Haha, I actually hate cats with a passion. No one shoot me! XD
 
A lot of work and a lot of care is no problem. Same with patience. 
And I have researched the breed for the most part, just have had some lingering questions most of which you helped to answer. 
 
 
I guess I knew a good pup would cost $1000+, but wanted to make sure. I'm sure getting an expensive one would equal usually a healthy one, whereas a cheaper unhealthy one would lead to a shorter life and probably more in medical bills than just starting off with the best. Right?