What kind of pet should I get?

Question

Ok so here's the deal, I'm in med school, so obviously I don't have that much time. My family is pushing me to get married and have children, but at this point in my life that is definetly not what I want to do. So I'm doing the next best thing, getting a pet. Thats where you guys come in. I need a pet that is inexpensive, doesn't require a whole lot of attention, doesn't get that big and isn't a cat or dog or anything with fur, no birds, and not a fish. My last fish committed suicide by jumping out of its bowl and I swore to never get another one. My last bird tried to kill me, and I am allergic to furry animals. So, what do you think I should get?

Answer 1

Get a pet rock. They are very easy to care for and are very affectionate.

Answer 2

AVOID REPTILES.

Reptiles take a lot of committment to set up a suitable habitat, and a lot of dedication to the species to be enthusiastic about caring for an animal that ain't going to love you back.

Getting a reptile because you want a pet would be unfair to the reptile- they really need keepers who are enthusiastic about them to help offset the fact that most of the time they just sit there.

I would aim for a pet rock, a Tamigoochi digital pet, a Robo-dog, a mechanical fish tank, or something along those lines first.

You eliminated my next recommendation- a small, balanced fish tank or betta tank with a cover and light (which eliminates suicide jumps).

Other than that- consider a plant. Seriously- you don't really have time or an interest in anything else. You DO NOT NEED a pet to complicate things!

Answer 3

I would suggest getting a hamster or a pair of same sex mice. They require very little care. Cost barely anything to feed. All you really need to do is clean the cage once a week & provide them with fresh food & water daily. Also, some accessories in the cage to keep them from getting bored. I've owned cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, fish...and more. Rats do better when not alone. They are very social & do require more attention than most people think. As do Rabbits & Guinea Pigs. Hamsters are not usually very hand tame so prefer to not be handled. However, you said you were allergic to hair. It's not usually the actual animal's hair people are allergic to. It's the dander.

Reptiles or Amphibians would be your only option apart from fish. However, they all require expensive set ups & a lot of research & education to maintain. Not to mention, a licence to keep (depending on where you live).

I would say...use your old fish's tank & buy a lid for it. Betta's make for very good pets. (",)

Answer 4

Well since fur and cute ones are out can't suggest you to get a lion. And since fishes are out can't - name any other. You even ruled out birds that leaves no room for wings . So now here is the deal.

(SAFEST) Going with marine - get a tortoise - it does not require attention and does not jumps - can't commit suicide that way either and has a shell to protect it in case of emergency. In case you are worried of it feeling lonely get a pair.Though be careful while petting it it may bite.

Well any other option for you I can't figure out and don't go for reptiles they might bite and try to kill you .

Have a nice time with your tortoises.
They are cute and adorable and their shells get prettier and cuter as they age.

Answer 5

Get a milk snake, particularly a king snake. They look just like the venomous coral snakes, but they are harmless to humans, and they eat coral snakes in the wild. You can tell the difference by the color band pattern....the thing is, you have to feed them live mice every couple of weeks (that's tough to do, if you like mice).
Or you could get a tarantula or a chameleon. Maybe a turtle. You have to feed them live crickets and bugs. Yuck.
I don't know why you want a pet, if you don't want to care for one. If you want any pet to be your buddy unconditionally, you have to put it some effort....
A hairless cat (bald p u s s y) would be your best bet, but you said no cats. Cats are low maintenance care, but higher maintenance personalities. You don't have to walk them or pet them all the time, but you do have to remember to talk to them a lot. They love the sound of your voice, so they will make great study buddies. All they want is food, water, and to be acknowledged. Oh, and they want you to respect their space, and their agendas. You can also teach them to crap in the toilet, and flush it. I saw a cat being trained online.....
That sounds like something you might be able to handle. Give them that, and they will love you unconditionally. Cats make great companions...
My cat helped me get an A in philosophy, because I would get lost in reading a concept, and he would come around and I would try to explain things to him. He got what he wanted, and I was better able to understand it myself.
My cat doesn't sit in laps, doesn't like to be held and petted much, but he follows me around like a doggie, and always wants to be in the same room. I talk to him a lot, and he never judges me. He loves me unconditionally. The only naughty things he does, are push his food bowl a few feet sometimes, and sits on a book I put down. That's his way of telling me he wants something. He also likes jazz. i would let him listen to NPR on the radio while I was gone....

Answer 6

May I suggest to you that you get a small like 10 gallon tank($10.00). Get a glass lid cut for it from Lowes($5.00) Put about 2 inches of potting soil in the bottom of it with some fish tank gravel under that about 1 inch thick. Buy som small potted pothos from Wal mart($6.00 for two) and plant them in the bottom of the tank. Get a clamp lamp like from hardware section of wal mart.($6.00) and a flourescent bulb for it. Then you go to aaronsfrogfarm.com or look up surian enterprises and buy yourself a few poison dart frogs. Only one or two.
They eat fruit flies which are really easy to culture yourself. and one culture will last you about a month or longer for two frogs. The frogs require no interaction from you other than turning thier light on in the morning and turning it off at night. Oh they also need to have some flies sprinkled in once a day. They are beautiful to watch and very relaxing. It is like having your own little slice of rain forest. The frogs will get so excited when you feed that thier toes will start to twitch. Now please know that dart frogs are not poisonous in captivity. Since they are denied the ants in thier diet that allow them to build the toxins. It is almost like having a fish tank since you have the viewing pleasure aspect. Only they are much easier to take care of. The only other thing you will need to do is mist them once a day with a spray bottle with distilled water in it. Since distilled water will not leave water spots on the tank for you to clean.
Dart frogs come in as many color options as you would care for. From Bright blues to bright oranges with stripes or spots. You think of it there is a frog that fits it. The frogs will run you about $40.00 all the way up to about $150.00 each if you want the really super exotic. But as far as pets go if you want minimal investment for an animal that is enjoyable to watch yet requires minimal care and interaction then Dart frogs are the way to go. Depending on where you go to school there may be many outlets for frogs in your area that you could pick up with out having to pay the $30.00 or so shipping charges. If you have any questions please respond to this and include your email. I will help you with anything I can. My wife kids and I have been raising all sorts of reptiles and amphibians for about 6 years now. I hope this helps. Be aware that if you go with a lizard or snake they will need interaction from you on a regular basis in order for them to stay calm and handleable. Other wise you run the risk of being bitten.

Answer 7

Pet rock

Answer 8

Rats are wonderful pets, don't require much space, they are inexpensive, are small, (but they do require a fair amount of attention) and there is a hairless variety that wouldn't upset your allergies.

Answer 9

a pet rock and a pet snake
the rock will keep the snake company
BTW snakes only eat once a month

Answer 10

I agree with the 'pet rock' answer. They're furless! But check out this site I just found for you.


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