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Ragdoll vs British Shorthair

Over a lifetime the British Shorthair is the cheaper to own ($22,800 vs $24,800).
Annual cost compared (USD)
■ Ragdoll■ British Shorthair$295$250Food/yr$410$360Insurance/yr$550$400Vet/yr
Lifetime cost compared (USD)
$25kRagdoll$23kBritish Shorthair
AxisRagdollBritish Shorthair
SizeLargeMedium
Avg weight15 lb12 lb
Lifespan12–17 yr12–20 yr
Food / year$295$250
Insurance / year$410$360
Total annual$1,540$1,290
Lifetime cost$24,800$22,800
Shedding3/53/5
Health conditions tracked33
Food computed from weight (RER/MER); insurance = NAPHIA average × health-risk tier. US estimates.

Is a Ragdoll or British Shorthair cheaper to own?

The British Shorthair — about $22,800 lifetime vs $24,800.

Which eats more, a Ragdoll or British Shorthair?

The Ragdoll — $295/yr vs $250/yr.

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