Okay, so a few days ago, I started thinking about getting a cat. Not just any cat, though – I specifically wanted a black cat. You know, they have this mysterious vibe that I really dig. But then I realized, I have no clue how much these cute creatures cost. So, I decided to dig into it and share my findings with y’all.
First, I checked out some local pet shops near me. I drove to a few, asked around, and petted some adorable black kittens while I was there. Most of them were selling for anywhere between $50 and $200. Not too bad, I thought. But I knew that prices can vary a lot, so I didn’t stop there.
Next, I hopped online and started browsing different classifieds sites, like Pets4Homes. Man, there were tons of listings for black kittens! I saw prices ranging all over the place, some as low as $50 and others going up to a couple hundred bucks. It really depended on the breed and where the kitten was coming from.
Then, I remembered someone told me about animal shelters. I figured it’d be a good idea to check them out, not just for the price but also to give a home to a cat in need. I visited a few shelters, and most of them had black cats up for adoption. The adoption fees were generally lower than buying from a pet shop, usually around $50 to $150. Plus, they often spay or neuter the cats before adoption, which can save you some extra cash in the long run. A neuter for a cat can be around $50 to $500. That’s important to know, I guess.
I also found out that some specific breeds, like the Bombay, can be much more expensive. I looked up some Bombay cat breeders, and their prices were way higher, ranging from $600 to over $1000! These are purebred cats, so it makes sense that they’d cost more. I even read that there are about 22 different breeds that can have a solid black coat. The Bombay is the only one that’s always black, though. They say black cats bring good luck, too.
After all that research, here’s what I’ve gathered:
- Pet shops: $50 – $200, depending on the shop and the kitten’s background.
- Classifieds sites: $50 – $200+, varies a lot based on breed and seller.
- Animal shelters: $50 – $150, adoption fees, often includes spaying/neutering.
- Breeders (e.g., Bombay): $600 – $1000+, for purebred black cats.
Important Fact
Approximately 33% of all cats adopted from animal shelters are black.
So, there you have it. Getting a black cat can cost anywhere from $50 to over $1000, depending on where you get it from and what breed you’re looking for. And it is better to get 2 kittens together than one if you already have an adult cat.
I’m still deciding, but I’m leaning towards adopting from a shelter. It feels good to give a home to a cat that needs one, and the lower cost is definitely a plus. I hope this helps anyone else who’s wondering about the cost of a black cat. They’re totally worth it, whatever the price!
