Abyssinian vs British Shorthair Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. British Shorthair: $420-$1,100/yr. That's a $35/yr gap in average costs. Here's where the money goes.
Abyssinian
$6,500-$16,500
lifetime vet costs (15 yrs)
moderate health risk
Lifetime Gap
$650
Abyssinian costs less
British Shorthair
$6,800-$17,500
lifetime vet costs (15 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | British Shorthair | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $760/yr | Abyssinian |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $420-$1,100 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $310/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $450/yr | Abyssinian |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $32-$68/mo | Abyssinian |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $175-$420 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $6,800-$17,500 | Abyssinian |
Abyssinian Health Risks
moderate risk · medium, 6-10 lbs · 15-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Renal amyloidosis (5-8%) $500-$5,000
- Progressive retinal atrophy (rdAc-PRA) (3-5%) $100-$400
- Dental disease (FORL) (30-40%) $300-$900
- Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PK-Def) (5-10%) $200-$2,000
British Shorthair Health Risks
moderate risk · medium, 7-17 lbs · 15-year lifespan · 1-2 visits/year average
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) (15-20%) $500-$5,000
- Polycystic kidney disease (PKD1) (5-8%) $500-$5,000
- Obesity (40-50%) $100-$500
Breed-Specific Procedures
Abyssinian
- rdAc-PRA + PK-Def DNA test $80-$180
- Kidney function blood panel $100-$250
- Dental cleaning + X-rays $300-$800
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
British Shorthair
- Cardiac ultrasound (HCM screening) $250-$500
- PKD DNA test $50-$100
- Dental cleaning $300-$700
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
Insurance: Is It Worth It?
Abyssinian
$30-$65/mo ($360-$780/yr)
moderate risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
British Shorthair
$32-$68/mo ($384-$816/yr)
moderate risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
Premiums from Nationwide, ASPCA, and Embrace. Accident + illness plans, $500 deductible, 80% reimbursement.