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Top Ten Best Pets for Kids

Cat​
Cat​

The following are five cat breeds that are known to interact well with children, especially quiet kids who are less likely to need an active playmate. Just remember: Bringing a cat (or any pet) into the home is a big decision.

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Rabbit​
Rabbit​

Some rabbit breeds are a lot more difficult to befriend and gain the trust of than others. Whilst the giant breeds are gorgeous and usually very friendly, their long bodies make them susceptible to injury, meaning that they are not ideal pets for children.

Guinea pig​
Guinea pig​

Guinea pigs are great pets for children. Not as fragile as rabbits and generally less skittish than smaller rodents like hamsters and gerbils, guinea pigs are wonderful pets for elementary-school-age kids and older.

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Turtle​
Turtle​

For this reason, a box turtle may not be the best pet turtle for your child, unless you make sure they are happy. If they are happy, they will eat insects, earthworms and fruits and vegetables. Russian tortoises eat many different types of leafy green vegetables and like to nibble on them all day long, which is often fun for children to watch.

source: modernmom.com
Bird​
Bird​

Cockatiels are the largest of the Top 3 Best Birds for children. They do well with older children who have the time to devote to interacting with their pet. Cockatiels can learn to talk, whistle, and do cute tricks, making them a delight for kids to work with.

Lizard​
Lizard​

Personally, I love the fact that children are fascinated by reptiles and plead with their parents to keep them as pets. Luckily, reptiles can make great pets for them, provided the right approach is taken.

Hamster​
Hamster​

Syrian hamsters are the largest captive hamsters and the most popular choices for hamster pets, according to the Pet Web Site. Also called golden hamsters or standard hamsters, these members of the rodent family are best kept by themselves, as they can be antisocial and aggressive toward members of their own species.