Bombay
VS
Tonkinese
Bombay vs Tonkinese
Compare Bombay and Tonkinese 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
Tonkinese
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 36 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 20 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
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
Tonkinese
Great with kids
High energy
Super 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 Tonkinese
Tonkinese are medium-sized, muscular cats combining Siamese elegance with Burmese solidity. They have silky low-maintenance coats in mink, pointed or solid patterns and striking aqua to greenish blue eyes. Affectionate, playful, social and vocal, they thrive on attention and interaction.
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