Four of the world's most expensive breeds of cat.Four of the world's most expensive breeds of cat.
Four of the world's most expensive breeds of cat. | Canva/Getty Images

Costly Cats 2025: Here are the 13 most expensive breeds of adorable cat - including the loving Ragdoll 🐱

By David Hepburn

Writer-at-large

Published 12th Mar 2025, 16:47 BST

You’ll need deep pockets if you want to own one of these expensive felines.

We’re a nation of cat lovers - with more than 10 million feline friends belonging to households across the UK.

It means they are the second most popular household pet after dogs, with a whole range of different breeds to choose from.

Acording to The International Cat Association there are 73 ‘standardised breeds’, along with a bewildering number of crosses.

Different breeds cost vastly different amounts of money, with some rarer animals commanding jaw-dropping prices.

Of course, there’s no need to shell out a fortune on a cat, with many pets available for adoption from one of the many cat rescue and rehoming centres across the UK.

That said, here are the world’s 13 most expensive breeds of cat.

These fluffy, large cats originate from Russia and are known for their thick triple-layered coat, which makes them well-suited for cold climates. Siberians are friendly, intelligent, and hypoallergenic, making them a popular yet pricey breed - expect to pay anywhere from £1,000 to £5,000.

9. Siberian

These fluffy, large cats originate from Russia and are known for their thick triple-layered coat, which makes them well-suited for cold climates. Siberians are friendly, intelligent, and hypoallergenic, making them a popular yet pricey breed - expect to pay anywhere from £1,000 to £5,000. | Canva/Getty Images

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One of the largest domestic cat breeds, Maine Coons have thick, water-resistant fur and bushy tails. They are friendly, intelligent, and enjoy human interaction. Their thick coat requires regular grooming. Expect to pay from £1,000-£3,500.

10. Maine Coon

One of the largest domestic cat breeds, Maine Coons have thick, water-resistant fur and bushy tails. They are friendly, intelligent, and enjoy human interaction. Their thick coat requires regular grooming. Expect to pay from £1,000-£3,500. | Canva/Getty Images

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The Egyptian Mau is one of the few naturally spotted domestic cats. They are incredibly fast and agile, often displaying a playful and intelligent nature. Their unique appearance and lineage add to their price, whcih ranges from £1,000–£3,000.

11. Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian Mau is one of the few naturally spotted domestic cats. They are incredibly fast and agile, often displaying a playful and intelligent nature. Their unique appearance and lineage add to their price, whcih ranges from £1,000–£3,000. | Canva/Getty Images

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One of the UK's most popular cat breeds, Ragdolls are known for their gentle, floppy nature when picked up (hence the name). They have striking blue eyes and semi-long fur that requires moderate grooming. They are social and make excellent indoor pets. They tend to cost around £1,000-£2,500.

12. Ragdoll

One of the UK's most popular cat breeds, Ragdolls are known for their gentle, floppy nature when picked up (hence the name). They have striking blue eyes and semi-long fur that requires moderate grooming. They are social and make excellent indoor pets. They tend to cost around £1,000-£2,500. | Canva/Getty Images

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