If youre searching for really terrific pets, you may want to take a little walk into the unusual. While dogs and cats arguably the two most common and beloved pets are good choices, there are some other animals out there that may very well be better suited to your lifestyle.
To find the perfect pet, start by examining your reasons for wanting to take this step. That reason is very important. For example, if youre looking for companionship, a turtle probably isnt the best answer. But if you have a child and youre looking for a pet to help teach responsibility, a turtle may be just what you need. Here are some other pets that may not have immediately come to mind.
Gerbils, hamsters and mice Yes, theyre rodents and that may be an immediate turn-off for some people, but these little guys can be really good pets for several reasons. They dont take up much room, they dont eat much and theyre fairly easy to care for. On the downside, they also tend to have shorter life spans than some other animals, meaning the kids (and adults) who become attached to them face the heartbreak of losing their pet sooner. Remember that they still take care, even though theyre very...