Tonkinese
VS
Exotic Shorthair
Tonkinese vs Exotic Shorthair
Compare Tonkinese and Exotic Shorthair 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
Exotic Shorthair
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
2 – 6 kg
3 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
8 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
2/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
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
Exotic Shorthair
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 Exotic Shorthair
The Exotic Shorthair is a medium to large, cobby indoor cat with a sweet, Persian‑like face and dense, plush short coat. Calm, gentle and affectionate, it enjoys laps, quiet companionship and moderate play. It suits stable homes, adapts well to apartments, and needs regular but manageable grooming.
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