Cost of owning a cat
Having a cat in your life is lot of fun, but there are lot of things to think about before bringing them home. Learn about everything you need to keep them happy and healthy throughout their life and make sure you can meet their welfare needs witch are: Health, Behavior, Companionship, Diet and Environment.
The Animal Welfare Act 2006 places a legal duty of care on their owners or keepers to provide for their animals’ welfare needs including the needs above.
The DEFRA Codes of Practice support the Animal Welfare Act and give owners and keepers more information on how to meet their requirements.
⮞ Read about Animal Welfare legislation here
⮞ Read the Code of Practice on Cat Welfare
It’s important to know how much caring for your cat will cost before you decide to share your life with them. If you are seriously of getting a cat, you need to work out a budget for them monthly, considering your lifestyle will change.
Getting a British Shorthair in UK can cost more then £1.500 through a breeder. Getting your initial setup and supplies can go for approximately from £100 to £1.000+
Total Monthly Cost of Owning a British Shorthair can go for approximately from £100 to £300+ depending on quality of life provide it to your cat each month. You’ll need to factor in costs like food, treats, replacement litter, insurance, vet visits, medications, toys, grooming and environment maintenance.
Additional costs can be emergency veterinary treatment, cat sitting or boarding in a cattery if you need to go away.
Your cat will rely on you for everything, from ensuring they are fed and healthy to being mentally stimulated and loved.
It’s impossible to anticipate everything that could happen. Pets are unpredictable, and we suggest you consider your decision carefully because taking a cat is a huge step!
We estimated that it will cost owners at least £20.000+ to care for their cat over their whole lifetime (18/20 years). This is an estimated minimum cost and it doesn’t take into account any further costs outside of the basics required to meet their welfare needs. If you decide to spend more on your cat’s care or if they live longer than average, they could cost considerably more.
We recommend that all owners take out pet insurance, which is included in our estimate. Sadly, purebred cats are often at higher risk of certain health problems, which could add to your costs.
