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Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese" Compare Burmese and Sphynx. Which is better: Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Sphynx Tonkinese
OriginsThailand flagThailand Canada flagCanada Canada flagCanada
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank21618
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx Tonk
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese cat?
$1000 to $1500 $1800 to $3000 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership Low High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
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 Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI 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)
Sphynx 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 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green
Blue 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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, Sphynx and Tonkinese coats?
Short Hair Hairless Medium-short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium 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 Large and Prominent Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Silky
Long 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		High grooming
Sensitive skin 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or more small meals a day Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese?
15-16 years 12-14 years 14-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Burmese vs Sphynx vs Tonkinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Loud and energetic sounds Social and playful meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Excellent, very social and friendly Good, very social and friendly
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Outgoing and energetic Social and playful
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements Social and playful tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low Moderate
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Low Moderate
Territoriality Low Low Moderate
Independence Low Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Curious
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Medium High
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx 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.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Curious Loyal Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Tonkinese?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Tonkinese?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Tonkinese?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sphynx coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Tonkinese coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Burmese or Sphynx or Tonkinese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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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