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CLEAR ALLA cross between the Burmese and Siamese, the Tonkinese is a medium-sized cat with a fabulous sense of humour. They love nothing more than being with their human companion and overseeing everything that happens in the household. With their approachable, open attitude, they can be an excellent choice for families with children, other felines, and cat-friendly dogs.
The Tonkinese are known to be an active, friendly, social and talkative breed. If you love chatting with your feline companion, this cat is perfect for you. They love the interaction, affection and attention of their family and enjoy cuddling in the lap of their human companion. Just watch out though, as Tonkinese can be stubborn to get their own way, but their sweet, loving and clownish behaviour makes up for it.
The Tonk, as they are lovingly called, are intelligent and active. They are brainy and energetic but don’t get boisterous or engage in much trouble. Tonks enjoy jumping up to high places and master puzzle toys.
Tonk’s adore people, make excellent companions and adapt well in homes with other pets and children. However, they do not like to be left alone, so consider a second cat to keep this active kitty company when their human companion is away.
A cross between the Burmese and Siamese, the Tonkinese is a medium-sized cat with a fabulous sense of humour. They love nothing more than being with their human companion and overseeing everything that happens in the household. With their approachable, open attitude, they can be an excellent choice for families with children, other felines, and cat-friendly dogs.
The Tonkinese are known to be an active, friendly, social and talkative breed. If you love chatting with your feline companion, this cat is perfect for you. They love the interaction, affection and attention of their family and enjoy cuddling in the lap of their human companion. Just watch out though, as Tonkinese can be stubborn to get their own way, but their sweet, loving and clownish behaviour makes up for it.
The Tonk, as they are lovingly called, are intelligent and active. They are brainy and energetic but don’t get boisterous or engage in much trouble. Tonks enjoy jumping up to high places and master puzzle toys.
Tonk’s adore people, make excellent companions and adapt well in homes with other pets and children. However, they do not like to be left alone, so consider a second cat to keep this active kitty company when their human companion is away.
The Tonkinese is a medium-sized cat with a muscular structure. They typically weigh between 6 and 12 pounds and stand around 7 to 10 inches tall. They have slim tails and legs with oval-shaped paws. Their slightly rounded heads are proportionate to their bodies, and they have gorgeous almond-shaped eyes.
However, the most remarkable thing about their appearance is the elegant coat colouring. Their pointed fur can be among several base colours: natural (medium brown), champagne (pale beige), blue, platinum, and more. This shade can then be a high-contrast point pattern, medium-contrast "mink" pattern, low-contrast pattern or even a solid pattern. However, the most common is the mink pattern, consisting of a lighter body and darker face, ears, legs and tail.
The Tonk's eye colour depends on their coat. The popular mink Tonkinese has a striking aqua colour, the point Tonkinese typically has a darker blue, and the solid Tonkinese has green eyes. Their short fur feels soft and silky and requires little to no grooming.
Tonks have a long lifespan, with most living for 15 to 20 years. However, like all breeds, Tonkinese cats have specific health concerns, such as gum disease, bowel issues, and heart disease.
The Tonkinese is a highly affectionate breed that makes an excellent lap cat and has a playful and curious nature. They like to be involved in what's happening around them and supervise their owners during their day-to-day activities, just to stay close. Their intelligence is impressive, as they'll crack puzzle toys in record time. You can also teach them to play fetch or walk on a leash and teach basic commands.
They get bored quickly, and you'll know when this is the case as your Tonk will start demanding attention. They need both regular human interaction and plenty of interactive toys to keep them occupied. They will use their meow and chat to you, but they are generally not as vocal as the Siamese. Plus, their voices are much softer!
They can act silly sometimes and will undoubtedly show off in an attempt to win extra attention. So don't be surprised if your Tonk meows until you look at them and then leaps up onto a high place, seeking your praise. When you notice them clowning around like this, be sure to give them the attention they need and deserve, as this will deepen your connection significantly and satisfy your kitty's need for gratification.
The best home for a Tonkinese cat is one where they receive plenty of attention! Unfortunately, this means they are not the best fit for a busy working professional who spends most of their time out of the house. They also have a ton of energy and need regular play sessions, so they may prove too active for retirees.
These felines do well in a home with young children. As they are confident, social and friendly, they feel at ease around small kids and enjoy playing with them (in a gentle way). So if one parent stays at home, a Tonkinese will make an excellent new family member. They are also great with other animals and enjoy the company of felines (and canines) almost as much as humans. So getting a furry friend for your Tonk will make life much easier for you as they'll have a buddy to play with when you're busy.
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