Savannah cats are expensive because they are a cross between a domesticated cat and an African Serval.

The process of breeding them is difficult and time-consuming:

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• Breeding
  It takes a lot of luck and years to successfully mate a serval with a domestic cat. Only a few breeders have had success; the cost of caring for the parents correctly is costly.
   

• Filial rating
  The price of a Savannah cat depends on its filial rating, or generation. HPF1 Savannah cats which have a F1 Savannah mother and African Serval father they are the closest to an African Serval possible. This is not as easy as it sounds not always successful as the pair may not be compatible genetically or physically.  another reason the domestic term is shorter than of an African Serval mother.
  So, the chosen F1 Savannah mother may not ever produce with the chosen African Serval father; then the pair selection begins again this goes for any pairing just because they are not compatible does not mean they will not be with another; this is just part of this life in raising these little miracles. Whether she doesn't take at all, or the kittens are underdeveloped; etc.
  If she does give birth, they can be pre-mature which is a blessing she was even able to have these beautiful angels. Usually, they do not have many (1-4) just like African Servals the max is typically 4 kittens. If they are pre-mature that is ok; but may need additional care round the clock to get them caught up and stable. If one gets lucky the mother is compatible has a bond to the father the African Serval and she carries the kittens a longer term; we have the Best of Both Worlds!
   

• HP F1 Savannah they are very rare and most expensive their adoption cost is $25,000 or more depending on overall evaluation.
   

• F1 Savannah adoption cost is typically $20,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F1 Savannah can have a F2 Savannah mother and an African Serval father but not always the case; as some have lower generation mothers (F3-F7) but will still be a F1 Savannah because of the African Serval father. 
   

• F2 Savannah adoption cost is typically $10,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F2 Savannah has a F3 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father. It is said the F1-F4 Savannah males are not fertile.
   

• F3 Savannah adoption cost is typically $6,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F3 Savannah has a F2 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father.
   

• F4 Savannah adoption cost is typically $5,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F4 Savannah has a F3 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father. 
   

• F5 Savannah adoption cost is typically $4,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F5 Savannah has a F6 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father.
   

• F6 Savannah adoption cost is typically $3,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F6 Savannah has a F7 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father.
   

• F7 Savannah adoption cost is typically $2,000 it can range depending on the bloodlines and overall evaluation. A F7 Savannah has a F8 Savannah mother and a F5-F7 Savannah father. 
  As the generations get increase in the number this is how it is tracked of how many generations they are from the African Serval and usually are smaller and more affordable. 
   

• Other costs
  In addition to the cost of the cats and kittens. There are other expenses to consider such as proper daily care and interaction, constant upkeep of the proper facility, vet visits, vaccinations, microchipping, testing, playrooms, toys, entertainment, cleaners, litter, litter boxes, and highest quality foods, supplements / vitamins, and other supplies. 
   

• Advertising, Memberships, and Registrations
  The business aspects yearly cost to just exist and strive to be the best. Website, social media, and promotions. Membership fees to network and be a part of the elite associations. There are also fees for registering catteries with the International Cat Association, and each cat and litter also needs to be registered. ​