FAQ: Supplies for cats

Search nearby, including basements and garages, as cats often hide close to home. Let shelters and vet clinics know, post notices and check that the cat's details in the register are correct.

The largest ongoing costs are food and litter, followed by parasite prevention and annual vet visits. It is also wise to set money aside for the unexpected, such as an illness or injury.

The biggest savings come from buying everyday items such as food and litter in larger packs and comparing prices per kilogram across shops. Toys can also be made at home from safe household items.

Do not cut corners on safety: a sturdy carrier, window or balcony protection, a stable cat tree that will not topple, and veterinary care. Cheap but unsuitable food or litter can also end up costing more if the cat refuses it.

Work out how much food and litter the cat uses per month, add parasite prevention and a share of the annual vet costs. That gives you the real figure and lets you compare where to buy the same products for less.

Often yes, especially litter and unopened canned food, which keep for a long time. Buy dry food in amounts you will use within a few weeks of opening, and toys and care products as needed.

Not always: the price also depends on the brand, packaging and the shop's markup. It is better to compare materials, ingredients, dimensions and reviews of how the item holds up, rather than just the price.

Work out the unit price: per kilogram or litre for food and litter, per item for other products. Then add the delivery cost, since a small order with expensive delivery can end up costing more.

Yes, if you are buying things the cat uses anyway and the product keeps well. Before buying, compare the promotional price with the usual one: the price history shows whether the discount is real.

The price of the same product can differ a lot between shops, and promotions change all the time. Comparing prices for things you buy regularly, such as food and litter, can save a fair amount over a year.

Pet insurance can cover part of unexpected vet costs, such as surgery or long treatment. Before signing, read carefully what is excluded, for example existing conditions or routine care.

Yes, cardboard boxes, paper balls or toilet roll tubes with hidden treats often please cats as much as shop-bought toys. Avoid thread, elastic bands and small parts the cat could swallow.

Online it is usually easier to compare prices and find a wider range, and heavy packs are delivered to your door. In a physical shop you can inspect an item, such as how sturdy a cat tree is or how big a carrier is, before buying.

Not necessarily: a shop with free delivery sometimes charges more for the product, while another costs less even with a delivery fee. Compare the final total including delivery, especially for heavy packs of food or litter.

Buy from shops that clearly show their company details and delivery and returns terms. Check the final total before paying, and when the parcel arrives check that the goods are undamaged.

Under EU rules a product bought online can usually be returned within 14 days, but opened food packs or hygiene products may be exempt. You will find the exact terms on the shop's website.

Before buying, measure your cat: its length from nose to the base of the tail, its height and its weight, and compare them with the product dimensions. This matters especially for a carrier, litter box, bed or harness.

Shops can change prices at any time, while zoogidas.lt shows the price found at the last check, and each product shows when that was. The final price is always the one you see on the shop's website.

Yes, the product page shows the price history. It helps you judge whether the current price or promotion is really attractive or whether the product used to cost about the same.

Check the delivery cost and time, the returns terms and whether the description is in a language you understand. Heavy packs from abroad often cost more because of delivery, so compare the final total with Lithuanian shops.