Cymric
VS
Tonkinese
Cymric vs Tonkinese
Compare Cymric and Tonkinese side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Cymric
Tonkinese
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 14 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
4/5
2/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Cymric
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Tonkinese
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Summary
About Cymric
The Cymric is a medium, muscular, longhaired Manx-type cat, usually tailless with a rounded, rabbit-like rump and strong hind legs. It has a plush double coat, comes in many colours, is playful, intelligent, loyal, and people-oriented, but needs careful monitoring for tail and spine issues.
About Tonkinese
Tonkinese are medium-sized, muscular cats combining Siamese elegance with Burmese solidity. They have silky low-maintenance coats in mink, pointed or solid patterns and striking aqua to greenish blue eyes. Affectionate, playful, social and vocal, they thrive on attention and interaction.
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