Facts about Bombay Cat

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   Copper-colored eyes are a breed standard for Bombay cats, and breeders selectively maintained this trait throughout the 1960s and 1970s to achieve the desired intensity and luminosity.

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   Bombay cats have solid black noses and paw pads, a distinctive feature that distinguishes them from other black cat breeds which may have pink or mottled coloring.

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   Bombay cats are exceptionally vocal compared to many other breeds, frequently communicating with their owners through chirps, meows, and trills throughout the day.

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   Bombay cats possess a naturally warm body temperature around 102 degrees Fahrenheit, which cat owners often notice when holding them against their skin.

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   In 1976, the Cat Fanciers' Association officially recognized the Bombay cat breed after two decades of selective breeding to achieve the desired appearance.

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   Bombay cats possess a distinctive patent leather-like coat that requires minimal grooming compared to most black cat breeds due to their short, glossy fur texture.

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   Bombay cats typically weigh between 6 to 11 pounds, making them medium-sized cats despite their panther-like appearance.

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   The Bombay cat breed was intentionally developed in the 1950s by breeder Nikki Horner to resemble a miniature black panther with copper eyes.

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