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Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti" Compare Oriental and Bombay. Which is better: Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
 
 
 
Name Oriental Bombay Serengeti
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank167128
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oriental Shorthair Small Black Panther Serengeti
Price
Which one is cheaper, Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti cat?
$800 to $1500 $600 to $1000 $600 to $2,500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Low Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available No data available No data available

Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Serengeti have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Black Spotted coat pattern; colours include gold or yellow with solid black spots, silver with black spots, and black smoke.
Coat
What is the difference between Oriental, Bombay and Serengeti coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Short, Smooth, Sleek, Silk
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Convex Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Special Abilities Comparison

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

Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Low Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low High Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
12-14 years 12-16 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti cat?
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Serengeti cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Serengeti cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti?
High
Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Quiet and infrequent meows Loud and active meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and playful Good, enjoys social interaction Good, social and playful
Facial Expression Vocal and affectionate Social and loving Wild-looking and active
Tail Behavior Vocal and affectionate tail movements Social tail movements Wild-looking and active tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs High High Moderate
Protectiveness Low Moderate High
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Moderate High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Low Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Serengeti are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Oriental cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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: Serengeti 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, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
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, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Energetic Affectionate Playful, Devoted, Loving
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Oriental cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Serengeti cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti?
High: Oriental cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: Serengeti cats are highly affectionate cats.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Serengeti cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Very dog-friendly: Oriental owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Serengeti cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti?
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Serengeti is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Oriental or Bombay or Serengeti?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Oriental vs Bombay vs Serengeti Grooming Comparison

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

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