Bombay
Temperament
Playful, Affectionate
[1]Background
Developed in the United States using American Shorthair and Burmese cats, it entered CFA registration in 1970 and championship competition in 1976.
[1]Appearance
The short, close black coat contrasts with round gold-to-copper eyes. A medium but muscular body and rounded head are characteristic.
[1]Coat and comparisons
Black cats are not all Bombays. Black is a coat colour found in many breeds and in cats without a specified breed.
[1]Colours and patterns in the ACFA standard
In the ACFA standard: Black is the only accepted coat color. Mature cats should be black to the roots; the nose leather and paw pads are also black.
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