Greetings, dear readers!

We have a new family member at home. A wonderful cat has been living in our house for three days now. They named her Sonya. She is playful, cheerful, knows how to go to the toilet. It causes incredible delight in children, stress on our dad, because it was already hanging on the curtains, and I “get” for all this, because the idea of ​​​​having a pet was mine.

Of course, all these events in the house led to the writing of today's article. I decided to consider what pets can be and what kind of pet is better to have in an apartment for a baby? And at the end of the article there is a small test for you: Which animal suits you. So let's read and play.

We are responsible for those who have tamed

In theory, it looks like this:

Before you go to the pet store to choose a future pet, you should talk with your baby. He must understand that the animal is not a toy and needs to be taken care of.

You should not shift these responsibilities onto the shoulders of parents, grandparents: the child must feel responsibility, then the attitude towards the pet will be different. He realizes that this is not a toy, but the same living creature that requires a special approach and attention.

If after your conversation the desire of the baby to have a pet has not decreased, you can go to the pet store to buy a smaller friend for the child.

On practice:

No matter how you say and explain that animals need to be cleaned, fed and walked, all this falls on the fragile shoulders of the mother (at least in our family).

But the animal in the house is not only food and walks, it is primarily an emotional background or mood in the house. For three days now we have been hearing the enthusiastic cries of children. How happy they are when Sonya runs and plays. All these emotions are worth a lot.

Whom to choose?

And here, dear readers, many questions arise, since the list of animals offered in the store is very large. Consider the pros and cons of each of them.

Dog

This is the first thing that comes to mind when choosing a pet for a baby. The dog is a devoted friend, protection. But in order for it to perform its functions, it must be properly fed, educated, and walked in the daytime.

And also treat, do prophylaxis against worms, take care of the coat. When mating a female, if she is thoroughbred, you will need to choose a suitable partner.

If no one is at home all day, or the child is too small and cannot independently clean up after the dog and take it out, it is better not to have such a pet. At the same time, a dog is a great friend and comrade for a teenager who has decided to shoulder the responsibility for care.

Cat

Less whimsical animal. It does not require walking, it eats with pleasure the same as the owners (if taught from a young age), you can buy special food, which is required in a smaller amount than a dog.

However, you need to be prepared for unpleasant surprises: they will upset the parents rather than the child. Animal hair will be everywhere. If one of the family members has allergies, or you have expensive carpets on the floor, it is better not to think about getting a cat at all.

The animal needs to be constantly combed out, sometimes bathed, which cats really do not like. Animals love to rip off upholstered furniture, scatter sand near the toilet, and sometimes mark things that seem suspicious to them. So you should be prepared for an unpleasant smell.

Hamster

You could say it's perfect for a toddler. A hamster, although not a very smart animal, is soft and fluffy, and what else does a child need? It is easy to take care of him: you just need to clean the cage, give food and water on time. But you can’t let a hamster run around the apartment: it will gnaw through all the furniture!

Chinchilla

Variation of a hamster or guinea pig. The animal is soft and fluffy, is mostly in a cage, care is similar to that required by rodents, but they can get sick more often, so you should immediately consult a veterinarian about vaccinations and further care.

Chinchilla can occasionally be allowed to run around the apartment: it will not bring harm to the environment.

Snake

A very strange choice for a child, but oddballs do occur. The snake is considered an attribute of a very strong person. To care for her, you need to overcome fear in yourself. It is hardly a good choice for a girl, but in a young man a snake will help to build self-confidence.

A parrot

A talkative bird requires only a clean cage, food, water and a little communication. Birds bring cheerfulness and fun to the house, but be prepared for the fact that not very appropriate phrases will be heard in the house day and night.

crocodile

A carnivorous animal with many teeth. It grows up to 2.5 m and being in an apartment does not make it any less aggressive than in the wild.

Frog

Unpretentious, lives in an aquarium or terrarium, feeds on fish. The terrarium needs to be cleaned periodically, but this process is not very difficult. But the pleasure of keeping such a pet is doubtful: you can’t stroke it, and it doesn’t bring aesthetic pleasure.

fish

It is quite an acceptable option if the baby does not need to squeeze and hug his pet, but just look at him and feed him several times a day. A small aquarium with several beautiful fish will bring harmony to your home, calm your nerves and delight you with an aesthetic view.

The aquarium needs to be cleaned every 2-4 weeks, so parents can help with this matter until the baby learns to clean it himself. A small aquarium will not take up much space, but it will bring joy and variety to your life.

Cockroach

Of course, we are not talking about those cockroaches that live in an apartment everywhere, and from which everyone is trying to get rid of. In nature, there are large cockroaches the size of a large coin. They live in an apartment in small terrariums, but keeping them at home is an amateur.

You can’t pet such a pet, don’t let it go for a walk, and you won’t get aesthetic pleasure from it. Parents also should not succumb to the persuasion of the baby to buy a cockroach just so that he can show off his unusual pet to his friends.

Most often, parents and children opt for cats, hamsters, chenshils or birds. Such pets do not require special care, they are beautiful, they are pleasant to touch and stroke.

But who knows what desires your baby will show? In any case, he must understand that he is responsible for his "little brother".

I hope you liked the article and you have already decided which pet to choose for your apartment. But if not, then I suggest taking a fun test, it will definitely help you.

Quiz: Which pet is right for you?

And with you was Ekaterina Chesnakova with cats, dogs and crocodiles.

Who helps kids develop, and old people do not get bored alone, children play, and adults emotionally relax after a hard day's work? There is only one answer: the list of which is quite large today.

Cats, dogs

Open the list of the most popular pets: dogs and cats. They have long lived next to man, helping him in everything. If cats are less useful in everyday life (they are good for rest, and, of course, for treatment), then dogs have always helped a person in practice: they guarded, were accomplices in hunting. Caring for these animals is quite simple. Cats can be completely domestic, not all of them require street walks. But dogs need to be walked outside as often as possible. There can be no nutritional problems here, because in addition to the usual food that suits them, there are specialized feeds - they not only nourish the body, but also saturate it with vitamins and microelements so necessary for the growth and development of these animals.

fish

What other popular pets are there? These are fish that bring the owner primarily aesthetic satisfaction. It is believed that the fish perfectly calm the nerves, and watching their life is calming. Caring for them is not very complicated, you can also purchase special feed. It is only necessary to clean the aquarium from time to time.

Birds

Birds such as parrots and canaries are very popular in the role. They are small in size and fit easily in cages. But keep in mind that these birds are very noisy. Caring for them is simple - food and all means can be bought at the nearest pet store.

small rodents

The following pets, replenishing the list: hamsters, decorative pigs, chinchillas, miniature rabbits, etc. These are small fluffy lumps that kids love so much. But it is worth considering that often they do not emit a very pleasant smell. That is why caring for the cells of these animals is so important. They need to be cleaned as often as possible. Feeding such pets will also not be a problem, you just need to know what should be included in their diet.

reptiles

Reptiles today are also pets. Their list is quite wide, you can keep anyone in your home: a snake, a lizard, a turtle, an iguana and even a crocodile! But first you need to familiarize yourself with the rules for caring for such animals: you need to strictly monitor the temperature in their home, humidity, water level (for turtles). Feeding should also not be a problem, because pet stores offer a range of food for such pets.

Spiders

Well, and, probably, the most terrible and final list are spiders. It is worth saying that it is very important to find out everything about your new pet in advance, because you can acquire a rather dangerous individual that can pose a threat even to the owner. Such animals do not lend themselves to training, so it is impossible to foresee their next step. Food for spiders can also be purchased at the pet store. It is important to carefully monitor the humidity and temperature in their home, because even the life of an animal can depend on it.

Very often, people living in apartments want to get a pet for their soul or for their children, but they cannot do this because of too small living space or allergic reactions to their wool. You can always get small pets that do not need a lot of space, but an aquarium or a cage will suffice.

In this article, we will get acquainted with the smallest pets that you can have even in a very tiny apartment.

Ants

Ants are considered the smallest and least space-consuming pets. This hobby is becoming more and more popular, so special ant farms are already mass-produced: from the simplest to entire mini-ecosystems. Bred in such formicaria (houses) only certain types of ants, which can be bought at pet stores.

One of the most popular types of small pets are rodents.

Decorative mice

This is the smallest variant of rodents, since the length of their body (without tail) reaches a maximum of 8 cm. There are two types: pure white and colored. It is recommended to keep mice one by one so that they do not breed, or take two mice of the same sex.

gerbils

This rodent can have a body length of up to 12 cm, differs from most tame rodents in a fluffy tail. It is better to keep them in a cage 30 cm high and measuring 30 cm by 60 cm with a wheel installed in it, but daily they should be allowed to run around the room.

Hamsters

There are several types of hamsters that are commonly kept as pets: the Djungarian (the smallest), the Syrian (golden) and several types of upland. Regardless of the species, all hamsters should be kept in a cage, and the larger the cage, the better for the hamster.

dwarf rabbits

At the moment, it has become very fashionable to have rabbits at home, but not all breeds remain as small as sellers promise. Dwarfs include: American Fold (1.6 - 1.8 kg), British Miniature (1.1 kg), Himalayan (1.1 - 2 kg), Dutch Fold (1.8 kg), Jersey Woolly (1, 6 kg), mini rex (1.4 - 2 kg).

From rodents at home, rats, chinchillas and even ferrets are often brought up.

or pygmy pigs

It is becoming more and more popular to have small pigs as a pet, which, even as adults, weigh no more than 12 kg and grow only up to 35 cm in length. Now there are several breeds of mini-pigs: Vietnamese Fold, Bergshtresser Knirt, Mayalino, Göttingen, Wiesenau.

African pygmy hedgehogs

Hedgehogs are a fairly new type of domestic animal. Dwarf hedgehogs specially bred for the home are very small in size: length up to 15-20 cm, weight - 300-500 g. You can keep hedgehogs in terrariums, cardboard boxes or in cages, in which a house, stones, toys and sand must be made, for swimming. You can feed such unusual inhabitants with cat and dog food or dry food, vegetables and fruits, boiled meat, insects, etc.

In addition to the listed small animals, you can also have budgerigars, turtles, lizards and silent fish at home. But the small size of the animal does not mean that it needs less care than a large one.

"Buy a dog!" the child pleads. He promises to always, always obey, not bite his nails, clean up his toys and study well at the same time. You are a reasonable person, so you do not believe a single word. But month after month passes, and the pressure does not weaken. "Well, let's buy someone already!" Finally, one of the adult members of the family gives up. Although we are still not talking about a dog - too much fuss. Then the main dog substitutes come to the rescue - pets, XS size. Choose with your child!

Hamsters
Chinese, Dzungarian, Syrian - there are no such hamsters. But the conditions and food they need are almost the same.

These cheekbones are very independent. They like a separate living space, so that no neighbors. An uninvited guest, settled by the owner, "so that the baby is not bored," the toothy baby can bite to death. Well, or vice versa, a newcomer will kill a new friend. Do you need it? But the feeling of loneliness also does not benefit the hamster. That is, the cage should be spacious, but in moderation, otherwise the poor thing will get lost in it.

How many live: about two or three years, some centenarians up to five.

What do they eat: mainly grains (special mixtures are sold in pet stores), lettuce, vegetables and fruits. They eat carrots, beets, pears, apples, but cabbage and potatoes are harmful to them. Hamsters also need protein - meat, cottage cheese, but not more than twice a week. Offer the hamster a branch of linden or birch, and he will understand you correctly - he needs to grind his teeth.

Attention! Do not bathe the baby in water, he may catch a cold. Place a plastic box with sand in the cage where your pet will clean the fur.

Guinea pigs

The ancient Incas were pragmatic people and tamed these rodents not for the sake of a pretty face, but to be eaten. Well, even to sacrifice to the gods. Until now, in the restaurants of Peru and Ecuador, you can find dishes from guinea pigs. True, the animal received such a name only in our country. They called him a pig because he can squeal like a piglet. And since it was brought to Europe, and then to Russia from South America, the Russians began to call it overseas, or sea. Pigs come in different breeds - both long-haired and completely bald, similar to sphinx cats, and wire-haired.

Your pet prefers to live in a cage with a plastic tray that needs to be cleaned regularly.

How many live: with good care 5-10 years.

What do they eat: Guinea pigs need a lot of hay, greens and vegetables. They also eat cereal mixes from pet stores. No need to give the animals milk, cottage cheese - they do not tolerate lactose. Meat will also give them nothing but an upset stomach.

Attention! Don't let the guinea pigs eat your litter. Vitamins of groups B and K are absorbed from them only after repeated passage through the stomach. So whoever is unpleasant to watch - turn away.

degu

This animal came to us from Chile, it cannot stand the cold. The ideal temperature for him is + 25C, and make sure that the cage is not in a draft. Moreover, if he lives in it alone, he will soon become sad and wither - these animals love communication, they need company.

How many live: 5 years.

What do they eat: never feed degus food for other rodents. As a last resort, for chinchillas, but the most proper food for degus is special food sold in pet stores. Also, the animal must be given hay and greens. Keep in mind that all degus are prone to diabetes due to problems with sugar absorption. In no case do not give the animal sweets and even fruits! Delicacy for degu - chokeberry, blueberry, cranberry.

Attention! A degu likes the smell of cigarettes, so when you let the animal out for a walk, make sure that it does not get to the pack.

Chinchillas

These fluffies look like both a squirrel and a rabbit. They have thick beautiful fur, and to keep it that way, the animal needs to bathe in the sand. In his large cage there should also be a special hard stone for grinding teeth, wooden sticks.

How many live: about 10-15 years, some up to 20.

What do they eat: granulate, hay, fruit, bread crusts. In winter, you can give them dried fruits (raisins, dried apricots, prunes).

Attention! With chinchillas, it is better not to walk on the street, where they can easily pick up some kind of infection. Maximum - balcony or loggia. And the animals also shed a lot, the whole room will be in wool, and are subject to the harmful effects of Wi-Fi (they say they even die).

rabbits
It doesn't matter which breed of rabbit you prefer - a lop-eared sheep or an angora, or maybe a lion's head. Recommendations for care are almost the same: if the cage is very spacious, or better - the whole room, if you walk - then on a harness and a leash.

How many live: 5-7 years.

What do they eat: rabbit diet - hay, special grain mixtures, lettuce, cucumbers, carrots. In the spring, include dandelion leaves in your diet. Make sure that the leaves of another grass do not get into the bouquet for the eared, otherwise it will be poisoned. Rabbits should not be given cabbage, nuts.

Attention! Rabbits do not like to be stroked under the chin - they immediately begin to bite.

ferrets

Many years ago, in the homes of Italy and Spain, ferrets were bred instead of cats, they even went hunting rabbits with them. If you decide to buy such a cute little animal, keep in mind that this is a burrowing animal that is constantly trying to climb into any gap, or even better, get stuck in it. Puppies are terribly curious, they try to taste everything. And it doesn’t matter to him that you haven’t even opened this mascara yet, and the owner of the house didn’t have time to print this fresh magazine. And do not forget to hide the wires, otherwise you will be left without a computer with a TV.

A ferret cannot sit in a cage all the time, he needs to move around the whole apartment or at least one room. But the animal will still need a house for shelter. As well as the toilet tray, to which he must be accustomed from childhood.

You can bathe a ferret, but not more than once or twice a month.

How many live: on average 8-10 years.

What do they eat: ferrets are predators, so the basis of their diet is meat (mainly boiled chicken or turkey, pork and lamb are banned). You also need to give vegetables, sometimes cottage cheese, excluding all salty, sweet and milk. The animal will be extremely grateful to you if you treat him with a ferret treat: a frog or worms. Om-Nom-nom!

Attention! Never leave a ferret under an air conditioner or in a car in the sun - they can not stand either hypothermia or overheating.

Alexandra Ulyanova

15 coolest and cutest pets

Future owners of any pets, before getting someone, shovel all the Internet in search of useful articles. To make things easier for them, we collected fifteen different cute animals and wrote the most important things about them. Looking at this endless tenderness, you immediately want to gallop with victorious cries to the nearest pet store and drag all the pets home. And then squeeze, feed, stroke!

Dwarf lop-eared rabbit

Incredibly cute bunny with floppy ears and a kind, complaisant character. It is easy to keep in an ordinary apartment. For breakfast - carrots, for lunch - germinated wheat, for dinner - your computer wires, if you do not have time to isolate them from the pet. It gnaws always and everywhere, in rain and heat, in spring and summer. But it is worth showing a little patience in education - and the eared rabbit is already faithfully sitting on your lap and watching some action movie with pleasure. Comb out such a critter more often: no one has yet canceled tangles from neglect. The cost of a lop-eared rabbit is from 1000 rubles.

Chinchilla

This wad of Hispanic fur with small ears will enslave you back at the pet store. After buying a rodent, an uncontrollable desire - to squeeze, squeeze, stroke, scratch your furry back - will arise at the most inopportune moment for you. Answered an important call on work issues - and on the screensaver you have chinchillas. So what? How to yell at subordinates? So it remains - only to be touched and make the sounds “Utyutu and Anyanya”. But be careful: the harmful nature of chinchillas is inherited. So before you buy, if possible, find out more about his ancestors. If they bite and are ready to chop off their hand, it is better to wait. And yes, by the way, for daily hygiene, chinchillas need special sand collected by blond virgins on Yyuan Mountain. We are joking. In fact, chinchillas need… volcanic dust for bathing! But don't worry, the pet store will pick up the right sand for you. Remember: the more unusual the animal, the more attention to detail. The cost of a chinchilla is from 4500 rubles.

Chipmunk

In the forest, these kids live on the strength of two years: the bad climate and the lack of vitamins have an effect. At home, the bar "i will survive" ("I will live" - ​​English) takes off to unimaginable heights. Tailed and striped live for 10-15 years. Of the necessary conditions: a cage meter by meter, two houses (one for a nut nut, the second for living), affectionate treatment and clean water. Chipmunks are extremely clean and live alone. So it’s not worth bringing the chipmunk lady of the heart right into the house - first find out about the habits of your pet. Grabbing the tail with your fingers and poking in the stomach is also not recommended. It can whistle and bleed. But this is an extreme case. Be gentle and patient with your baby - after a couple of months, he will become tame and finally start poking your food out from under your nose. The cost of a chipmunk is from 5000 rubles.

Ferret

The long slicker, the naughty and the prankster - it's all about the ferret. Unbearably cute, it is impossible not to hug him. And he is just happy. But do not forget to go to the veterinary clinic and remove his paraanal glands. It is because of them that ferrets are called smelly. Why, they don’t call it in vain, the aroma from them be healthy. But if everything is done correctly in the clinic, then only cuteness and endless playfulness remain. True, if you don’t educate, the ferret will start biting your legs at any opportunity. And hide your wallet away: there are known cases of poking wallets and hiding them under the sofa, behind the sofa, on the closet, under the closet, under the carpet and in the mezzanine. The cost of a ferret is from 5000 rubles.

american curl

Representatives of this breed claim to be the owners of the cutest ears in the cat family. Everyone has seen lop-eared kittens, they, of course, are also cute. But American Curls have their ears turned back, fur out. A very rare breed, bred in the States about thirty years ago. They are shorthaired and longhaired. The latter are more difficult to care for, they need to be combed twice a week: otherwise - hello, mats! The cost of an American curl is from 7000 rubles.

Japanese Chin

This dog is suitable for those who love to do hairstyles, comb and bother with hair in every possible way. Canine, of course. Because the Japanese Chin has some kind of continuous infinity. In addition, they are very social dogs and require constant attention. Otherwise, they become lethargic, sad, withdrawn and depressed. Don't offend Japanese Chins, take them on your hands! The cost of a Japanese chin is from 10,000 rubles.

Komondor or Hungarian Shepherd Dog

Mop dog, she is also a Hungarian shepherd shepherd dog. A huge pompom, a rastaman in dreadlocks, a ball of rope - it's all about the komondor. He has a very funny look: thanks to an unusual coat growing in rolled dreadlocks, the dog turns into a snowball. This hairstyle is formed in dogs by the age of two. And before that, they are more like fluffy bears, which is also very cute. Dreadlocks are not combed or cut, so over the years the dog becomes hairier and bigger. And dirtier, because no one has yet canceled the dirt adhering to the wool. The cost of a komondor is from 12,000 rubles.

Pug

It is simply impossible not to fall in love with those huge black eyes and folds all over the body. It seems that the dog apologizes all the time, and even if this miracle causes trouble, it is impossible not to forgive him. And pugs look absolutely charming in different suits and sweaters. True, at the same time they snore, overeat and require special attention to their person in every sense: from care to treatment. Well, which one of us is perfect? Another interesting fact: the dog is square. And we are now completely serious. The average proportions of a pug (according to official breed standards) are 33 centimeters at the withers and 33 centimeters in length. Perhaps this is the main reason for their tenderness? The cost of a pug is from 15,000 rubles.

bengal cat

It looks like a real leopard, in size and character - a domestic cat. Some are wary of this breed: “But she won’t eat the owner”? But in fact, they are the cutest creatures. These cats have inherited from their ancestor, the wild leopard cat, a unique coloring, incredible grace and an insane love for water games. Close the bathroom door! The cost of a Bengal cat is about 15,000 rubles.

yorkshire terrier

She is also a breed for lovers of small dogs. Yorkshires can be funny to cut, buy them funny outfits and shoes. In general, to have fun with them to the fullest - Barbie will be forgotten. A full-fledged live toy with an accommodating character, a cute muzzle and British roots. Loud-voiced meteors, who need to be toilet trained as soon as possible from childhood. Otherwise, a child will appear in your house who will have to change diapers. The cost of a Yorkshire Terrier is from 15,000 rubles.

Bolognese or French lap dog

Very fluffy, kind and smart dog. He is very trainable and gets along well with children. A kind of shaggy little nanny. Boundless devotion and activity are the hallmarks of these cute little dogs. Their inner content is fully consistent with the angelic appearance: in addition to a stylish gait, these dogs have great charm. Unpretentious, but it is necessary to comb out every day. The cost of bolognese is from 15,000 rubles.

Chihuahua

Such a mukhtar will not be able to guard the house, he is also unlikely to bring slippers, but he gives great aesthetic pleasure. Very tactile dogs, they love to be squeezed and scratched. They can not get off their hands around the clock. Chihuahuas have a very stable psyche, fearlessness, as well as incredible endurance. Smart. In general, solid pluses. The cost of a Chihuahua is from 15,000 rubles.

Russian toy terrier

A dwarf dog, absolutely unadapted to life in the wild. This tiny dog ​​with bulging eyes constantly needs attention, like a small child. It does not slip off the hands and trembles if it is not dressed up in a jacket or a knitted vest. Ideal for those who have nowhere to put tenderness and attention. The dog is ideal for large cities: he feels great even in the smallest apartment, is very unpretentious in care, if the owner wishes, he calmly learns to go to the tray. But this is an extreme case if you are too lazy to walk with your pet in bad weather. We hope it doesn't come to that. The cost of a Russian toy terrier is from 18,000 rubles.

Miniature Pomeranian

This is a living soft toy. Literally a teddy bear that runs after you around the apartment, wears slippers and rubs against your legs. The cuteness of these dogs exceeds the norms approved by the European Convention on Human Rights. They are criminally cute. In addition, this Spitz is smart and quick-witted: by the age of five months, your dog will easily remember the basic commands and will obey you unquestioningly. The cost of a dwarf Pomeranian is from 20,000 rubles.

Siberian Husky

This is an ancient breed of sled dogs, they are able to live and work in the most severe conditions. Huskies have such serious facial expressions that they have become an Internet meme. Online pranksters call huskies "suspect dog". In general, these are incredibly cute creatures that love to babysit children. A very mobile and playful breed, the best jogging partner. Attention: Huskies love space, so you should not start such a breed as a room dog. In addition, a sled dog needs a lot of physical activity every day. The cost of a husky starts from 25,000 rubles.

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