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Price and budget
# How much does a Oriental Shorthair kitten cost?
United Kingdom
The purchase price varies mainly depending on the quality of the lineage, compliance with the standard, the reputation of the cattery and the socialization work carried out on the kittens. A higher range is often explained by serious health monitoring and rigorous selection.
Purchase price
## It all depends on where your kitten comes from
For this breed, still relatively little-known, turning to a specialized and registered breeder remains the safest way to benefit from a properly identified, socialized kitten with proper health monitoring.
| Specialized breedingThe right choice Kitten identified, socialized and monitored according to the seriousness of the breeding operation. | €600 – €1,500 |
| --- | --- |
- Origins and pedigree
- +10% to +40%
- Health tests and breeding quality
- +10% to +30%
- Type, color or desired bloodline
- +5% to +35%
Everyday costs
## What about once they're home?
Food€30
Veterinary care€15
Pet insurance€12
Litter and accessories€8
Total per month≈ €65
## A price that seems too good to be true?
- An abnormally low price should prompt you to check identification, health, and breeding conditions.
- Ask for relevant screening tests for the breeding cats and a clear contract.
- The maintenance budget over several years often exceeds the purchase price.
FAQ
## Your questions about price
Answers to common questions from prospective owners.
### Why does the price vary so much between breeders?
The price depends in particular on the rarity of the breed, the rigor of the breeding selection, health testing, the quality of socialization, and compliance with the standard sought by the breeder.
## Find a Oriental Shorthair breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Oriental Shorthair breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Oriental Shorthair breeders by country
[52 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair/germany) [18 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair/austria) [10 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair) [7 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair/denmark) [5 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair/united-kingdom) [4 breeders of Oriental Shorthair in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair/italy)
[All breeders of Oriental Shorthair in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair)
## Compare real prices near you
Verified catteries with transparent pricing, so you can adopt your Oriental Shorthair with confidence.
[View Oriental Shorthair breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair)
## Compare Oriental Shorthair with other breeds
- [Siamese vs. Oriental Shorthair](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare/siamese-vs-oriental-shorthair)
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