Bombay — breed standard (CFA & TICA: size, coat, temperament, type)

Bombay — breed standard (CFA & TICA: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Bombay is a medium-sized, sleek, muscular cat described as well-balanced, friendly, alert and outgoing.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is fine, short, satin-like and close-lying with a shimmer; the mature specimen is black to the roots.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The required eye colour ranges from deep gold to copper; green eyes are a disqualification.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The tail is straight and of medium length, neither short nor whippy.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A kinked or abnormal tail, or lockets/spots, are disqualifications.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* An improper bite, or an extreme break that interferes with breathing, are disqualifications.