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What is the best type of pet to have as a buddy? (lemmy.fmhy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by QuietStorm@lemmy.fmhy.ml to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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ive only really had fish but ther enothing close to a buddy like, something like a dog or a cat. pets are also pricey and im allergic to cats and dogs plus my home is kinda messy. i do wish i could get something besides a fish but you know it is what it is.

so what type of pet do you have or what is the best type of pet to have?

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[–] robotrash@lemmy.robotra.sh 44 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You should work on taking care of yourself/your home before moving to another life that relies fully on you.

[–] QuietStorm@lemmy.fmhy.ml 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)

your right, ok ill try...

[–] odigo2020@lemmy.zip 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

With that said, I think that a companion pet can often help one make those changes. Since it sounds like money and allergies are a bit of an issue, I would suggest looking at rats. They are incredibly loyal and affectionate, clean, intelligent. They only live about 2-3 years, which sucks, but if you find that pet ownership isn't for you (and it's okay if it isn't), you aren't beholden to an animal that will live 4-5 times as long.

[–] robotrash@lemmy.robotra.sh 1 points 1 year ago

This is a good recommendation!