Tokinese race is a new breed, which  was resulted from crossing a Siamese with a Burmese , presenting such characteristics from both breeds. It was first developed in America in the 50s, called Golden Siamese , but  the  race hasn’t  gained popularity, being ignored over time. Only in the 60 reappeared as the Tonkinese, their  popularity were growing, getting to be preferred as pets and  at exhibition. They  have gained full recognition in America in 1975.

Morphological traits

Tonkinese is a medium sized cat. The head is slightly rounded, of medium width. Seen in profile, the nose appears obliquely, pointing to a firm chin. The ears are well apart, being wider at the base, thinning toward the tip, slightly rounded. Outline of the ear follows the line, face up to its base. The eyes are far and as more open than those targeted but not completely round, and are slightly inclined towards the nose. Eyes exhibition cats are  like  greenish blue, but colors can vary from green to blue. Copulation is well balanced, strong and muscular, and the posterior is slightly elevated. The legs are thin and muscular and the rear limbs are slightly longer than the front. The paws are oval and arranged his fingers. The tail is supple, and when brought along the body reaches the cat’s shoulders. Race Tonkinese doesn’t have any health issues  being  able to live long and active life. It is recommended, as in the other races, a routine annual inspection at the  veterinary officers to check the kidney and the liver.

Character and behavior
Tonkinese cats as  the race have the same nature as friendly and related breeds, Siamese and Burmese.  They are ideal as a family animal and they are oriented to the human company. They are very vigorous and intelligent. Can be trained to do various tricks and they need toys and games for fun. They like to always have company and, if need to be left alone for a longer period of time, a companion is essential. No noisy cats, love to spin near the master and to follow him everywhere. Their natural curiosity often puts them in difficult situations,  and it would be better to limit access to outside the house, especially if you do not have a good garden closed. It  doesn’t bothers them to be house cats as long as they have a companion and many toys with which to occupy their time.

Tonkinese cats in the breed does not require special care, whereas it has  short coat  that is easy self-maintenance, yet enjoyed the attention that is given by care. The coat should be short and attached to the body. The texture is smooth, soft and silky, with a glossy sheen. Types of fur require that the , mask, ears, feet and tail to be darker than the body.

Hyper, active, vocal, intelligent, timid, affectionate and playful it has it all; the Siamese. Originating from Thailand as the name indicates Saim now Thailand. Siamese were once the royal cats because they are very protective of their owners and this is the trait that is still alive in the genes of this breed of cat. They are very active and known for their this characteristic that they always want to do something and need someone around to play with and if they don’t have any companion to play with then they try to find companions or time pass in the things that are around the house.

They are very elegant where the slim look makes it more stylish but they are very flexible and well muscled. It has large ears which is more of a trademark of Siamese with a thin and long neck; just like the tail that is also very long but that adds more beauty to the over all structure of Siamese. Siamese come in different colors dark brown with black points (seal point), cool gray points (blue point), chocolate points and lilac point but at the time of birth they are either cream or pure white then later as Siamese grew they start to develop color and eventually after 2years it gets to the final color. Siamese eyes are almond shaped they have either chartreuse, yellow, or gold colors but often then will end up with blue eyes that are intermediate in color between whitish blue and navy blue.

Siamese are very known and popular because of their playful and intelligent nature and the extra kick is provided by the talking that it do, it does communicate in its own distinctive way. Either if Siamese want to seek attention or if they want to show their discomfort to something or maybe they want to demand for a certain thing they are likely going to explore the vocal mean they are very talkative and they are very vocal. They form bond with people or any other companion if its dog or some other animal very quickly and easily. They get attached to people but they often developing a liking for one person but they are also very family oriented, when every they sense any danger or threat approaching towards the owner they get into a protective mode so either jump into their lap or get closer in order to body guard the owner no matter how grave the danger is or the threat it is going to pose to its vary life but it don’t hesitate in defending the owner. Unlike other cats who often goes under the seat of the car while traveling it just simply enjoys the ride and don’t bother while traveling in the car. They need grooming because they shed and it is important to keep their ear and eyes clean, hand grooming is all it needs once a week is enough. Their average life span is between 18-20 years, they cost about $800 to $1100.

The name as it is showcases the sheer grace that it caries in its persona; the attraction and the beauty that it has earns it the name similar to Balinese Dancers that is why called Balinese. Though they are very similar in color and other feature to Siamese but they don’t inherit the hyper attitude which makes them very subtle and adaptive. They are very affectionate creatures and once they are in the house then the house doesn’t belong to you; they simply own it then. They go along with other animals very well especially suitable for those who have dogs at their house; they go along very well with dogs. It is developed with the cross breeding of Oriental Cat with Siamese. The longhair it inherits from oriental cat and the marking on its heads and ears comes from Siamese. Siamese are known for their hyper nature and their very talkative though Balinese have adopted that trait but as compared to their ancestors they are less talkative. They have tall legs and long body which makes them look very good; though they are not that big in the diameter therefore it makes them very playful and active. Balinese are famous for their long, plume tail though there is a wide variety of traditional colors like blue, chocolate, lilac, seal and lynx. The maintenance of Balinese is very easy and its silky, single coat lying close to the body, with hair length of half inch to two inches does not requires frequent brushing but they love being brushed and the most astonishing factor is that they hardly shed in fact 90-95% not shedding.

Balinese are very family oriented they go along very well with the environment in the house and are very timid as they can be carried out to travel with you even If it’s a 10 hour long drive. They are very talkative; this is a trait very similar to Siamese in fact this is where Balinese inherited it from actually but they don’t have a sharp voice like Siamese have. They like to seek the attention of those who are often around them and this is a tool that Balinese always use to seek attention as they like some activity going around them because they are full of affection and are very loveable. They always like to hang around people and when they sense that you want to be alone for a while or you go to sleep they will wait for the moment when it can sit back onto your lap they are very active and alert as well they recognize people and in case of the arrival of any stranger or new person into the house they are going to make you aware of their presence. It costs $500 to $600 and can live up to 12-15 years. Almost no shedding, startling loyalty, dog like attitude and a plus of talkative feature makes it one of the sought out cat breed.

Oriental cat is actually a Siamese with different color fur and green eyes. The form and the temperament  are identical with the ones in Siamese cat . Oriental breed was created by crossing a breed of cats of  Siamese breed with cats from other breeds,  to produce different colors of Siamese. Black Siamese is one of the oldest types of cats but only in 1950 began to make efforts to change the color of the first race. Havana was the first Oriental cat champion who won the status of the exhibitions for cats.

Morphological traits:

Oriental cats of breed standards are the same as for Siamese cats, regardless of color or type. They are medium sized cats, but appear to be more cumbersome than they actually are. In fact, Siamese and oriental short hair are practically the same race. Oriental short hair was created as desired characteristic  Siamese signs  distribution throughout the body. The first step in getting new breeds of cats were crossing twins in  one color  flexible specimens . The result came soon: a cat like Siamese, but  with no specific  Himalayan model. The head, of medium size, form a perfect equilateral triangle beginning at the nose and the ears, increased gradually, with straight lines, without hollow pear trees in the right touch. Profile is elongated and straight, slightly convex and without stop. The ears are large, broad based and distance.  She needs to be fed 80 kcal / kg / day. Under no circumstances, the Oriental cat should not be fat.
Oriental cats have  specific breed health problems. An annual inspection is recommended, however, since the age of eight years for  checking liver and functioning kidneys, as well as for cleaner teeth.

Character and temperament:

As Siamese ,the Oriental cats  are intelligent cats, curious ,who know how to make known their presence. They like to “talk” with their human companions and always expect a reply. They want to be part of the family and they love to play. Oriental Cats inherited from twins not only look, with the Siamese  but also  have their temperament. Like Siamese cats, the Oriental  are very “talkative”. Once you arrive home full of enthusiasm  you will be welcomed at the door and she  will tell you what she have done. If you are late and she  will argue with you, “saying” that she was  worry because  you were not given any phone. Eastern has a colorful personality. They are  very attached to people and want desperately to share life with them.
Short and glossy coat Oriental cats do not require very much care, but it is better to grant them from time to time carefully, because this makes them very happy.

Varieties.

The most interesting thing to Oriental, besides their great personality, is that  they are known in over 300 different colors and designs. Shepherd sheds hair very little.