You can go out and get a dog if you want one for your family pet, but is that really the best choice for the reality of your life? You may think that a turtle is an easy pet for your kids, but do you know that to be true? Some pets seem to be maintenance free and cheap to care for, but that is not always the reality of it once they are in your home. Too many animals are purchased and hurt or abandoned because someone made the wrong choice. There are some things to think about before you get a pet that can make sure you have a good match.
If you want a dog, don't get one until you own your own home with a yard. It does not have to be a big yard, but you have to have one for a dog. Though your landlord (if you rent) may say that dogs are okay, they really need room to move. Some dogs are loyal to your family as a family pet, but could be dangerous to others. They seem sweet to you, but they may not like the kid living downstairs. Bad things happen when dogs are in shared homes or apartment buildings. The very best time to own a dog is when you are the only family in a home, and when you have a secure area for them to exercise.
A cat is a lower maintenance family pet, but they are not without need of care. Some think that cats do not need adult interactions, but some do. You have to get the right type of cat if you are not home a lot, but want a family pet that is furry and cuddly. Cats have needs that must be addressed by a veterinarian, which is not always cheap. Some cats need more attention than others. If you want a low maintenance cat, go to a shelter and ask for one. They probably have one with that temperament you can adopt as your family pet.
When it comes to reptiles, many families in apartments like to get these because they are self contained. However, as easy as it is to make space for them, remember that they are often not cheap to own for a family pet. Turtles and many other reptiles need some water and a heated area for basking. The aquarium you need to contain them and the accessories that you need to replicate the habitat that they need can be quite as expensive. They also require a clean habitat, which means you have to put time into them as well. As long as you know all of that and you have the means and the time, these can be great, though rather un-cuddly, pets.
Overall, exotic pets and pets like bunnies and snakes are not always the best choices for family pets without the right habitats and without enough room. You may want to have a rabbit for your daughter, but it may not be a wise family pet choice in your particular circumstances. Be reasonable and realistic when choosing your family pet so that you do not end up having to take them to a shelter where they may be put down because no one else can take them.
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