Bombay
VS
Oriental Short Hair
Bombay vs Oriental Short Hair
Compare Bombay and Oriental Short Hair 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
Oriental Short Hair
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 36 cm
20 – 25 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 20 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
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
Oriental Short Hair
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Oriental Short Hair
Oriental Shorthairs are elegant, athletic cats with a Siamese‑type body, large ears and a sleek, low‑maintenance coat in many colors and patterns. Highly social, vocal, playful and intelligent, they crave daily interaction, mental stimulation and close companionship with their people.
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