TONKINESE CATS
Description
This is a
medium sized cat shaped between the Burmese and the Siamese.
Tonkinese cats are muscular and firm. The legs are slender
and in proportion to its body. The Tonkinese eyes are
aquamarine to turquoise in colour, a distinct feature of
this cat. They came about due to the crossing of the Blue
eyed Siamese and the golden eyed Burmese.
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The Tonkinese has
a luxurious coat which in medium short. It is fine and like
silk. Grooming entails a combing on occasion to remove dead
hair. This breed should also live in a warm climate.
Characteristics and Temperament
The
Tonkinese exhibits lively behavior and is very lovable. His
strong personality has the Siamese curiosity. Consider
having two cats if you are often gone as this breed does not
like to be alone and can get into
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trouble if lonely. The Tonkinese is also an escape artist and will find ways to get
out of the house. This breed is healthy and lives a long
life
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