Cat breeds
18 breeds, sorted by estimated monthly cost. Every entry links to a full breakdown and to side-by-side comparisons with similar breeds.
| Breed | Weight | Lifespan | Monthly | Shedding | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munchkin | 2.5–4 kg | 12–15 yr | $54 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Russian Blue | 3–5.5 kg | 15–20 yr | $56 | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Turkish Angora | 2.5–5 kg | 12–18 yr | $56 | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Siamese | 3–5.5 kg | 12–16 yr | $57 | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Chinese Domestic Cat | 3–6 kg | 13–20 yr | $57 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Abyssinian | 3.5–5 kg | 12–15 yr | $57 | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dragon Li | 3.5–6 kg | 14–20 yr | $57 | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Birman | 3–6 kg | 12–16 yr | $57 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Exotic Shorthair | 3–6 kg | 12–15 yr | $58 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Scottish Fold | 3–6 kg | 11–14 yr | $58 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| American Shorthair | 3.5–7 kg | 13–17 yr | $59 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| British Shorthair | 4–7 kg | 12–16 yr | $60 | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Bengal | 4–7 kg | 12–16 yr | $60 | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Sphynx | 3–5.5 kg | 9–15 yr | $92 | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Norwegian Forest Cat | 4–9 kg | 12–16 yr | $98 | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Ragdoll | 4.5–9 kg | 12–15 yr | $99 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Maine Coon | 5–11 kg | 10–14 yr | $101 | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Persian | 3–6 kg | 12–15 yr | $106 | 4/5 | 5/5 |