i only have a small flat. i have a rabbit. some fish. Dog. two cats. want another rabbit and a dog..
is it wrong to over crowd them..they all excersice and eat well.and are healthy. but i would like the rabbit and dog to have some company with their own breed and type,
i also wanted a pack of birds
is it wrong?
2007-01-18 10:46:58 · 38 answers · asked by kool kat 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Ever heard of animal hoarding?
One criteria to define animal hoarding is: More than the typical number of companion animals.
Should animal control come knocking at your door all but maybe 2 of your animals will be confiscated. You do not need any more!
2007-01-18 10:53:06 · answer #1 · answered by mistresscris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to ask yourself if your animals are receiving enough attention, and if you have the time, space, and finances to properly care for more. If you are going to overcrowd them, then yes it is cruel. Your dog will not care about having another dog to play with, he already has two cats and you. By adding another dog, you may risk injury to the bunnies and cats when the dogs get rowdy and playing with each other. Some bunnies do not particularly enjoy the company of other rabbits, you would have to let your bun visit with others to see how he reacts.
I would say you have enough at this point, given that you live in a small flat and not in a home with a nice big yard.
2007-01-18 10:52:16 · answer #2 · answered by Jadalina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Realistically, you can only fit so many pets (comfortably) into an area or home.
You should also evalute your ability to take care of them financially - you may be able to provide basic vet care and food but what if one gets ill?
I'm assuming you are very young - give it some time - you could very easily own all of these pets in a life time, it doesn't have to be all at once.
What else do you have going on in your life? Are you really going to give these pets the time and attention that they need to be happy? Do you have the energy to keep up with their messes? (the house will smell like a barn in no time if it's not kept up with)
Most importantly, pet ownership is a large responsibility. With bunches of pets, how can you be sure you won't get burnt out? Ask yourself what they are to you, pets or novelty items?
2007-01-18 10:58:35 · answer #3 · answered by Ashley 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can financially provide them all with good food, fresh water, and are prepared for the vet bills that are inevitable once they get older, then why not? But you should also think about how happy they are in a small flat. I think you love them enough to know if they're getting crowded, so be honest with yourself. If you can care for them all, then go ahead.
2007-01-18 10:52:00 · answer #4 · answered by lildi_32 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you show them plenty of love and take good care of them there's nothing wrong with it. You may want to wait till you have a bigger place before adding birds - although fun, they are MESSY and loud. If you add a dog, make sure you get a small one! I have 2 cats and 2 dogs in a tiny studio apartment and they do pretty well, I think a happy home should be full of happy pets!
2007-01-18 10:50:32 · answer #5 · answered by margarita 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think as long as you can take care of them properly and you can afford all medical expenses and realize that these animals will be your responsibility for their whole lives. Please don't get more then you can handle. Make sure you have enough room for all. I know a lot of people might disagree, but I have 16 pets and I we do just fine. I have no kids and a very understanding, animal loving husband. I am very blessed.
2007-01-18 11:30:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The more pets the more territorial and uncomfortable your pets will be. I think what you have is quite enough something small like a fish or mice may be fine but over crowding animals is very stressful on them.
hope i could help.
2007-01-18 11:30:21 · answer #7 · answered by catieann 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not wrong but don't overdue it. All those animals require your time money and attention. If you get too many then some will get left out and be neglected. Don't get anymore until you lose some. Becareful getting another rabbit or you may have a bunch of babies to deal with.
2007-01-18 10:51:06 · answer #8 · answered by CctbOh 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As long as you have the time, money (for food and vet bills), the ability to exersie them, and the ability to keep them all in clean living conditions, then it is okay. If you feel that they are too crowded however, you may find that it's best to focus your love and need to nurture on the animals you already have!
2007-01-18 11:00:53 · answer #9 · answered by timesdragonfly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not cruel if you saved them from a worse alternative fate. I have four dogs, but I adopted them all from rescue organizations, so I am secure in the knowledge that I saved them (or at least another dog down the chain) from a fate worse than living with me and my wife and kid and three other dogs. Trust me, they are spoiled, and I'm sure yours are.
2007-01-18 10:50:21 · answer #10 · answered by Carter 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋