When buying a cat, each future owner himself decides what kind of animal he needs: purebred, from titled parents or less impressive in pedigree, but at a democratic price.
If you want to buy a purebred cat, it is important to navigate the criteria by which the value of each animal is determined, and therefore its value. Equally important is the fact that each breed has its own price. It is important for the future owner to know this.
The main factors affecting the cost of various breeds
So, in order to determine the cost of a particular cat breed, you need to consider the following criteria:
Type of a certain breed: the most exotic, of course, have a higher price. For example, a Sphynx will cost significantly more than the usual Siberian or Siamese kittens.
The "correctness" of the exterior is another important indicator. A kitten may be as purebred as its brothers, but as a result of the game of genes, some of its traits may not meet the generally accepted requirements. Such an animal can be bought much cheaper, since one cannot expect high results from it either at exhibitions or in breeding.
The cost can increase significantly if the kitten's parents won prizes at exhibitions. Or the mating of a cat took place in another city or country.
Most purebred cats are quite expensive. However, there are options for purchasing a pet at a lower cost. If the future owner wants to acquire a thoroughbred pet as a friend, he can buy it cheaper, but with the condition of castration, that is, without the right to breed.
Where to get information on the cost of a cat
To find out the approximate cost of a certain breed of cat, it is best to contact a specialized club. Thus, you can protect yourself from deception and from an exorbitantly high price.
Individual cat breeders provide this information as well. However, when relying on breeders distributing their kittens over the Internet, it is important to carefully check all documents on the animals and their compliance with the declared breed. This is especially true for inexperienced buyers.
You can talk with breeders about the cost of the cats they breed at thematic exhibitions. They are regularly held in every major city. You can also buy your favorite animal there. And in order not to overpay, you can find out the real cost of a certain breed of cat at the club. Although there is a difference between an animal and an animal, the price of a cat of the same breed can fluctuate significantly.
