Risk score 1.00× the average cat. Here is what that means in EUR.
Risk score 1.00x average| Condition / procedure | Ireland range | Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Extractions | €215–€745 | covered |
| Urinary Blockage (male cat) | €560–€2,540 | covered |
Average-to-elevated risk. Insurance is a reasonable default unless you keep a large emergency fund.
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Around €9,200 in routine care plus a realistic share of breed-typical conditions, at 2026 Irish prices.
Modelled premiums (estimates, not quotes) run about €15–€24 a month for a kitten, rising with age and city.
That depends on what you could pay in cash. The breed's risk score is 1.00× average and the single worst bill we model is €2,540. The calculator compares that bill with your emergency fund and shows the expected net cost of insuring.