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Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal" Compare Bombay and Ragamuffin. Which is better: Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Ragamuffin Bengal
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank715712
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Cherubim Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal cat?
$600 to $1000 $800 to $1500 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate High
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 15 - 20 pounds, Female: 10 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Ragamuffin are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Blue 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Black All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay, Ragamuffin and Bengal coats?
Short Hair Medium-long Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Robust
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Concave Concave
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 Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep Average

Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys play and interaction Moderate, affectionate and calm Long, highly active and curious
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low High
Protection Instincts Moderate Low High
Climbing Ability Low Low High
Jumping Ability Good Moderate Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Good

Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Low High High
Noise Sensitivity High Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
12-16 years 12-16 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Ragamuffin cat has an average energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragamuffin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys social interaction Excellent, very social and friendly Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Social and loving Gentle and affectionate Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Social tail movements Gentle and affectionate tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts Low Low High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate Low High
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence Moderate Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Low High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate Low High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Medium
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Ragamuffin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal 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.
Difficult to Train: Ragamuffin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Highly Trainable: Bengal 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 Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Affectionate Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragamuffin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal?
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragamuffin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragamuffin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragamuffin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ragamuffin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
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 Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bombay vs Ragamuffin vs Bengal Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Ragamuffin cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bombay or Ragamuffin or Bengal?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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