What are pets you can keep in your room?

Here is a list of pets that would be suited to your home:

• Rabbits (indoor or outdoor)
• Guinea Pigs.
• Ferrets.
• Cats (indoor or outdoor)
• Dogs.
• Caged rodents, such as rats and hamsters.
• Small birds.
• Large birds.

1. What is a good pet for a kid?
2. What is a good first pet for a 12 year old?
3. What is a good first pet?
4. Can I have a pet rat?
5. Are Bunnies easy pets?
6. Are Parrots good pets?
7. Are lizards good pets?
8. Are ferrets good pets for 12 year olds?
9. Are geckos good pets?

What is a good pet for a kid?

Smaller mammals, including hamsters, guinea pigs, and gerbils, are relatively easy to raise. Also, most will thrive in a relatively small living space, and care is fairly straightforward. Except for hamsters, which are solitary, it's best to obtain young same-sex pairs. Regular, gentle handling promotes friendliness.

What is a good first pet for a 12 year old?

According to Dr. Lianne McLeod, the veterinary guide for exotic pets at about.com, top seven are: guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, gerbils, mice, lepard geckos, and Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches. Other animal-care professionals promote birds or fish as ideal first pets for children.

What is a good first pet?

Hamsters are the most common first pet for children. Living to around 2 years, they're another small mammal that are a great way to introduce caring for animals into your children's lives. ... Besides food and water, hamsters need plenty of bedding and nesting material.

Can I have a pet rat?

Rats are very popular family pets. They are extremely intelligent, inquisitive, interactive, and social. ... Rats generally make good family pets but should never be left unsupervised with small children. Rats tend to be nocturnal but are active for periods during the day.

Are Bunnies easy pets?

Rabbits are very gentle pets and enjoy spending time with you and being pet. Rabbits can show aggressive behavior if they are afraid and feel cornered, but it's not their first instinct. Some rabbits will become territorial and aggressively protect their space if they have not been spayed or neutered.

Are Parrots good pets?

While many parrot species do well with well-behaved children, and can be excellent family pets, they are generally not a good child's pet due to their potential lifespan and care required. Parrots require consistent daily care and attention and are also longer lived than most other companion animals.

Are lizards good pets?

Lizards are often the first pet reptile for a lot of folks. They are the closest reptile that looks like a dinosaur and they don't carry the innate fear that snakes bring to certain people. Lizards can make great display animals and depending on the species, can be regularly handled.

Are ferrets good pets for 12 year olds?

Are ferrets good pets for kids? No. ... Because ferrets aren't rodents – they're weasels. And though they are often clever, inquisitive, and playful, they can also be mean.

Are geckos good pets?

Geckos are one of the most popular reptiles to be kept as pets – especially for beginners – and with good reason. ... They tend to be docile and easy to tame as well as being relatively easy to care for. In particular, the leopard gecko is the number one choice when it comes to choosing a reptile pet.