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Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian" Compare Bombay and Thai. Which is better: Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Thai Abyssinian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank712410
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Old-Style Siamese, Traditional Siamese, Classic Siamese, Wichien Maat, Applehead Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian cat?
$600 to $1000 $500 to $1,500 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate High
Breed Recognition No data available No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 13 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Thai have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Black All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint, though the classic seal point is the most recognized. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay, Thai and Abyssinian coats?
Short Hair Soft, Silky Shorthair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Short
Musculature Robust Slender Lean
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys play and interaction Long, social and vocal Long, focused and curious
Guarding Instinct Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts Moderate Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability Low Moderate High
Jumping Ability Good Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Low High High
Noise Sensitivity High High Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High High Low
Exercise Needs Low Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
12-16 years 15-20 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Thai cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Thai cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Low Medium High
Heat Tolerance Low Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Social and talkative Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys social interaction Good, social and playful Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression Social and loving Social and vocal Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Social tail movements Social and vocal tail movements Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Moderate Moderate High
Independence Moderate High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies Moderate High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium High
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Thai are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Bombay cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Thai cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Affectionate Intelligent, Affectionate, Playful, Vocal Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Thai cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian?
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Thai cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Thai cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Thai cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Thai is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Bombay vs Thai vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareModerate Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Thai coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bombay or Thai or Abyssinian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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