Thai
VS
Tonkinese
Thai vs Tonkinese
Compare Thai 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
Thai
Tonkinese
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 18 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Thai
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tonkinese
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Summary
About Thai
The Thai is a moderate, old-style Siamese with a muscular medium build, blue eyes, and low-maintenance pointed coat. Social, vocal, and intelligent, it craves daily interaction, play, and climbing. Generally healthy, it may face PRA, HCM, and dental issues, so regular vet care is important.
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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