Do Tonkinese cats change color?

Do Tonkinese cats change color?

Color Changes with Age All Tonkinese cats are born with blue eyes and uniform color through out their body, ranging from off-white to darker colors. The kittens on the right have just started to get a tiny bit of color on their paws and noses. Their distinctive coat patterns and eye color develop over time.

Can Tonkinese cats be black?

The Tonkinese is a medium-sized, muscular cat with soft, mink-like fur that comes in 12 colors and patterns. The coat has points, with darker colors on the face, ears and tail. The eyes can be blue, violet, aqua or yellow-green.

Are Tonkinese cats expensive?

According to PetPlace.com, a pet quality Tonkinese generally sells for $350 to $550, whereas a show quality Tonkinese can cost more than $600. Retired Tonkinese cats, commonly put up for adoption by those who show their cats, can cost $50 to $300.

Do Tonkinese cats always have blue eyes?

Point-patterned cats exhibit ‘Blue’ eye-colour. Solid-patterned Tonkinese have ‘Green’ eye-colour – however the eye colour differs from the Burmese, with a yellow/green replacing the gold of the Burmese.

How long does a Tonkinese cat live?

10-15 years

Are Tonkinese cats healthy?

Though the Tonkinese is generally healthy, she is sometimes more prone to dental disease and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). It’s common in overweight cats but some breeds, like the Tonkinese, are affected by it more often. Signs that your Tonkinese may have FLUTD include: Straining to urinate.

Are Tonkinese cats vocal?

A hybrid of the Siamese and Burmese, the Tonkinese cats are characterized by their lively, social nature and pointed coat patterns of various colors. Tonkinese are vocal, but their voice is softer and sweeter than that of the Siamese.

Are Tonkinese cats affectionate?

The Tonkinese is a mix of the Siamese and Burmese cat breeds and has a loving, affectionate personality.

What’s the difference between a Siamese cat and a Tonkinese cat?

While both cats are affectionate and enjoy human contact, Siamese tend to talk more, while Tonkinese tend to be more docile. Both breeds display similar affections toward their owners, according to a cat breed directory on the cable channel Animal Planet’s website.

Which breed of cat lives longest?

12 CAT BREEDS THAT LIVE THE LONGEST

• HIMALAYAN CAT. Himalayan Cats live over 15 years on average.
• EUROPEAN SHORTHAIR (CELTIC) CAT. European Shorthair (Celtic) Cats live 15-22 years on average.
• RUSSIAN BLUE CAT.
• AMERICAN SHORTHAIR CAT.
• SIAMESE CAT.
• AMERICAN CURL CAT.
• BURMESE CAT.
• BOMBAY CAT.