Cat costs


 * More likely than not, the adopting agency will charge a fee to help defray the cost of taking in unwanted or lost animals. The adoption fee you pay will be a tiny fraction of the money you will spend over the life of your pet.
 * You may need to pay for your adopted cat to be spayed or neutered before bringing him or her home.
 * Some expenses are mandatory for all pets, including:
 * Food
 * Routine veterinary care
 * Licensing according to local regulations
 * Collars and identification tags
 * Kitty litter and box
 * Basic grooming equipment and supplies.
 * Other expenditures may not be required but are recommended
 * Permanent identification, such as a microchip or tattoo
 * Additional grooming supplies or professional grooming (depending on your new cat’s needs)
 * A spare collar
 * A bed and toys
 * A crate or carrier
 * Unexpected costs: Accidents and illness can result in costly emergency veterinary care. Recovery tools for finding a missing pet can include posters and rewards.
 * A cat with special physical or behavioral challenges may require specialized professional support to overcome any obstacles these issues present