If you or your children have allergies, choosing a pet might seem like an exercise in futility. If you’re someplace where cats and dogs are out of the question, it may seem hopeless to find a small animal that makes a good pet and won’t flare up allergies.
Pet lovers are not without options. With a little research and a small investment, you can set your home up for any number of hypo-allergenic pets that kids and adults will love.
Turtles
Turtles are a great animal to have around, with red-eared sliders being the most common. They are active, colorful, fine with a vegetarian lifestyle, and are not prone to running away. Most turtles do very well in a 20-gallon tank with a suitable amount of water and space to move around. Turtles can come out of their tank to crawl around so long as there are no predators nearby, and no chance of them falling.
Other Reptiles
If you’ve got a reptile fan, any number of snakes and lizards might be a good option when you’re looking for hypo-allergenic pets or companions that do well in small living spaces. These animals will require an escape-proof enclosure as well as a strictly controlled temperature. When choosing a snake or lizard, fully research how large the animal will grow, and don’t get anything larger than you or your child can comfortably handle.
Chinchillas
Let’s say scaly and aquatic is not what you’re looking for. If you want something cuddly, chinchillas are a great way to go. They are heavenly to touch, and with their lush fur, they look like a cross between a rabbit and a grey squirrel. Their fur is so thick that lice, fleas, and ticks can’t get near it.
Looking For Something More Unusual?
For something a little more unusual, give the hedgehog a try. These are adorable, playful animals that have quills instead of fur. Unlike porcupines, hedgehogs won’t throw their quills, but they will puff them up as a warning to stay away. If properly socialized, hedgehogs are friendly and fun. They are nocturnal animals and are not especially good climbers, so escape is rare.
Where To Find Local Vets
There’s no reason to be pet-less when there are so many hypo-allergenic pets available, from the fascinating to the cuddly. If any of these pets run into health issues, you’ll want to seek medical attention immediately. TalkLocal cuts down on the time it takes to find a reliable professional.
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