What is a good family pet?

Family dogs such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Beagles, and Irish Setters are playful and protective. Pugs, Brussels Griffons and French Bulldogs love their families – particularly their laps.

1. What is a good pet for a 12 year old?
2. What is the best playful pet?
3. What is a good small pet for a child?
4. What pets are good for depression?
5. What is a quiet pet?

What is a good pet for a 12 year old?

Canaries and finches are ideal pets for kids because they don't have to be handled a lot. However, they usually prefer the company of others, so you will need to be prepared to have multiple birds. These birds are flock animals and tend to do better when they're in a group, says Dr. Mackey.

What is the best playful pet?

Dogs. One of the most playful pets that you can get is a dog. Puppies and dogs love animal play. They enjoy going on walks, playing fetch, playing tug-of-war, and much more.

What is a good small pet for a child?

all combine to make each pet species unique. According to the American Pet Products Association 2011-2012 survey, the top eight small pets are rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, mice/rats, gerbils, chinchillas and ferrets. Here's a quick review of each species' child-friendly pet potential.

What pets are good for depression?

Cats have been known to help with loneliness, anxiety, depression, and more, just like dogs. If you're looking for a pet that requires a little less attention, a cat might be your best bet. They still make for great companions, but they're also okay with being alone for a while.

What is a quiet pet?

While they're not the most exciting pet, fish are the quietest pet you can possibly get. They also create a great visual centerpiece for any room and will keep curious kids (and cats!) distracted. They are very low maintenance, they don't make any noise, they just swim around quietly in their tank.