Bengal vs Maine Coon Vet Costs
Bengal owners spend $430-$1,100/yr at the vet. Maine Coon: $450-$1,200/yr. That's a $60/yr gap in average costs. Here's where the money goes.
Bengal
$6,800-$16,500
lifetime vet costs (14 yrs)
moderate health risk
Lifetime Gap
$350
Bengal costs less
Maine Coon
$7,000-$17,000
lifetime vet costs (13 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Bengal | Maine Coon | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $765/yr | $825/yr | Bengal |
| Annual Range | $430-$1,100 | $450-$1,200 | - |
| Preventive Care | $310/yr | $330/yr | Bengal |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $470/yr | $550/yr | Bengal |
| Pet Insurance | $32-$68/mo | $35-$72/mo | Bengal |
| Spay/Neuter | $175-$420 | $200-$450 | Bengal |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,800-$16,500 | $7,000-$17,000 | Bengal |
Bengal Health Risks
moderate risk · medium, 8-15 lbs · 14-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA-b) (8-12%) $150-$500
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) (10-15%) $500-$5,000
- Tritrichomonas foetus (10-20%) $100-$500
- Flat-chested kitten syndrome (1-5%) $200-$1,000
Maine Coon Health Risks
moderate risk · large, 10-25 lbs · 13-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) (25-35%) $500-$5,000
- Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) (3-5%) $100-$1,000
- Hip dysplasia (15-20%) $1,000-$4,000
Breed-Specific Procedures
Bengal
- PRA-b DNA test $50-$100
- Cardiac ultrasound $250-$500
- Fecal PCR test $80-$200
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
Maine Coon
- Cardiac ultrasound (HCM screening) $250-$500
- HCM DNA test (MyBPC3) $50-$100
- Dental cleaning $300-$700
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$280
Insurance: Is It Worth It?
Bengal
$32-$68/mo ($384-$816/yr)
moderate risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
Maine Coon
$35-$72/mo ($420-$864/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.