What are the differences between Tonkinese and Siamese cats?

The Tonkinese Cat. Tonkinese cats resulted from crossbreeding Siamese and Burmese. Like their two founding breeds, both of which originated in Thailand, they ... read more

Tonkinese cats are a domestic cat breed produced by crossbreeding between a Siamese cat and a Burmese cat. The breeds are very similar and the differences between the two are subtle. Tonkinese (or Tonks as they are sometimes known) possess a more moderate build, rounder head and more medium size. read more

The differences between Siamese and Tonkinese cat behavior can be subtle. While both cats are affectionate and enjoy human contact, Siamese tend to talk more, while Tonkinese tend to be more docile. Both breeds display similar affections toward their owners, according to a cat breed directory on the cable channel Animal Planet's website. read more