What is an easy small pet to care for?

Question

I would like to know an easy, small, pet to care for.
I would also like to find something that it doesn't cost hundreds of dollars to move... because I will be moving in a few months... I know it sounds crazy but I would really like a pet to keep me company... seeing as I will be moving, and am bad at making new friends, and will probably be alone for quite some while lol.

If there isn't something that does cost a lot to move, but is still very easy to care for... I'd still like to hear about it... I'm willing to spend lots if I have to... but if it can be avoided, it's always nice.

My family is allergic to cats
and my dad hates dogs :(
yes... I know it's hard to find something with standards like these... but... I can at least try, right? lol

Answer 1

It sounds like you might like a pet that you can handle, one which is interested in you. Let's begin with some common choices and save the best for last.

Fish are charming to look at but lack that interactive quality.

Finches are a delight of motion and sound. One can indeed feel that there are a couple of active, interactive (reactive) little friends about.

However,I strongly recommend this less-conventional pet. Those who have them swear by them. It requires a home similar to a hamster, is similar to but slightly larger than a hamster, but that is where the similarities stop. For example, when it is put on the ground, it runs to you, not away from you and under the fridge (dumb gerbils, etc). It likes to hang out with you, wants to be held and carried by you, likes to go out for rides with you and visit places. It is a domestic rat.

I know, it is a freaky idea to many. Just consider it for the sake of argument and go look at and even hold one at the pet store. The babies are darling, I think most people could argee.

And if you did buy one, you would buy a baby. That way, it grows up bonded to you and looks at you as its pack. As well, a female for a first rat might be a good idea. The females are smaller and cuter, and possibly a little more active. Genders can be distinguished quite early on.

Anothet great characteristics about rats that make them great pets is that they don't always have to be in a cage. They commonly like to sit on your shoulder while you go about your business. Mine used to have free wander in whatever room we were in, and they used to go out with me on many errands (walking or car). My rats even came when I called.

They only live a few years (2-3) so they are also a low investment in terms of "pet longevity commitment".

Answer 2

Well personally I have a mouse, and it is very easy, and cute. It cost me $2.00 at a shop to buy the mouse, It can live in anything from an aquarium with a chicken wire top or a hamster cage from walmart or someplace. you can use small boxes for a sleeping place and they eat hamster food. Also they drink from a bottle like hamster and don't need an exercise wheel but can have one. Also provide something to chew on. You can tear up old newspaper for bedding. They enjoy company of other mice, but if you really want more than one, without having babies, your best bet would be 2 females. If handled a lot they become very tame quickly and can be taught simple tricks. A downside is that their life expectancy is only 1-2.5 and sometimes to 3 years. but they are great for people of all ages and are very easy to take care of.

Answer 3

We have a cat---and pretty much once she was fixed, the only thing we really spend on her is cat food and litter. She takes care of her own cleaning (except we have to empty the litter every so often), she's small, she can go out on her own (without us walking her), and she isn't loud.

She gives love (not like a dog would though), and you hardly know she is there most of the time. She is also easy to leave in the house on her own when you go away for a small trip. I would say a cat is the least expensive, least maintenance of the pet world.

Answer 4

I'm surprised that more people havent suggested getting a rat. I have 3 and they are all great pets.. They are very inexpensive not only to buy but to take care of too. Just get one since you want to spend a lot of time with it and it will be your best friend. And best of all you can take them with you when you go places. Just teach em to stay in your pocket and feed 'em a few treats now and then. Solitary rats make fantastic companions and no one should have any complaints because unlike guinea pigs , rats don't make any noise. It will take about 40-50 dollars to start (cage and all included) and about 10-15 dollars a month in litter and food. Great pet, portable and inexpensive. (and just to let you know captive rats do not carry diseases) Lots of Luck with the move and the pet, but dont forget to get out there and make some people friends too.

Answer 5

It might sound a little crazy at first, but a mouse makes a great small pet. Ive had three over the years, and in my exerience a female mouse (male mice have a stronger odor to their urine) makes a great small pet that will cost little other than start up. Information about mice for pets can be found all over the internet.

Oh and on the moving issue- mice are hardy little creatures, as long as there is food and water in its cage and its not left in a hot/cold car, they should do fine

Answer 6

If I were you I would get a dog like a Chihuahua or Yorkie or **** Zu. Those can be hard to take care of though. If you want something that is really easy to take care of try a hamster, rabbit, or chinchilla. The hamster usually ranges at 5-15 dollars, the rabbits about 20-30 dollars and the chinchillas are really furry and cute but are around 80 dollars. I hope this helps you out.

Answer 7

Degu's are great pets, they're small like gerbils, but are related to squirels, they are intelligent, clean and easy to care for.

Best of all, many pet stores sell them for cheap.

Answer 8

Well, Im partial to cats. Birds, hamsters ect are just as hard to clean after. Sure I have to clean a litter box ever other day, but a small caged animal you ahve to so that to. Hamsters and other small animals are nice but hard to cuddle with, IMO. A nice kitten can give you lots of attention and lovin'.

Answer 9

Rat, Guinea Pig, Mice, Chiwawa, Or Hamster

Answer 10

A beta fish, easy to take care of not a lot of maintenance, never ever put two or more in a tank, someone is not coming out alive.