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Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Siamese Tonkinese Burmese
OriginsThailand flagThailand Canada flagCanada Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank151821
Reviews000
User Ratings

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

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

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese cat?
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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite Force No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type 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.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape No data available Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern 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. Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Tonkinese and Burmese coats?
Short Hair Medium-short Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Slender Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
12-15 years 14-16 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Tonkineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance High Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Easy

Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Social and playful meows Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Good, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Vocal and social Social and playful People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Social and playful tail movements Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence Moderate High Low
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low High High
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Tonkinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
Active Curious Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
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.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese?
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.
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Tonkinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Siamese vs Tonkinese vs Burmese 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 Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Tonkinese or Burmese?
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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