rom companionship to the sound of a reassuring purr, there are many advantages to owning a cat. But before heading out with a cat basket to get one, it’s worth considering the cost. Even the average moggie can set back its owners thousands of pounds over the course of a lifetime.
What are the financial costs of owning a cat?
Unless you go for a rare breed, probably not as much as owning a dog. That’s the good news. On the flip side, the costs can mount up.
There may be a purchase fee, plus vets’ bills, microchipping, jabs and you might have to pay to get a cat-flap fitted to your back door. Then there’s all that feeding you’ll need to do and don’t forget the cat litter. None of these commitments need to break the bank, but they all contribute to the bill and, as such, require consideration.
Where do you get cats from and how much do they cost?
A kitten might set you back around £150, but breeds such as Russian Blue, Maine Coon and Norwegian Forest can be 10 times the price. Exotic breeds such as the Bengal, Savannah and Ashera can run into five-figure sums.
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