estimated cost of caring for a cat
Get a short-haired animal to avoid paying for professional grooming. Cats (Life expectancy up to 20 years) Bottom line: $835 a year. Many people think of cats as a low-maintenance alternative to dogs, but the BCSPCA estimates it will still cost you $835 to keep a cat for one year. â¢ One-time costs: Basics like food and water dishes, a collar, brush and comb, litter box and scoop, scratching post, cat carrier and a few toys add up to over $100.