The Tonkinese sits between the Burmese and the Siamese, and the stay reflects that: friendly, chatty and light on coat care.
Between Burmese and Siamese
The CFA says most Tonkinese trace back to the same foundation female as the Burmese, crossed with Siamese, and that the Tonk is a medium cat, neither cobby like the Burmese nor svelte like the Siamese, dense and surprisingly heavy when lifted. Our Burmese page covers the Velcro-cat side; the Tonk is the chattier, more outgoing cousin.
Greeters
The CFA calls the Tonkinese intelligent, gregarious and generally quite outgoing, often vocal, and fond of greeting visitors at the door. It says they are very sensitive to their owner's moods. Expect a cat that talks to people passing and watches the room from a level of the tower.
Seasonal shedders
The CFA says Tonkinese are seasonal rather than year-round shedders and suggests brushing two or three times a month with a rubber brush. Bathing is seldom needed unless the cat is shown. A brush before check-in is optional.
Teeth in older cats
The CFA notes a tendency toward gingivitis in older cats. If your senior Tonk needs any treatment, tell us when you book; medications are given at no extra charge. Our senior cat page has more.
What 4 nights cost
Four nights for one Tonkinese is 4 x $35 = $140 on the 2026 rates. A second cat sharing is 4 x $30 = $120. Check-out is by 11:30 AM; afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee.
Records and food
Rabies and FVRCP must be current through the last day. House food is pate plus chicken-and-rice kibble; own food is welcome in its original bag with amounts in cups.
Booking the stay
Use the Book / My Account link to send an online booking request, and upload your cat's vaccine records there. The kennel confirms every reservation, and a boarding agreement is signed once. Drop-off and pick-up run 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM every day. Tours are open 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM with no appointment, and a staff member walks the cattery with you.