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Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Thai Bombay Chartreux
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States France flagFrance
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank247168
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Old-Style Siamese, Traditional Siamese, Classic Siamese, Wichien Maat, Applehead Small Black Panther Felis catus coeruleus
Chartreuse cat
Chartreaux Cat
Felis Silvestris Cartusenensis
Price
Which one is cheaper, Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux cat?
$500 to $1,500 $600 to $1000 $1500 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Low Low
Breed Recognition No data available No data available CFA (Cat Fanciers' Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association)
FIFe (Fédération Internationale Féline)

Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Male: 8 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 13 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Thai have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Gold
Copper 		Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint, though the classic seal point is the most recognized. Black Blue
Coat
What is the difference between Thai, Bombay and Chartreux coats?
Soft, Silky Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Slender Robust Solid
Head Shape Round Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Round Hooded
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Convex Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Heavy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep Average

Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Special Abilities Comparison

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

Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		Moderate grooming
Independent
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, small litter size Easy to breed, healthy and robust
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High Low Medium
Noise Sensitivity High High Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High High Low
Exercise Needs Medium Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
15-20 years 12-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux cat?
The Thai cat has a very high energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Chartreux cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Yes
Thai 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
Chartreux cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
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 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Struvite Crystals
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Low High
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Social and talkative Quiet and infrequent meows Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and playful Good, enjoys social interaction Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Social and vocal Social and loving Quiet and observant
Tail Behavior Social and vocal tail movements Social tail movements Slow swaying when calm
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low Moderate
Attention Needs High High Low
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate High
Territoriality Moderate 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 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Moderate Low
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High Moderate Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Low High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Thai are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Chartreux are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Thai 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.
Challenging to Train: Chartreux cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
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, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Intelligent, Affectionate, Playful, Vocal Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Thai 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.
Chartreux cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux?
High: Thai 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.
High: Chartreux cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
The Thai cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Chartreux cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Thai cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Chartreux owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux?
Outstanding: Thai is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Chartreux's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
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, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Thai vs Bombay vs Chartreux Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Moderate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Thai coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Thai or Bombay or Chartreux?
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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