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Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese" Compare Tonkinese and Ragdoll. Which is better: Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Tonkinese Ragdoll Siamese
OriginsCanada flagCanada United States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank18215
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tonk Rag doll Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese cat?
$600 to $1000 $1200 to $2500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition 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)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available
Body Type 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.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Blue Blue No data available
Hair Color and Pattern 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. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Tonkinese, Ragdoll and Siamese coats?
Medium-short Semi-long Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Slender Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Low
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Two or three times a day Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Low Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
14-16 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese cat?
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
No
Tonkinese cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese?
High
Tonkineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Social and playful meows Soft and infrequent meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Social and playful Docile and affectionate Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Social and playful tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate Low Moderate
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence High Low Moderate
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Moderate
Play Style Curious
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low Moderate
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High Low High
Travel Compatibility High Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Tonkinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Tonkinese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Challenging to Train: Ragdoll cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Siamese 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, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
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, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Curious Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Tonkinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragdoll 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese?
High: Tonkinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragdoll 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Tonkinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Tonkinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
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, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Tonkinese vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Tonkinese coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Tonkinese or Ragdoll or Siamese?
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.
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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