Pets are companion animals that are kept in one’s person company for entertainment, for recreational purpose, or for prey of other animals or for protection your animals.Most common companion animals that are kept in homes now a days are small animals like cats, ferrets, dogs or it may be birds, i.e: parrots, sparrows, Budgerigars ,macaws etc.
Here we will discuss 17 important points to be ponder before choosing a pets animals.
larger companion animals needs more space and exercise and may be more difficult to handle
do you want a animal as a friend that enjoy human interaction and can be held, or a pet that is a happier without regular handling
commercially prepared food are available for several household pet species but other will require a variety of fresh foods prepared daily or even mice or insects species as a staple in their diets.
consider what size and type of housing is necessary also think about what special equipment’s may be needed (e.g. ultra violet lights).
if your life circumstances change school moves marriage children will you be at care for your partner companion animal.
keep in mind the housing supply food and veterinary care and other expenses are often far greater than the cost of the pet's itself carefully consider what you can afford when choosing a pet.
- Compatibility with children:
some companion animals are well suited to live with small children i.e; Fish, beagle dogs, or birds like budgerigars.
- Single vs. multiple pets:
some pets are happiest as single one (territorial or will fight) but other will be much more convenient with companion of same species. If pairs or group be kept though same sex pairs are preferred to prevent reproduction, for yet other pair’s females will get along while males should be kept singly.
- Compatibility with other pets:
will a new comer gets along the other pets in home or be stressed out by other animals in close proximity to them?
it is a good idea to have a qualified
veterinary doctor lined up to care your pet veterinary care, for some of more unusual ones it may be difficult to find one willing to see them, so see if you have access to vet care
before choosing a pet
some Animals live a very long time and are essentially a life-long commitment (and some may have easily outlive you)
some other companion animals are very active and require lot of exercise, other will be quieter (and some are so inactive they might be considered boring).
some pets are made of chew, dog and scratch and require significant training and pet proofing.
- Availability of pets sitters:
do you have someone who will look after your pet if you go away from home.Some of more unique pets may have be a challenge when it comes to finding pet sitters
some animals carry disease that can be
transmitted from animals to humans. This is a very important consideration if there are house hold embers with vulnerable immune system like young children, elderly people or immune comprised people.
- Potential danger from pets:
some pets can be aggressive dangerous or toxic, really think twice about this one: why would you want a pet from this category???
If you are thinking about an exotic pet for the ‘cool’ factor. Please consider choosing an exotic animal consider whether it is truly going to meet your expectations and fit into your long term plans. Your choice of exotic companion animal must also be based on your ability (in time and mandatory) To provide adequate housing space care and attention.
First and foremost, find out which kinds of Animals or birds are illegal in your area, don’t ignore the laws because you might get away from it; legal problems and heartaches are possible result.
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