So, what is another pet you can get your animal loving child that won't put the marjority of the responsibility on you?
Hamsters
Hamster are usually sold to unsuspecting parents as a "great pet for kids." Well, although partly true, this isn't 100% accurate.
Hamsters are small so they do take up less space than most other pets, but because they are small, they can be injured easily. In the small hands of children, hamsters can be easily dropped or squeezed.
And, being nocturnal, they may be less inviting to play with and interact for small children who want to play during the day. Hamsters are most interactive at night.
Plus, hamsters take a little longer to socialize than other animals. This means that they can be nippy for a while, so you have to consider if your child gets bit will he want to play with the hamster again? Or will you be finding a new home for Hammy?
Once socialized, hamsters can make friendly pets, but it's the socializing that's the key.
Remember that you will need to monitor all playtimes, so that the hamster doesn't end up free roaming your house.
Hamsters are small so they do take up less space than most other pets, but because they are small, they can be injured easily. In the small hands of children, hamsters can be easily dropped or squeezed.
And, being nocturnal, they may be less inviting to play with and interact for small children who want to play during the day. Hamsters are most interactive at night.
Plus, hamsters take a little longer to socialize than other animals. This means that they can be nippy for a while, so you have to consider if your child gets bit will he want to play with the hamster again? Or will you be finding a new home for Hammy?
Once socialized, hamsters can make friendly pets, but it's the socializing that's the key.
Remember that you will need to monitor all playtimes, so that the hamster doesn't end up free roaming your house.
