Bombay
VS
Chinchilla
Bombay vs Chinchilla
Compare Bombay and Chinchilla side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bombay
Chinchilla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 36 cm
23 – 28 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
3 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 20 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
1/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Bombay
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Chinchilla
Super smart
Summary
About Bombay
The Bombay is a medium-sized, muscular black cat with a glossy, short coat and striking gold to copper eyes. Affectionate and people-focused, it enjoys lap time, moderate play, and soft vocal “conversations.” Intelligent and trainable, it suits indoor living and typically enjoys 12–16 years with good care.
About Chinchilla
The Chinchilla is a Persian variety with a shimmering silver or golden coat, vivid green eyes, and a compact build. Calm, gentle, and people-focused, it suits quiet indoor homes. It’s moderately active, sensitive to stress, and needs frequent grooming plus regular health monitoring.
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