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Price and budget
# How much does a Tonkinese kitten cost?
Canada
The Tonkinese remains a fairly rare breed, which can influence the price level and the availability of kittens. Beyond the purchase price, it is important to assess the quality of the breeding, socialization, health monitoring and transparency about lineage before any adoption.
Purchase price
## It all depends on where your kitten comes from
Acquiring a Tonkinese must be done through a reputable breeder able to provide the kitten’s identification, its health monitoring, and clear information about the breeding cats. The rarity of the breed often requires anticipating your search and carefully comparing the conditions offered.
| LOOF breedingThe right choice To be preferred for traceability, socialization, and health monitoring of the kitten. | €700 – €950 |
| --- | --- |
- Origins and pedigree
- +10% to +40%
- Health tests and breeding quality
- +10% to +30%
- Type, color or sought-after lineage
- +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 animals 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 is the Tonkinese sometimes difficult to find?
The breed remains relatively rare in Europe and in France, with a more limited number of breeders than for more widespread breeds. This rarity can lengthen waiting times and reduce the available choice.
## Find a Tonkinese breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Tonkinese breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Tonkinese breeders by country
[4 breeders of Tonkinese in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tonkinese) [1 breeder of Tonkinese in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tonkinese/germany)
[All breeders of Tonkinese in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tonkinese)
## Compare real prices near you
Verified catteries with transparent pricing, so you can adopt your Tonkinese with confidence.
[View Tonkinese breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tonkinese)
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