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Bombay vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Burmese" Compare Bombay and Burmese. Which is better: Bombay or Burmese?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Burmese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank7121
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Burmese Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Burmese cat?
$600 to $1000 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low Low
Breed Recognition No data available No data available

Bombay vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Burmese cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Burmese cat?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Black Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay and Burmese coats?
Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Solid
Head Shape Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Bombay vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys play and interaction Long, highly social and focused
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low
Protection Instincts Moderate Low
Climbing Ability Low Moderate
Jumping Ability Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Moderate

Bombay vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Low High
Noise Sensitivity High Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate
Exercise Needs Low High
Life Expectancy
Do Bombay cats live longer than Burmese?
12-16 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Burmese cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Burmese?
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Burmese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Low High
Heat Tolerance Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy

Bombay vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys social interaction Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Social and loving People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Social tail movements Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate
Attention Needs High High
Protectiveness Moderate Low
Territoriality Moderate Low
Independence Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy
Agility Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Medium High
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Low High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Bombay cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bombay or Burmese?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bombay or Burmese?
Affectionate Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bombay vs Burmese?
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bombay or Burmese?
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bombay or Burmese?
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bombay vs Burmese?
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bombay or Burmese?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bombay or Burmese?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bombay or Burmese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Bombay vs Burmese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Burmese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bombay or Burmese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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