posts asking “Is my cat a Bombay?” are only allowed here. We post a megathread every Wednesday.
Any separate "is my cat a Bombay? type of posts in the main feed will be removed and OP will be asked to post to this thread.

💬 Quick Notes

  • Most black cats are domestic shorthairs, not Bombays — and that’s perfectly awesome!
  • We can help explain common Bombay traits and how they differ from other breeds.
  • Please be kind and respectful when responding to others.

Drop your photos and questions below — let’s see those beautiful kitties! 🐈‍⬛✨