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Temporary & Annual Expenses That Every Cat Owner Needs To Know

Date: 03 Jan 17

If you’re thinking about getting a cat, it’s important to set realistic expectations when it comes to the financial costs associated with becoming a cat owner. Just like any other pet, raising a cat requires more commitment than feeding and playing with it. Make sure you know the initial, temporary expenses and annual costs of becoming a cat owner.

Temporary fees:
First-time medical exam
The first time you take your cat to the vet for medical examination, you should expect to pay around $100. The cost depends on the vet and whether or not you have insurance.

Spaying
The cost of spaying your cat typically cost around $150.

Vaccinations
Kittens usually require various core vaccinations that the vets administer in three sessions (much like dogs). Moreover, cats need a separate vaccination for rabies. The vaccinations can range anywhere from $45 to $85 in the first year.

Litter box and scratching post
If you are cat owner, liter box and a scratching post are essentials. Depending on the brand you buy, you could end up spending around $40-$60.

Continuous expenses:
Food
On average, cat owners spend around $140 on their pet’s food – factors such as the type of brand that they buy play a major role.

Annual check-ups and boosters
To ensure that your cat is healthy, it is crucial to visit the vet every year for a check-up. Additionally, cats need to receive boosters annually. Medical exams usually cost around $130 whereas boosters tend to cost $10 or more.

Cat litter
The average amount of money that cat owners spend on litter is $200 per year.

Pet insurance
Pet insurance for cats typically cost $30 per year.

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