Tonkinese
VS
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Tonkinese vs Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Compare Tonkinese and Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) 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
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
2 – 6 kg
3 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
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
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Medium, athletic cat with a unique pompom tail and silky semi‑long coat that seldom mats. Outgoing, vocal, and highly intelligent, it craves interaction, play, and puzzle toys. Generally healthy, it has ancient roots in Japanese culture and is often linked with good fortune.
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