We are all aware that Covid-19 pandemic has had an impact on both humans and animals. However, we can all agree that Pets are not for entertainment. pets are for companionship.
A lot of people made the decision to be pet owners in the pandemic for a lot of reasons. One of which is avoiding loneliness and also providing company for their kids.
This article will give you some beneficial information about the type of pets your children will enjoy their company. If you are interested please keep reading.
Dogs
The bond between a child and a dog is very strong – it has also been seen widely among pet lovers across the world.
Although Dogs can be high-maintenance pets, they require a good amount of care and training. Dogs are gentle and loving, and they can make for good companions both inside and outside the house. Having a dog can push your child to go out and play more, as dogs require a fair amount of exercise as well.
Important note: Dogs are extremely loyal to their owners.
Cats
Cats are adorable, and can easily blend in well with the rest of the family.
Cats may not be as playful as dogs. Cats are independent creatures – unlike dogs, cats are not always loyal to their owners and may run away from time to time. There is also a higher chance of your child contracting allergies from cats as opposed to dogs.
Cats are moody and defensive and can retaliate if disturbed. However, for lazy people the good thing is that Cats require little maintenance – they often take care of themselves.
Don’t we all love cats?
Birds
Birds are not only colorful and nice to look at, but they also bring joy into the household through their melodies.
Some kids do not like physically touching animals, but enjoy watching them from afar – birds are the perfect companion for such kids. The musical sounds of birds can be a matter of fascination for children, and most birds are non-threatening and can stay in their cages without any trouble.
Handling and training a bird takes time and patience, and this is very important for your kid to have them both.
Fish
Certain kids prefer pets that are calmer, so they can observe them quietly. A fish is one of the best pets for toddlers since all it takes is clean water and food at regular intervals.
Some brightly-colored fish can also intrigue your child and entertain him. As well as teaching them responsibility to care for their fish, It is important to make sure that you are feeding the right kind of food to your fish, and feeding it in the right quantity is absolutely necessary.
Quiet and calm, fish can add beauty to your home.
Hamsters
Tiny and entertaining, hamsters rarely run out of energy.
Extremely cute at first sight, a hamster makes for a great pet, provided your kid will look after it constantly. Installing a hamster wheel in the pet’s cage is the best way to keep it occupied.
Hamsters are known to get messy rather quickly, and the smell can be unpleasant to the point of being unbearable. Hamster cages require frequent cleaning and maintenance and skipping out on it is usually not an option, owing to the smell.
Guinea Pigs
Rather unconventional, but guinea pigs can be found in many households.
Guinea pigs can be handled easily since they rarely bite a person. They are smart and respond to a lot of your child’s actions.
Guinea pigs are generally social and almost always require a companion. They hate tiny spaces and require a large area to live. They largely depend on vitamin C, and hence, require healthy food items constantly.
Rabbits
The most adorable pets of them all, after dogs, of course, rabbits are great pets for toddlers.
Extremely cute and cuddly, rabbits take their time to get used to human touch. However, once they do, they make great pets. Your kid will have fun carrying the rabbit around the house in his pocket or on his head and the rabbit will mostly stay put, simply observing around.
Since rabbits are social, they require constant attention. At the same time, they do not like to be constantly held. Their cages also require regular cleaning and unattended rabbits can create quite a mess in the house. Rabbits also multiply terribly quickly, so make sure to get a same-sex pair if you want to get more than one.
Turtles
This pet may end up becoming the oldest member of your family, and also the wisest.
Turtles are calm, gentle, and peaceful creatures. Children are known to be endlessly fascinated by them, and they often have long conversations with them since turtles can stay in one position for long duration.
A turtle requires multiple environmental conditions to be appropriately set for its survival. Turtles also have a tremendous lifespan, so there’s a chance that your child will be taking care of it even when he’s in high school!
Important note: If your child is less than five years old, avoid getting a turtle as it is known to spread salmonella.
Always adopt. Buying a fancy breed is a bad idea because animals like dogs and cats are bred in inhumane conditions for money. While the thought of having a fancy, luxurious dog breed is exciting, adopting abandoned animals living in shelters and giving them a good life is a noble idea.
Ensure that your child is serious about wanting a pet, because it is a long commitment.
Read extensively about the pet you are about to adopt. Ask around and find people who have first-hand experience with the pet to know what you are in for.
Establish ground rules in the house before the pet comes. Communicate to your little one that taking care of the pet will be a joint responsibility, and that he will also have to do his part and not leave it to someone else.
Keep an eye out on good veterinarians around your home, in case of emergencies. Do the same for pet food supply stores.
Lastly, be patient when taking care of your pet. It may take a while to adjust to this new being in the house, but it will surely be worth it.
Having pets can teach your kid a lot of things about life and about social interaction. Small pets for kids are easier to look after and your child can also learn to handle them the right way. Make an informed choice based on your preference and practicality, and your kid will have a companion they have so looked forward to. Don’t forget, Teach your kids to always be kind to all animals. They have emotions as much as we humans do.
