10 Longest-Lived Cat Breeds
We all wish that our cats would live forever or at least as long as we do, but unfortunately, they do not, causing much grief. If you are thinking of getting a new cat, then you can at least consider these longest-lived cat breeds when making your decision.
1. AMERICAN SHORTHAIR
The American Shorthair lives from 15 to 20 years, topping the list of longest-lived cat breeds. Cost: $500-800.
2. RUSSIAN BLUE
The Russian Blue is next in line and lives from 15 to 20 years. Cost $400-600.
3. SAVANNAH
The Savannah lives from 12 to 20 years and tops this list as most expensive. Cost: $1,000-20,000.
4. BALINESE
The Balinese also lives from 12 to 20 years but costs $650-800.
5. BURMESE
The Burmese lives on average from 16 to 18 years. Cost: $600-1000.
6. BOMBAY
Average life span for a Bombay is from 12 to 16 years. Cost: $500-700.
7. RAGDOLL
The Ragdoll lives on average 15 years and costs $800-2000.
8. EGYPTIAN MAU
The Egyptian Mau lives on average from 12 to 15 years and costs $ 900-2,500.
9. SIAMESE
The Siamese life span is from 10 to 12 years and costs $600-2,500.
10. SPHYNX
The Sphynx is the shortest-lived cat on this list with an average life span of just 10 years. Cost: $1,500-6000.
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