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Pro's & Cons of the Tonkinese Catdog

Pro’s:

A strong, healthy breed with few known hereditary illnesses: A huge perk of this new cross breed is that there is hardly no inbreeding (since new bloodlines can be created so easily), meaning they tend to be healthier than most other pedigree cats.
Very affectionate, curious and strong-willed.
Tend to get along well with dogs (I think they think they are dogs).
Loyal, one people cats (even though most of them are very loving to the rest of the family too).
They require little grooming and upkeep
Ridiculously Intelligent: They are known for being quite trainable, but on the other hand they are even better known for their autodidactic skills: e.g. teaching themselves to play fetch and/or open every door imaginable.

Which brings us to the cons:

With intelligence comes mischief. Like I said, cats that can open any door can be a nuisance. So is their insistence on playing fetch. They with decide when they wanna play, and will drop their toys at your feet, never giving up before your imminent surrender.
Because they are so affectionate, Tonks don’t function well when they don’t get enough attention or are left alone for long periods of time. It is therefore advisable to make sure it has companionship (e.g. another cat or dog) if you’re away at work all day.
Tonks can be very dominant and can occasionally even bully your existing pets (or small children). If you already have several other cats already, it is therefore advisable you opt for a kitten that isn’t all over the place. Don’t automatically go for the most playful kitten that comes up to you right away – they may initially be the most attractive, but will likely also be the most dominant (or even aggressive) of the litter.
There aren’t too many breeders out there, which can make it tough to find good, available kittens in your area. Because they tend to be quite a bit rarer than the more popular breeds, they’re usually rather expensive, but keeping in mind what incredible, healthy and unique companions they make, that shouldn’t be too much of a problem for serious new owners.