Scientists still can not figure out when a person first got a pet. Several thousand years ago, our ancestors tried to domesticate wolves. They understood that animals could be of great benefit in hunting.
Of course, now there are very few such daredevils. People choose more harmless animals that have long adapted to live next to humans.
The most common animals are dogs and cats, but it is not necessary to opt for them. There are other pets who can keep you company and save you from loneliness.
Below is the rating of the most popular pets.
10. Ferret
In Russia, ferrets moved to the category of domestic animals relatively recently, only 10 to 15 years ago. Domestic ferret no different from his wild brother. He leads a nocturnal lifestyle, is active, frolic, and sleeps during the day. But these animals are very charming, easily trained, playful.
Do not forget that the ferret can harm its owner. Another reason why this pet is not suitable for everyone is a specific smell. Life expectancy of 8 to 10 years.
Care Features. Caring for a ferret is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. First of all, you need to prepare an apartment, make sure that there are no cracks and holes in the floor and walls. The animal loves to climb into a secluded place and can get stuck. It’s better to limit the ferret’s freedom to a cage or at least one room.
We'll have to accustom him to the tray, cut his claws. The ferret is a very fragile animal, it must be protected from the cold, heat, falls ... If you are not ready to treat it like a crystal vase, it is better to choose someone else.
9. Rat
Rats are called ideal pets. They have many advantages. They easily get used to any mode, adapt to the person. It is interesting to watch them. They are affectionate, smart, clean. They will help relieve stress, and most importantly, are easy to maintain and do not require large material costs.
Rats love communication. It is better for busy people to opt for other animals, or to acquire two rats at once. Perhaps their only drawback is their lifespan. Rats live 2 to 3 years.
Care Features. As already noted, rats do not require special care. All they need is a spacious cage, bedding, water and food. Owners of rats should remember that "walks" in the apartment should only be supervised. A pet can ruin personal belongings, gnaw wires.
8. Guinea pig
A good option - cavy. These animals have a calm, flexible character, love to play. Guinea pigs can not live without communication, so if you often go home, think about the company for your pet.
The animal spends most of its life in a cage, but daily walks in the apartment are necessary. With a lack of movement, he may have health problems. The average life expectancy is 4 to 8 years.
Care Features. Guinea pigs are unpretentious, for their maintenance does not require large financial investments. You have to spend money on a cage, if there are several animals, it is better to choose a more spacious one. You should provide your pet with toys so that he does not get bored. Mandatory procedures - clipping, bathing as it gets dirty.
7. Tortoise
Exotic animal. Not very popular, although ideal for busy people. The turtle does not need to comb out and walk, it will not scream and get underfoot, spoil furniture and things.
These lovely creatures are nice to watch. Play with them will not work, although some owners of turtles do not agree with this. Animals can be picked up, but remember that they don’t really like it. Turtles - centenarians (depending on the species), life expectancy from 20 to 80 years.
Care Features. If you decide to have a turtle, get ready for spending. Spacious terrarium, ultraviolet lamp - a pleasure not cheap. Many people prefer not to buy a terrarium, then the turtle lives on the floor. This is wrong, in such conditions the animal will not live long.
Depending on the species, turtles need to carry out hygienic procedures: cut their claws and beak (only land). Detailed information on the care of each species is best obtained from the veterinarian.
6. Rabbit
This cute animal will bring a lot of joy to its owner. Usually they have a light character, they gladly accept affection, playful. Rabbits are very fond of children.
If your child is still small, it is better to wait a bit with the purchase. These animals are very fragile, painful, easily injured and die. By the way, the rabbit won't like the neighborhood with a dog or cat either. The average life expectancy of 5 to 7 years.
Care Features. Rabbits very difficult to care for. They need a spacious cage, and preferably an aviary. The pet will be able to monitor the purity of the fur coat on its own, but the owner will have to monitor its health. And very carefully. They are afraid of drafts, falling from a small height can result in a spinal injury.
5. The hamster
Unpretentious, friendly, quick-witted. They attract people with low cost and ease of care. Hamsters are nocturnal, therefore, it may seem that these animals are inactive and inactive.
They easily get used to hands and even give in to training. That's just they do not live long, no more than 3 years, depending on the type and state of health.
Care Features. Care for the animal should begin with the choice of a good cage, equip it with everything you need: a drinking bowl, feeder, toilet. An active lifestyle can be provided to the hamster with the help of a wheel, a labyrinth and a special ball for walking around the apartment.
The rest of the hamsters are not pretentious. It is enough to provide the pet with food and water, cut its nails and regularly change the litter in the cage.
4. The parrot
Not everyone will like to live next to a parrot, although at first glance it may seem that they do not cause any trouble, this is not so.
They communicate using a scream, you have to forget about silence. They are not very clean, a lot of dirt from them. They easily damage: spoil things and other household items.
But next to them will never be bored. Parrots sociable, amenable to training, they can be trained in various tricks.
In addition, they are long-lived pets. Depending on the species, life expectancy may be from 10 to 100 years.
Care Features. Parrots are easy to care for. Before buying a pet, you need to prepare him a cage, toys and stock up on high-quality food. The only difficulty is cleaning.
Parrot owners will have to regularly clean the cage, as well as wash the bird. Parrots do not really like to swim, this can also be difficult.
3. Fish
Sure, fish they are unlikely to cheer on their master, but they have many advantages over other pets. They calm, doctors even recommend starting them up for people with an unstable psyche. In addition, the aquarium contributes to the creation of a favorable microclimate in the apartment.
There will be no problems with them: no need to walk, look after the hair, they are silent ... Perfect pets. Their lifespan depends on size.
Care Features. Fish need an aquarium. It is not necessary to buy a huge one, you can limit yourself to a budget option, but you should make sure that the fish have enough space in it. You need to regularly change the water, take care of aquarium plants and, of course, fish.
Mandatory procedures - feeding and observation. It is better to count the pets every day, and also pay attention to their appearance and behavior.
2. Dog
Everything seems to be known about dogs. People turn them on for various reasons. Someone for protection or hunting, someone for friendship and love, someone for prestige.
Anyway, dog - This is the most faithful friend who will bring many positive moments to the life of any person. The average life expectancy is 10 to 13 years.
Care Features. Dogs are easy to care for. You don’t have to spend money, you need to purchase ammunition for walking and toys. High-quality food, a visit to the veterinarian, hygiene procedures (depending on the breed) - that's all the dog needs.
The owner must prepare for long walks and provide the dog with an active lifestyle. Even the smallest breeds can not do without walking.
1. The cat
The most popular pets. We can say that cats do not bear any benefit (except that they catch mice), but people love them very much.
Despite the independent and freedom-loving nature, cats can also be friends. They are strongly attached to their masters.
There is an opinion that furry pets have a positive effect on the health and nervous system of a person. The average life expectancy is 12 to 18 years.
Care Features. The cat does not require large investments. Need a tray and filler, feed and toys. Animals are quite unpretentious. In many respects, the care is due to the breed of the animal. Most cats need combing, clipping.