How to Care for and Raise Bombay Cats

Like any other cat breed, Bombay cats require proper grooming, care, and health check-ups to ensure they live a long and happy life.

1. Hair

One of the many benefits of having a Bombay is that they do not shed a lot. However, just because these cats shed less does not mean Bombay cats are hypoallergenic. It is recommended that you brush your Bombay at least once a week — this will help keep their coat clean and shiny.

2. Teeth

Most pet parents might not be used to brushing their cats’ teeth, but this might be a habit you want to start. Even brushing once a week can help reduce the likelihood of your cat developing periodontal (gum) disease. It’s important to start getting your cat used to tooth brushing early — this will help them adapt to the habit when they are young.

3. Nails

Your cat’s nails should be trimmed regularly — some pet parents choose to trim them every other week. Providing scratching posts or other scratch toys also helps wear down your cat’s nails.

4. Ears

Bombay cats’ ears are “clean as needed” items. Owners are advised to keep an eye on their cat’s ears and only clean them when they become dirty. When cleaning is needed, you can simply use a gentle cleaner (recommended by your vet) and cotton balls — just avoid using cotton swabs.

5. Diet

Bombays can become very eager about their food, so overeating may lead to obesity. A simple way to avoid this is to measure out your cat’s food and only provide the amount measured in the bowl at one time.

We all know the saying “Curiosity killed the cat.” Bombay cats are naturally curious and social, so it’s best to keep your Bombay indoors. This not only reduces the risk of your cat contracting harmful diseases but also decreases other risks such as your cat escaping or fighting with other animals.

The Correct Care Methods for Bombay Cats

How to raise Bombay cats: With more and more families keeping cats nowadays, Bombay cats are among the most popular. Bombay cats are completely black, resembling a young leopard at first glance. However, their personality is completely opposite to that of a leopard — they are gentle, intelligent, and deeply affectionate toward their owners. Do you know the correct way to raise such wonderful Bombay cats? Let the editor of Pet Love Network teach you how to properly care for Bombay cats.

Precautions:

1. Feeding: Changes in exercise levels affect the digestive and absorption capacity of the intestines, as well as the filtration and detoxification functions of the liver and kidneys. Pay attention to the food hardness suitable for the cat, appropriately supplement calcium, iron, vitamins, and other trace elements, and vary the flavors of the food.

Note: Avoid feeding indigestible foods and ensure a supply of clean water.

2. Brushing teeth: If possible, brush your pet’s teeth to reduce bacteria entering caused by gum inflammation.

3. Eye care: Frequently use a wet cotton ball to remove excess mucus and clean the skin around the eyes.

4. Ear care: Regularly check the inner ear canal.

5. Joint care: Joint pain is common in senior pets. If your cat cannot exercise regularly, gently massage its muscles or move its limbs and joints while it rests.

Care Methods:

Cat claws are tools for catching mice, climbing, and self-defense. If you keep a cat for catching mice, of course you shouldn’t trim its claws. If you keep a cat as a companion animal, you should regularly trim its claws to avoid scratching people or damaging clothes, furniture, and floors. Claw trimming should start early, about once a month. The specific method is as follows:

Hold the Bombay cat in your arms, grasp one paw with your left hand, and gently squeeze with your thumb, index, and middle fingers to extend the claws. Then hold a nail clipper in your right hand and carefully cut off the transparent part at the tip of the claw, followed by smoothing the claw with the small file on the clipper. Be careful not to cut too much to avoid hurting the Bombay’s paw. Then proceed to trim and smooth the other claws in turn.

How to Raise a Bombay Cat Just One Month Old

Your kitten’s eyes are just like my cat’s. My kitten is also one month old. I feed it every day with ten milliliters of goat milk powder plus ten crushed cat kibbles together. Do not feed too much because the kibble will expand in the stomach. The goat milk powder should be no more than 15 milliliters per feeding, every four hours. After four hours, the kitten will be hungry again. After eating, it goes to the litter box and will go to the toilet by itself. I’m also a beginner; I’ve been raising mine for six days. It already uses the litter box by itself and meows when hungry. Hope this helps you.