What is the best pet for a 6 yr. old boy ... no cats or dogs?

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What is the best pet for a 6 yr. old boy ... no cats or dogs?

Answer 1

watd u asking 4r is a fish

Answer 2

fish

Answer 3

Well, I was going to suggest a boxer puppy until I saw no cats or dogs. I have a boxer, and he's wonderful with my 9 year, 6 year, 3 year, and 8 month old. They crawl all over him, rough house with him, and he takes it all in, is very gentle and loving, and has never growled at any of them.

But- if you insist on no cats or dogs (although I believe cats and dogs can be the best companions anyone can have) I would suggest something along the lines of a hampster or guinea pig. Maybe a fish? That's all I can seem to think of.

Answer 4

Bummer because a Labrador is big enough and gentle enough to handle the abuse.

Answer 5

I have four children.  All of them have owned rats from about first grade age on up.  Rats are very nice pets for young kids.  They are friendly and smart.  And east to take care of.

All four of my kids have taken their rats to "show and tell" and the other kids just love them.  I remember when my oldest was in first grade and 20 first graders were all trying to give the rat a cheerio at the same time.  The rat was sitting on my son's shoulder just eating up all the attention.

Answer 6

im a big fan of lizards or spiders for a young boy (if mom can tolerate them ) they're "cool" for a boy and generally low maintnence. Gecko's or Iguana's are great or maybe a Tarantula. Good luck!

Answer 7

Well i would suggest a leopard gecko or a bearded dragon, but when he doesn't take care of it, you will have to.

Those animals are really great for kids.

Do research. Find something that you would be comfortable taking care of, everyone knows a 6 year old will only do it for a short time.

Answer 8

The best guess is a goldfish its easy to care for and it lives fot like a few years or a hampster just make sure HE REALLY LIKE ANIMals