Bengal vs Siamese Vet Costs
Bengal owners spend $430-$1,100/yr at the vet. Siamese: $400-$1,100/yr. That's a $15/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
$100
Bengal costs less
Siamese
$6,500-$17,000
lifetime vet costs (15 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Bengal | Siamese | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $765/yr | $750/yr | Siamese |
| Annual Range | $430-$1,100 | $400-$1,100 | - |
| Preventive Care | $310/yr | $300/yr | Siamese |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $470/yr | $450/yr | Siamese |
| Pet Insurance | $32-$68/mo | $30-$65/mo | Siamese |
| Spay/Neuter | $175-$420 | $175-$400 | Bengal |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,800-$16,500 | $6,500-$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
Siamese Health Risks
moderate risk · medium, 6-14 lbs · 15-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Dental disease (FORL) (40-50%) $300-$1,200
- Amyloidosis (5-8%) $500-$5,000
- Respiratory issues (10-15%) $100-$800
- Progressive retinal atrophy (3-5%) $100-$400
Breed-Specific Procedures
Bengal
- PRA-b DNA test $50-$100
- Cardiac ultrasound $250-$500
- Fecal PCR test $80-$200
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
Siamese
- Dental cleaning + FORL check $300-$800
- Liver function blood panel $100-$250
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
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.
Siamese
$30-$65/mo ($360-$780/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.