Astreasworld
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ABOUT ME.
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The Tonkinese originated in Canada. It
came about in the early 1960's as a result of a seal point Siamese and a sable Burmese cross breeding. It has many of the
best qualities of both.
The breeder of the Tonkinese thought the show Siamese were becoming too extreme. She tried to
create a cat with qualities she liked best in both the Siamese and Burmese breeds. A pet shop owner in the U.S. had the same
goal and called his cats Golden Siamese. The Canadian cat took this name but then this was changed to Tonkinese. In
the mid 1960's the Canadian Cat Association recognized this cat as a championship competitor. The United States granted recognition
in 1972. In Britain the Tonkinese is only recognized by one cat association.
The "Tonk" is a medium sized cat. It
is muscular and firm with slender legs that are in proportion to its body. The Tonkinese eyes are aquamarine to turquoise
in color, a very distinct feature of this cat. The colors resulted from the crossing of the blue-eyed Siamese and the golden-eyed
Burmese. Tonks have a shiny luxurious coat which in medium short and fine and silky.
The Tonkinese is a gregarious, lively
cat with a sense of humour.The colorful personality of the Tonkinese make them ideal companions. They will take possession
of your lap and shoulder, and will supervise your activities. They are warm and loving, highly intelligent, with an incredible
memory and senses that are akin to radar. They are strong willed, and their humans are wise to use persistent persuasion while
being trained by them.
They have been described by enthusiastic owners as part puppy (following their owner around the
house), part monkey (their "acrobatics" are legend!), and can sound like an elephant running through your house when they
choose.
Tonks wear a rainbow of colors. For championship show only five colors are allowed. They are blue mink, champagne
mink, honey mink, natural mink, and platinum mink. There are some groups that will allow colors like the pointed Siamese or
Burmese.
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Housepet potential
Ideal owner
These cats are
well-suited to most situations, as long as the owners realise they have a pet which needs attention and interaction. They
are also very active cats and may not be suitable for people with lots of fragile ornaments, or those desiring a quieter pet.
Some owners didn't recommend them for households where they may be left alone for long periods of time. A degree of responsibility
is also necessary to keep the cats inside at night when wildlife is active. Most are quite adaptable to changing family circumstances.
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My pedigree is based on two CFSC's as parents. While interesting,if you want all the details I can pass them onto you
just e mail me,It makes for good reading only if you have a Tonkinse.My claim to fame is that I was only the 4th Tonkinses
cat registered in this country as a'true' fully documented Cat Fanciers numberd Tonky.I was never intended to be bred from.Having
seen a Tonkinese in travels the insane writer of this site decided to get one of us as soon as the CFCGB integrated us into
there scheme of things.I can only say how lucky they were and how 'true' to Tonkinese every where I have been.
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Breeding
Tonkinese do not breed true.
Owners say a typical four-kitten litter from a Tonkinese-to-Tonkinese mating will usually result in two kittens which will
look Tonkinese, one Siamese and one Burmese. Most seem to kitten easily, producing between three and six kittens a litter.While
there is still controversy over the legitimacy of Tonkinese as a breed it is now recognised by about 50% of cat control bodies
in Australia.
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As you can see from the above picture all my details are pure to those expected from Tonkinses breeders. What you cant see
is my baggy belly and the lack of teeth.My self induced,all most amputated,now deformed leg.My climbing abilities are legend
,as are my falling off abilities.Attributes to numerous to mention,bad points equal to the afore.Apart from that I'm spoilt
and pay my dues in conversation and just being around to be chatted 'at'.Le Purzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!
~o0 To err'is human ~o0o~ to purr so feline 0o~
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