An animal that has been worshipped for centuries, people simply can’t seem to get enough of cats and all that they offer.
Coming in various shapes and sizes, cats are simply one of the most adorable and treasured creatures we humans have even known - so it is easy to see why so many get obsessed.
However, in a world of beautiful kitty cats, these 9 breeds stand out above the rest when it comes to cost according to financesonline.com.
*While cat breeds do share similar traits, we advise each cat does have their own personality and individual needs – including medical, which is of primary importance when taking a cat into your home. Please be aware of this if adopting a cat.
1. Ashera
The Ashera is reportedly the most expensive breed of cat on the globe, with this beautiful breed of cat costing up to $125,000. This breed is a mix between an African Serval, an Asian Leopard and a domesticated cat. Photo: YouTube
2. Savannah
This cross breed cat is a mix of a serval and a domestic cat. This breed has been known to cost upwards of $50,000. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
3. Bengal
The Bengal cat breed is designed using hybrids of domestic cats, including the Egyptian Mau, with the Asian leopard cat. The breed name comes from the leopard cat's taxonomic name. This breed can cost as much as $25,000. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
4. Peterbald
The Peterbald cat breed is of Russian decent and was reportedly created using experimental breeding. They reportedly cost as much as $5,000. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro