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What happens when you mix the intelligence of the Siamese and the Burmese breeds? You get the smarty-pants Tonkinese.
Tonks, as they are nicknamed, need attention and will follow you around or even ride on your shoulder. Tonkinese cats are happy to meet new people and are quite social. That's why they shouldn't be left alone for too long.
The good news is that Tonkinese cats are happy with any kind of companion, whether it's a cat of another breed or even a dog. They're good at dog games, too, like fetch, and will even walk on leash.
Tonkinese cats also like to talk, though they aren't quite as loud as their Siamese parents. Basically, if you want a dog, but your apartment only allows cats, the Tonkinese is the breed for you.
They're very smart, so puzzle toys won't keep them busy for long. It's important to keep rotating a Tokninese cat's toys so they stay busy.
The Tonkinese cat holds the world record for largest cat litter ever, with 19 Tonkinese kittens delivered from one exhausted mother.
If you own a Tonkinese, you may notice their coat color is different from what you expect. That's because the Tonkinese will change their fur color based on climate, as cooler areas cause the Tonkinese to produce an enzyme that darkens their fur.
They're so smart, even their bodies can learn to adapt to their surroundings.