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Many people do not take into account all the related costs when adopting a new kitten or cat, this quiz is designed to make people think before adopting a new kitten or cat.

Buying a cat from a breeder is the most expensive option, however the cat will have good genes and be less prone to genetically related illness.

The cheapest option is to adopt a cat who will have already been vaccinated and microchipped from a registered shelter.

A 'FREE' kitten/cat from a local person costs a surprising £180 to bring up to the health standards of a shelter cat.

This quiz looks at the inital costs of adopting a new cat, if you want to look at the ongoing costs of caring for your cat, read the PIFTails Ongoing Cost quiz.

Q1. Where will you adopt your cat from ? at a cost of £

Q2. Will your new cat be up to date with vaccines ? at a cost of £

Q3. Will your cat be already altered or this cost included as part of the adoption fees ? at a cost of £

Q4. How will you ensure your cat is free of Feline Aids and Leukaemia ? at a cost of £

Q5. How will you ensure your cat is identified as your cat ? at a cost of £

Total Cost of Your New Cat £