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Estimated Startup Costs for a Cat Cafe
- Location: a lease can average between $5,000 to over $8,000 per month.
- Equipment: buying all new equipment costs can quickly reach $20,000 and easily go over $50,000.
Core Expenses of Opening a Cat Cafe
- Renting premises.
- Fitting out your premises, remodeling, etc.
- POS system for taking payments.
- Branding and logo designs.
- Machinery for making foods and drinks.
Financial Aspects of Running a Cat Cafe
- How much a cat cafe business can charge customers varies greatly depending on location.
- Customers who adopt cats typically pay an adoption fee for necessary veterinary care, food, litter, and similar expenses.
- Profit potential of a cat cafe in a popular area can be significant.
Number of Cats in a Cat Cafe
- Establish relationships with local animal rescues and shelters to populate your cat cafe.
- Average of 10 to 15 cats may be needed, depending on the size of the cafe.
- Socially comfortable and active cats have higher chances of adoption; cat cafes offer shy or senior cats a second chance.
Overview of Opening a Cat Cafe
- Benefits and costs associated with owning a cat cafe.
- Helpful tips for running a successful business and marketing strategies.