You can adopt a cat from a shelter at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost to adopt a cat is $25 to $100, which covers the expenses of caring for the cat before adoption. Buying an exotic kitten from a reputable breeder in the United States can be very expensive. Depending on their breeding, coloring, and look, kittens can cost anywhere from $500 to $5,000. If you are set on a certain breed, please also consider breed-specific rescues.

You can start by doing a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available tabby cats in your area.