When you hear the words "exotic pets?" what do you think? Maybe an expensive beast that is difficult to manage and maintain. This is not entirely correct. An exotic pet is a rare and unusual animal as a pet that will normally not held by a pet. So basically nothing more than a dog, cat or livestock. In fact, it covers a whole range of smaller, family-friendly pets. So what are they? This article deals with examples of five types to keep you amused exotic pet.
. 1 Rodents: There are a number of options under the nice pet rodents. People often cringe at the thought of having a rodent, but they are relatively easy to maintain, does not take up much space and can be very affectionate if handled properly.
a. The guinea pig is a large rodent pet, responsible mainly for an older child who is capable of looking after it. They are in a size that they are easier to handle for children but they will bite if scares, or behave well. Guinea pigs are pretty cheap just need a simple cage, clean, fresh bedding and food. You like eating fresh fruits and vegetables that the family is already eating. It is important for these animals found a daily dose of vitamin C in fruits and vegetables, you will learn how they are prone to getting scurvy.
b. Other rodents such as rats, mice, hamsters and gerbils can be a good pet choice but they have their own advantages and disadvantages each consider.For example rats are intelligent and can bond with consistent, careful handling but can crawl some family members, some rodents are best kept on their own, while others like to be in pairs. It's just a matter of doing some research to find the best solution for you.
. 2 Birds: Small birds such as finches and parakeets are a good choice for a pet. They are a little more susceptible than rodents and require some maintenance, including a daily clean out their cage with fresh food and water and can sometimes be impossible to tame. They are better for the older child and above age group and those who observe a pet instead of cuddling and stroking a pet prefer suitable.
. 3 lizards and snakes: These are not very affectionate or interactive but are interesting to watch. You need a special diet, such as when you think certain adopting a snake, you know, its food requirements. Also it could be expensive because they require extensive habitats, the greater the reptiles and amphibians, the larger the cage and thus more work.
. 4 Fish: If you are looking for a low maintenance pet, then fish are probably the best option. They are beautiful to watch as they swim around the tank there. And you can buy accessories to a tank from which there is a huge selection to choose add. It is curious to see how the fish react to each new addition of fish or other accessories.
After the initial cost of setting up the tank and then the only real maintenance costs and the fish feed. You feed the fish as fish feed on the buy directed. It is usually every day, but you can feed them with a weekly feeding tablet. If cost is an issue you can always buy a second hand tank and accessories.
. 5 hermit crab or Madagascar Hissing Cockroach: Now these two creatures are really low maintenance. You do not need treatment or a lot of human interaction, you need a little space and will not worry too much, if ignored for days. And you thought fish were low maintenance!
Well, here you have it, five example types of exotic pet types to keep you amused and there are many more "fish in the sea", so to speak .. A smaller option might be great if you live in an apartment or a pet that could be an option more space if you live in the country. So what's it to be?
Perhaps you are toying with the idea either adopting an exotic pet-type or the standard cat or a dog. Take a look at this help in your decision making....
