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Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese" Compare Burmese and Siamese. Which is better: Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Siamese Tonkinese
OriginsThailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand Canada flagCanada
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank211518
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Siam, Thai Cat Tonk
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese cat?
$1000 to $1500 $600 to $1200 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-foreign
Tonkinese have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		No data available Mink pattern, which is a combination of Siamese colorpoint and Burmese solid colours; base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail; point colours include natural (sable), champagne, blue, and platinum.
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Siamese and Tonkinese coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Medium-short
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly social and focused Long, vocal and attentive Long, social and playful
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts Low Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability Moderate High Moderate
Jumping Ability Good Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs High High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
15-16 years 12-15 years 14-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Tonkinese cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese?
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Tonkineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Very loud and talkative Social and playful meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, very social and interactive Good, very social and friendly
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Vocal and social Social and playful
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Social and playful tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High Moderate
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High Moderate
Independence Low Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Low High
Activity
Highly Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Tonkinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Tonkinese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Curious Active Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tonkinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Tonkinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Tonkinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Tonkinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Burmese vs Siamese vs Tonkinese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Tonkinese coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Burmese or Siamese or Tonkinese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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