Tonkinese
VS
Birman
Tonkinese vs Birman
Compare Tonkinese and Birman 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
Tonkinese
Birman
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
2 – 6 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
1/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Tonkinese
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Birman
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Summary
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.
About Birman
The Birman is a medium‑large, semi‑longhaired pointed cat with deep blue eyes and distinctive white “gloves.” Its silky coat is easy to maintain. Affectionate and people‑focused, it is moderately active, gentle with children and pets, and thrives on regular company and interaction.
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