Bombay vs Ragdoll
Compare Bombay and Ragdoll: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Bombay
VS
Ragdoll
Comparison Table
Show Differences Only
Characteristic
Bombay
Ragdoll
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
3
1
Height
28 – 36 cm
23 – 28 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
4 – 9 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 20 years
12 – 17 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy Level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
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
Ragdoll
Great with Kids
Very 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 Ragdoll
Large, muscular pointed cat with silky semi‑long coat and vivid blue eyes that stay blue for life. Relaxed and floppy when handled, it matures slowly, is calm, affectionate, people‑focused, and suits mainly indoor life. Coat needs regular but moderate grooming.
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