Tonkinskaya

Tonkinese, Tonk

Breed characteristics

• Adaptability: 10
• Family Affection: 10
• Game activity: 10
• Intelligence: 10
• Total Health: 4
• Hair loss: 10
• Friendliness for children: 4
• Dog Friendly: 10
• Love for meow: 10

Story

Tonkin cat is a relatively new breed, which originated in the middle of the 20th century from the crossing of the Siamese and Burmese breeds of cats. Targeted breeding program started in 1950 year, a breeder named Milan Greer. Name he suggested, it sounded like “Siamese gold.” His breeding program other breeders continued, as they were interested in the idea of a cat Asian type, with a non-standard, original color.

In addition to this official version, there is one more, according to which, doctor of medicine Joseph Thompson, a familiar long-distance sailor swimming once brought a kitten, which he acquired somewhere in the port Of Asia. In fact, by today’s standards, we can say that it was Tonkin cat, which arose due to the natural mating between stray burmese and siamese cats. Cat called Wong Mau. Subsequently, the story was documented.

Perhaps Milan Greer somehow found out about this fact, and maybe the idea arose by itself. Be that as it may, today we we have another wonderful breed, with an unusual coat color and amazing character. For the first time, the Tonkin cat received registration with the Canadian Cat Association.

Description

Despite various health problems, a cat breed tonkinesis is a beautiful, playful animal that will bring to your family a lot of joys and funny situations. To not do your pet, it will definitely make you smile. Their quick wits and a cheerful, cheerful disposition will appeal to everyone, from small is great, especially considering the fact that these cats combine in playfulness and calmness, and developed intelligence allows them Feel the situation and show an optimal form of behavior. If a not always, then – almost always. All the same, this is a cat – let’s not go to her too strict.

Tonkinesis has a large physique, although far from giants – the male can weigh 4-6 kg. The legs are muscular, slightly elongated, ears slightly larger than average, muzzle elongated, wedge-shaped. There are 12 “official” colors of these cats. Life expectancy is 14-16 years.

Personality

The main thing you should remember when starting a Tonkin cat is very smart animals. That is, really smart. They have memory, have their own opinion about what is happening around They are remembered by each person and have a specific attitude.

However, tonkinesis is a cat in all respects positive, kind, affectionate, very attached to his family and does not like loneliness. Her mind never becomes a reason for the owners, she not vindictive and quickly realizes what is required of her.

Tonkin cat loves to play, likes to participate in domestic affairs, but, like any cat, likes to sleep or just sit on the lap of the owner. She will be happy to play toys, including including interactive ones, you can teach her to walk on a leash and execute simple commands.

He perceives children and strangers coldly, but with others pets usually have no problems – cat breed tonkinesis may well make friends with another cat or dog if they do not express negativity.

Common diseases

The Tonkin cat cannot boast of good health. They are susceptible to the following diseases, most of which have genetic nature:

• amyloidosis;
• bronchial asthma;
• congenital heart defects, such as aortic stenosis;
• gingivitis;
• strabismus;
• progressive retinal atrophy, (available to her genetic test);
• gastrointestinal diseases such as megaesophagus;
• lymphoma
• hyperesthesia syndrome – a neurological problem;
• nystagmus is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary rapid movement of the eyes.

Care

Since the Tonkin cat has short hair, it robs you masses of additional worries. It is enough to comb the pet once a week, 3 times a week to brush your teeth, bathe every 2 months and Do not forget to cut the claws once every 10 days. Ears and eyes are cleansed by necessary.

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