Top 10 Animals That Can Be Pets.

Animals that prove good companions

Asma Soomro
ILLUMINATION
7 min readSep 25, 2022

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Photographer admiring the pigs.

Animals are part of every ecosystem, not all kinds of animals are bullies even the wildest animals can be friendly once you’ve achieved its loyalty. And when you do so, it can cross any limits to protect you. We live in a mutual symbiosis where if we mind our own concern and live peacefully without hurting or causing any kind of harm to other living beings existing in our ecosystem then they will too. Humans and animals can be compatible. Animals can bring people together and be kind in their own ways. Lets take an example of Elephants, they are surprisingly intelligent and illustrate a good care of fellow herd when they are hurt or wounded or if we talk about Dogs. Dogs are lovely creatures and also very protective of their owner.

Owning a domestic animal can help with stress and loneliness. A lot of people who live alone keep a pet to accompany them. Keeping a pets benefits with a lot of sorrows.

Here is a list of 10 Animals you can keep as a pet in your house.

1. Dogs or Domestic Dogs:-

Puppy smiling to the owner

Canis familiaris, Domestic dogs, their average living time is 12 years. Ancient people used to breed dogs to work in the snow, these dogs were called sled dogs with breeds like huskies and malamutes and to this day they remain unchanged. There are over 360 breeds of dogs of which almost 200 breeds of dogs are capable to be kept as a pet while many others have the ability to fend for themselves. Here are some examples of dogs that are domestic; Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, Border Collie, Terrier, St Bernard, Dalmatian and more.

Studies believe that dogs are man’s fur-ever friends, they will always be adjacent you in any situation. Dogs have worked in company with people for years and they still do. They are walking joy, de facto some studies have confirmed that having a four-legged friend aids with several mental health issues. These loving creatures have maintained a quintessence of loyalty and care, one of which are of Masha The Dachshund Mix and Hachiko and many more. However before adding a dog to the family do a little googling about proper nurture for dogs, tons of people don’t know a dogs nutrition, this negligence can be harmful to your dog. You can train your dogs for protection, some dogs are very quick and intelligent at training like German Shepherd, they are fast, good hunters and eye-catching and…..a little mischievous. Dogs prove to be a loyal friend.

2. House Cats:-

Cats are angelic creatures

Felis catus, House cats or Domestic cats, they are sweet and loving animals however cats are a bit tenacious which mostly people adore. Cats are not very noisy……until you forget to give it a belly rub. Cats have ability to make you smile, they are like a little infant in the family, they bring love wholeheartedly wherever they go. Owning a cat is not very difficult, they are sort of chaotic while playing but mostly remain quiet. In comparison with dogs, cats are less conservative, they don’t usually be in need of training, they are able to self-clean and can additionally keep your house pest-free. Cats don’t need to be taken out more often since they are independent, so its quiet easy to own a cat.

3. Rabbits or Bunnies:-

All you need is love and a bunny rabbit

Oryctolagus cuniculus, related with European rabbits, there are 13 kinds of rabbits, of which 7 are cottontails. There average living time is 9 years. Rabbits are shy creatures, they can be taught to respond to the command by training them. Keeping pet bunnies is a lot harder then you might think, they demand separate habitat, ’cause they are a bit messy. Letting rabbits into your house can cause a little destruction to you hard documents, walls and clothes, therefore it is better to give them a separate habitat with a good nutritious diet. Aside from everything else, Rabbits are cute, docile and lovable animals, many people choose to keep rabbits as pets, with an approximate of over 900,000 bunnies kept as a pet in UK.

4. Hamster:-

Totally tubular

Hamster is a brilliant animal to keep as a pet. They are cute, pleasant, easy to hold and they don’t require a lot of attention. They are just busy doing their exercise on their wheel. You just have to acknowledge some basic care and health instructions and have to be understanding. Moreover it’d be a great choice to keep one as a pet.

5. Fishes:-

Happy Fish

Fishes can prove a good pet, however its abiding commitment. They need to be taken good care of and given healthy fish food. They don’t occupy a lot of space. Many people choose to keep fishes in their house, just like small aquarium, very decent and gratifying. Goldfish is one of the most kept fishes in the house. They don’t get bored or lonely however it’d be better to keep a few than only one when you decide to pet fishes.

6. Birds:-

Union is there strength

Birds are loving and friendly, if you’re looking for a pet bird make sure to inspect for the one that suits you. There are plentiful kinds of bird, some are small while some are big, a few most fascinating bird species that tend to tempt people and families a lot are Budgies, Cockatiels, Canaries, Finches and Lovebirds, these species can be a great match and altogether are really courteous. However, it depends upon you, what attributes you want in your pet bird, feathery or that whistles together, Or maybe a good escort. Bird pets are usually kept in a cage that is more than sufficient for the bird to be comfortable to flap its pinions, You can provide it some gym play toys in the cage and train it and then you can let it out in your house once its fully instructed.

Perfect Hunter

People also cherish huge Hawks, Eagles or Falcons, specially the ones living in the Middle East. They train their birds from mandible to feet, they are called birds of prey, these birds hunt for their owners. So, if you are somehow determined to own such type of birds, you must be willing to train it hard or you can purchase one that is already upskilled.

7. Fennec Fox:-

You can keep a fennec fox as pet, All you need is to know about it.

Fennecus zerda, Fennec foxes are night-loving creature, they are small, adorable and light-weighted. They are known as smallest fox in the world. They usually reside in desert areas, Stable sand dunes are said to be their ideal habitat. They have brilliant sense of hearing due to their 4 to 6 inches long ears, helps to detect its prey and omit excess heat in summer.

As a pet, Fennec fox isn’t always befitting for people. It is outdoor animal however some people succeed at making a good understanding with this creature. They can be a bit aggressive with other domestic animals over their territory or the infant ones, if you’re keen to keep Fennec fox as pet then you must give it a plethora of room to run around or for exercise. They can prove a good pet if given good care and environment.

8. Hedgehogs:-

Sharp but sweet

Erinaceus europaeus, Hedgehogs are spiny small animals. Keeping them as pets can be very beneficial, they eat worms, small insects and pests, therefore your house garden can be pest-free if you keep a hedgehog as pet. Hedgehogs are witty and also low-maintenance for your house, their spines do not sprout in general however be cautious when they panics, the quills can puncture your skin. This animal is nocturnal, active at night, it likes running, digging and can mess up your room, therefore provide it a sty away from your room or belongings.

9. Guinea Pigs:-

When you get a new guinea pig, the care it gets before you take it home matters. It can impact how healthy and long it lives.

Cavia porcellus, guinea pigs or domestic guinea pigs, they are a species of rodents. They are tiny, fun, and personable animals, they can make good first pet. They are also gone by “Cavies”, their average living time is 6 year, can live more. If you’re thinking of adopting a cavy, get a pair, they are happiest in pair. However, they also need a special care and diet just like other animal companions.

10. Sugar Glider:-

Warm and tiny sugar glider

Petaurus breviceps, sugar glider is small nocturnal animal, they are playful and energetic, their living time is 10 to 15 years, they need good care as they are small, you might wanna get them some toys to keep them busy at night as they are nocturnal, so they cannot ruin your belongings. However, at the end of the day, they are wild animals, they do not like being held captive. Making them domestic would result in the pet being sick and unhappy, but they can be really friendly neighbors.

I hope this assists you in finding a good animal companion.

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Asma Soomro
ILLUMINATION

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