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Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese" Compare Bombay and Burmese. Which is better: Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Burmese Siamese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank712115
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Burmese Cat Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese cat?
$600 to $1000 $1000 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Low Low Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
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.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Black Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay, Burmese and Siamese coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Convex Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Low High High
Noise Sensitivity High Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
12-16 years 15-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
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.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Low High Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

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

Bombay vs Burmese vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bombay or Burmese or Siamese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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