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Breed information
Length range : 33-56 cm
Height range : 28-36cm
Weight range : 2.7-5kg
Coat : Short , fine , dense , close-lying , glossy black coat with a satin or patent-leather sheen.
Life expectancy years : 12-16
Colors: black.
Activitity Level : Moderate
Origin: United States
Similar Breeds : American Shorthair|Burmese
History
The breed was developed in the United States in the 1960s by crossing a black American Shorthair with a Burmese to create a distinct black cat with a panther-like look. Nikki Horner began the program in the mid-1960s and CFA accepted Bombays for registration in 1970 before championship status in 1976. The breed name was inspired by the black leopard of India and the city of Bombay.
Temperament
Affectionate
Personality
affectionate|playful|outgoing|intelligent|inquisitive|easy-going|adaptable|curious|social|lap-loving|attention-seeking|alert|friendly|cuddly
Needs
Needs regular human interaction , daily play , climbing or perching opportunities , and careful weight management. The breed benefits from attention , toys , and family involvement and may be unhappy if left alone for long periods.
Social Needs
Very people-oriented and sociable. Bombays often want to be near family members , may enjoy visitors , can bond with children and other pets when introduced properly , and may prefer not to be left alone for long stretches.
Grooming
The short fine coat is easy to maintain. Weekly brushing is usually enough and a rubber curry brush can help remove loose hair. Nails , ears , and teeth should be maintained regularly.
Nutrition
Bombays benefit from a high-quality balanced diet and fresh water. Because they are sturdy and can gain weight easily , measured feeding and exercise are important. Weight control may also help reduce diabetes risk and breathing strain.
Breed Standard
The breed standard describes a medium-size well-balanced muscular cat with surprising weight for its size , a rounded head , medium wide-set ears , rounded wide-set eyes , medium body and tail length , and a fine short close-lying black coat with gold to copper eyes.
Did you know?
The Bombay is often called a mini-panther or the patent-leather kid with the new-penny eyes. It may sway when walking and often feels heavier than it looks.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Brachycephalic-related conditions , Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy , Diabetes mellitus , Obesity , Hypokalemic polymyopathy
Symtoms
Brachycephalic-related conditions
Brachycephalic-related conditions -> 1. Snoring , snorting , audible breathing , open-mouth breathing after exertion 2. Exercise intolerance , excessive tearing 3. Malocclusion , overcrowding , plaque buildup , gingivitis and periodontal disease may occur || Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -> 1. May show no early signs 2. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm may be found 3. Lethargy , rapid breathing , open-mouth breathing , fainting , hind leg paralysis and pain from thromboembolism may occur || Diabetes mellitus -> 1. Increased thirst , increased urination , increased appetite with weight loss 2. Lethargy , poor coat condition 3. Hind leg weakness from neuropathy may occur || Obesity -> 1. Ribs become harder to feel 2. Waist may disappear , belly may sag 3. Reluctance to jump or play and lower activity may occur || Hypokalemic polymyopathy -> 1. Episodic muscle weakness 2. Stiff gait , reluctance to walk , drooped head 3. Muscle pain and tremors may occur
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Brachycephalic-related conditions -> 1. Snoring , snorting , audible breathing , open-mouth breathing after exertion 2. Exercise intolerance , excessive tearing 3. Malocclusion , overcrowding , plaque buildup , gingivitis and periodontal disease may occur || Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -> 1. May show no early signs 2. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm may be found 3. Lethargy , rapid breathing , open-mouth breathing , fainting , hind leg paralysis and pain from thromboembolism may occur || Diabetes mellitus -> 1. Increased thirst , increased urination , increased appetite with weight loss 2. Lethargy , poor coat condition 3. Hind leg weakness from neuropathy may occur || Obesity -> 1. Ribs become harder to feel 2. Waist may disappear , belly may sag 3. Reluctance to jump or play and lower activity may occur || Hypokalemic polymyopathy -> 1. Episodic muscle weakness 2. Stiff gait , reluctance to walk , drooped head 3. Muscle pain and tremors may occur
Diabetes mellitus
Brachycephalic-related conditions -> 1. Snoring , snorting , audible breathing , open-mouth breathing after exertion 2. Exercise intolerance , excessive tearing 3. Malocclusion , overcrowding , plaque buildup , gingivitis and periodontal disease may occur || Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -> 1. May show no early signs 2. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm may be found 3. Lethargy , rapid breathing , open-mouth breathing , fainting , hind leg paralysis and pain from thromboembolism may occur || Diabetes mellitus -> 1. Increased thirst , increased urination , increased appetite with weight loss 2. Lethargy , poor coat condition 3. Hind leg weakness from neuropathy may occur || Obesity -> 1. Ribs become harder to feel 2. Waist may disappear , belly may sag 3. Reluctance to jump or play and lower activity may occur || Hypokalemic polymyopathy -> 1. Episodic muscle weakness 2. Stiff gait , reluctance to walk , drooped head 3. Muscle pain and tremors may occur
Obesity
Brachycephalic-related conditions -> 1. Snoring , snorting , audible breathing , open-mouth breathing after exertion 2. Exercise intolerance , excessive tearing 3. Malocclusion , overcrowding , plaque buildup , gingivitis and periodontal disease may occur || Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -> 1. May show no early signs 2. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm may be found 3. Lethargy , rapid breathing , open-mouth breathing , fainting , hind leg paralysis and pain from thromboembolism may occur || Diabetes mellitus -> 1. Increased thirst , increased urination , increased appetite with weight loss 2. Lethargy , poor coat condition 3. Hind leg weakness from neuropathy may occur || Obesity -> 1. Ribs become harder to feel 2. Waist may disappear , belly may sag 3. Reluctance to jump or play and lower activity may occur || Hypokalemic polymyopathy -> 1. Episodic muscle weakness 2. Stiff gait , reluctance to walk , drooped head 3. Muscle pain and tremors may occur
Hypokalemic polymyopathy
Brachycephalic-related conditions -> 1. Snoring , snorting , audible breathing , open-mouth breathing after exertion 2. Exercise intolerance , excessive tearing 3. Malocclusion , overcrowding , plaque buildup , gingivitis and periodontal disease may occur || Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -> 1. May show no early signs 2. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm may be found 3. Lethargy , rapid breathing , open-mouth breathing , fainting , hind leg paralysis and pain from thromboembolism may occur || Diabetes mellitus -> 1. Increased thirst , increased urination , increased appetite with weight loss 2. Lethargy , poor coat condition 3. Hind leg weakness from neuropathy may occur || Obesity -> 1. Ribs become harder to feel 2. Waist may disappear , belly may sag 3. Reluctance to jump or play and lower activity may occur || Hypokalemic polymyopathy -> 1. Episodic muscle weakness 2. Stiff gait , reluctance to walk , drooped head 3. Muscle pain and tremors may occur
Onset of symptoms
Brachycephalic-related conditions
1. Breathing noise may be present from kittenhood
2. Dental signs often become clinically important from 1 to 3 years without prevention
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high
2. Some level of conformational breathing or dental crowding may occur because of facial structure
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Screening may detect changes from about 1 year
2. Clinical signs often appear in young to middle-aged cats around 2 to 6 years but may occur at any age
Probability Of Onset:
1. Moderate
2. Risk may be lower if breeding cats are screened by echocardiogram
Diabetes mellitus
1. Most often diagnosed in middle-aged to senior cats over 6 years especially if overweight
Probability Of Onset:
1. High
2. Obesity may greatly increase risk
Obesity
1. May begin after spay or neuter around 1 year and progress through adulthood if unmanaged
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high
2. The content suggests this is one of the most common preventable issues in the breed
Hypokalemic polymyopathy
Hypokalemic polymyopathy ->
1. Usually appears in young cats from about 2 to 10 months
Probability Of Onset:
1. Low
2. Risk may be very low from tested lines and higher from untested sources
Reasons
Brachycephalic-related conditions
Brachycephalic-related conditions ->
1. Structural conformation issue rather than a deficiency
2. Lack of mechanical abrasion from soft-only diet may worsen dental disease
Diabetes mellitus:
Diabetes mellitus ->
1. Metabolic carbohydrate intolerance rather than a simple deficiency
Obesity
1. Energy imbalance from excess calories rather than lack of a chemical
Hypokalemic polymyopathy
1. Potassium regulation is impaired and low potassium is central to the disorder
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Usually genetic rather than caused by deficiency
2. Taurine lack is only noted as a cause of a different similar heart condition
Brachycephalic-related conditions:
- Management may focus on lean body condition , avoiding heat or overexertion , and dental prevention
- Severe airway obstruction may be treated surgically
- Professional dental cleaning and extractions may be needed for overcrowding
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy :
- Early disease may only need monitoring
- Echocardiography is central for diagnosis and follow-up
- Clot-risk or heart-failure medications may be used when needed
- Home breathing-rate checks may help identify decline
Diabetes mellitus
- Low-carbohydrate high-protein diet may help
- Insulin therapy may be required
- Weight control and glucose monitoring may support remission in some cats
Obesity:
- Measured calorie restriction and scheduled meals may be used
- High-protein or veterinary weight-loss diets and more exercise may help
Hypokalemic polymyopathy:
- DNA testing may reduce affected kittens
- Acute episodes may require veterinary potassium support
- Lifelong oral potassium supplementation may help maintain quality of life. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Brachycephalic-related conditions :
- Water additives can,might be helpful for plaque reduction.
- Dental treats can,might be helpful for mechanical cleaning.
- Seaweed extract Ascophyllum nodosum can,might be helpful for tartar control
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- Omega-3 fatty acids EPA, DHA can,might be helpful for heart support.
- Coenzyme Q10 can,might be helpful for heart muscle energy support.
- Taurine and L-carnitine can,might be helpful for heart muscle support if advised by a veterinarian
Diabetes mellitus
- Chromium picolinate can,might be helpful for insulin sensitivity under veterinary guidance.
- Methylcobalamin vitamin B12 can,might be helpful for neuropathy support
Obesity
- Glucosamine and chondroitin can,might be helpful for joint support under excess weight.
- L-carnitine can,might be helpful for fat metabolism support
Hypokalemic polymyopathy
- Potassium gluconate can,might be helpful for correcting low potassium under veterinary supervision
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