Bombay vs Cornish Rex
Compare Bombay and Cornish Rex: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Bombay
VS
Cornish Rex
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Bombay
Cornish Rex
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
3
4
Height
28 – 36 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 20 years
11 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy Level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Bombay
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Cornish Rex
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
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 Cornish Rex
Cornish Rex cats are slender, fine‑boned, and elegant, with large ears and a distinctive egg‑shaped head. Their short, wavy, velvet‑soft coat needs gentle care and warmth. Extremely active, playful, affectionate, and people focused, they crave interaction, mental stimulation, and indoor living.
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