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Breed information
Length range : 51-61 cm
Height range : 23-33cm
Weight range : 3.6-6.8kg
Coat : Short coat|dense / extremely soft|dramatic striped and glittered pelt
Life expectancy years : 9-15
Colors: brown mackerel tabby|orange coat with dark stripes|tan|chocolate|brown|sable|tabby pattern.
Activitity Level : High
Origin: Myanmar
Similar Breeds : Bengal|Egyptian Mau|Savannah Cat|Australian Mist Cat|Ocicat
History
The breed was developed in the late 1980s by Judy Sugden using domestic shorthair and Bengal foundation cats. Key cats named in the sources include Scrapmetal , Millwood Rumpled Spotskin , Millwood Sharp Shooter and Jammu Blu. TICA accepted the Toyger for registration in 1993 and it later gained championship recognition in 2007. Purina also notes recognition by the GCCF in June 2016.
Temperament
Affectionate
Personality
Affectionate|friendly|outgoing|intelligent|interactive|laid-back|playful|calm|easy to train|family friendly|sociable
Needs
Needs high-level enrichment , puzzle toys , climbing structures , dependable interaction and a secure outdoor run or enclosed garden if given outdoor access
Social Needs
Toygers are sociable and dependent , enjoy people , can live well with respectful children and other pets , and do not cope well with being left alone for long periods
Grooming
Grooming is relatively simple. Sources suggest weekly brushing or a grooming glove several times a week with more frequent brushing during shedding. Regular nail trims , ear checks , tooth brushing and parasite checks are also advised.
Nutrition
Toygers need a quality balanced diet with fresh water always available. Feeding should support ideal body condition and avoid obesity. Sources mention wet or dry food can be used and portion control matters.
Breed Standard
The Toyger is a loving , glittered , medium-sized domestic shorthair companion cat bred for tiger-like pattern , confidence and movement. Desired traits include dependable quiet temperament , laid-back personality , intelligence , trainability , athletic ability , stately movement , excellent health and longevity.
Did you know?
There is no tiger blood in the Toyger even though it was designed to resemble a miniature tiger.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease, Pyruvate kinase deficiency, Feline dental disease, Progressive retinal atrophy
Symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Heart murmur or gallop rhythm , increased resting respiratory rate , lethargy and laboured breathing may occur.
2. Open-mouth breathing , panting and sudden hind-limb paralysis might appear in severe cases.
Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease
1. Chronic soft stools or diarrhea , vomiting , flatulence and appetite changes may occur.
2. Weight loss despite a good appetite might be seen with malabsorption.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
1. Lethargy , weakness , pale gums , poor appetite and weight loss may occur.
2. Jaundice and enlarged spleen might appear during anemic episodes.
Feline dental disease
1. Bad breath , red swollen or bleeding gums , yellow-brown tartar , drooling and pawing at the mouth may occur.
2. Difficulty eating , loose teeth , lethargy , weight loss and poor grooming might appear.
Progressive retinal atrophy
1. Night blindness may appear first.
2. Dilated pupils , increased eye shine , clumsiness in dim light and later daylight blindness might occur.
Onset of symptoms
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. Genetic risk is present from birth.
2. A murmur may be detected in young cats while clinical signs often develop in adults around 2 to 8 years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Risk may be moderate to high because Bengal foundation lines are noted as significant.
2. Probability may depend on breeder cardiac screening.
Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease
1. Signs can begin in kittenhood.
2. It may become a lifelong management issue.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Risk may be high and digestive sensitivity is described as commonly reported.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
1. Signs are highly variable.
2. They may appear in kittens or may not be noticed until around 3 to 5 years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Risk may be low if responsible breeder DNA testing is used.
Feline dental disease
1. Mild gingivitis may start around 1 to 2 years.
2. Significant disease is common by 4 to 5 years without intervention.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Risk may be very high.
2. Over 85% of cats over three years may have some form of dental disease.
Progressive retinal atrophy
1. Vision loss may become noticeable in young adults.
2. It often begins around 2 years and may progress over several years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Risk may be low if responsible breeder DNA testing is used.
Reasons
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
1. No specific deficiency is indicated although taurine is noted as essential for feline heart muscle function.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency:
1. This is a genetic enzyme defect rather than a nutritional deficiency.
2. B-vitamins , especially B12 and folate , and iron needs may rise during anemia.
Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease
1. Cobalamin vitamin B12 may be lacking with chronic intestinal disease.
2. Lack of appropriate dietary fiber may worsen stool quality.
Feline dental disease
1. No chemical deficiency is indicated because plaque and inflammation are emphasized.
Progressive retinal atrophy
- 1. No chemical lack is indicated because this is genetic.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy:
- 1. Breeder screening with annual echocardiograms may help reduce risk.
2. Management may include medicines that help the heart relax , diuretics and blood thinners for diagnosed cats.
Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease:
- 1. Highly digestible , novel protein or hydrolyzed diets may help.
2. If inflammatory bowel disease is diagnosed then corticosteroids might be used.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- 1. Prevention may rely on breeder DNA testing.
2. Supportive care might include transfusion in severe anemia , splenectomy in selected cases and stress reduction.
Feline dental disease:
- 1. Daily tooth brushing may help reduce plaque.
2. Professional cleaning under anesthesia , full-mouth dental X-rays , debridement and extraction of non-viable teeth might be needed.
Progressive retinal atrophy:
- 1. Prevention may rely on responsible breeder DNA testing.
2. Management may include keeping the cat indoors and avoiding furniture changes as blindness progresses. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy :
- 1. Omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for anti-inflammatory support and arrhythmia reduction.
2. Coenzyme Q10 can,might be helpful for heart muscle energy support.
3. Taurine and L-carnitine can,might be helpful for heart muscle energy metabolism.
Digestive sensitivity and inflammatory bowel disease
- 1. Probiotics can,might be helpful for gut microbiome support.
2. Digestive enzymes can,might be helpful for food breakdown.
3. Psyllium husk can,might be helpful for stool form.
4. Vitamin B12 can,might be helpful if deficiency is confirmed.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- 1. B-vitamin complex can,might be helpful for red blood cell support.
2. Iron can,might be helpful only if iron deficiency is confirmed.
Feline dental disease
- 1. Water additives or dental gels can,might be helpful for plaque reduction.
2. VOHC-approved dental treats can,might be helpful for mechanical plaque reduction.
Progressive retinal atrophy
- 1. No supplement has been shown in the text to stop or reverse PRA.
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