TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Chapter One: Biological and Historical Data 3
- Taxonomy 4
- How Did Tonkinese Cats Came About? 4
- Biological Facts 6
- Quick Facts 7
- Chapter Two: Keeping Tonkinese Cats 9
- Behavior, Characteristics, and Temperament 10
- Socializing with Children and Other Pets 11
- Is this the Right Breed for You? 12
- Cat Permits and Regulations 13
- Licensing for Cats in the U.S. 14
- Licensing for Cats in the U.K. 16
- Travel Permits for Cats 16
- Financial Aspects of Cat Keeping 17
- Average Price of the Tonkinese Cats 18
- Cat Accessories 18
- Veterinary Expenses 20
- Chapter Three: Selecting the Right Tonkinese Cat 25
- Places to Purchase your Tonkinese Cat Breed 26
- Cat Breeder Checklist 30
- Physical and Behavioral Checklist for Tonkinese Cats 32
- Acquiring and Adopting Tonkinese Cats 34
- How About Adoption? 34
- Chapter Four: Housing and Accessories for Your Tonkinese Cats 39
- Cat Keeping Must Have’s! 40
- Cat – Proofing Tips 43
- Chapter Five: Essential Nutrients for Your Cat 49
- Satisfying Your Tonkinese Needs 50
- Feeding Guidelines for your Tonkinese Cat Breed 51
- Types of Commercial Cat Foods 53
- Tips in Feeding Your Tonkinese Cat 54
- How to Feed Tonkinese Kittens? 55
- How to Feed Adult/ Matured Tonkinese Cats? 55
- Chapter Six: Housebreaking and Grooming Tips 57
- Training Your Tonkinese Cat 58
- Hygiene for Your Tonkinese Cat 62
- Chapter Seven: Showing Your Tonkinese Cats 67
- Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) Score board 68
- Showing Tips 73
- Chapter Eight: Reproduction in Cats 77
- Breeding Basics 78
- Signs of Copulation in Cats 79
- Rearing Kittens 85
- Chapter Nine: Common Illnesses of Tonkinese Cats 87
- Common Health Problems 88
- Vomiting 88
- Feline Lower Urinary Tract Diseases (FLUTD) 89
- Fleas 90
- Tapeworms 91
- Diarrhea 92
- Eye Problems 92
- Quick Summary and Care Sheet 95
- Glossary of Cat Terms 101
- Index 107
- Photo Credits 111
- References 113
