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Last Updated on July 27, 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article is contributed by guest writer, David Girard (Author at <\/em>Tankarium.com<\/em><\/a>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy Pets for Kids
15 Low-Maintenance Critters for Children<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Many kids want a\npet. But the job of looking after the creature often falls to the parents. So,\nif your lifestyle is hectic, you want a low-maintenance companion animal that\nyour children can enjoy without it taking up too much of your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nRead this guide to discover 15 low-maintenance pets for kids.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before We Start \u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we begin\nour list, it\u2019s important for would-be pet owners to understand that all creatures require some degree of care.<\/strong>\nThere\u2019s no such thing as a set-and-forget pet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, some animals\nneed less care than others, which is why they made it onto our list. So, before\nyou commit to taking on a pet, research its needs thoroughly to make sure that\nyou can devote the time to the care that the animal needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: StockSnap via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. Fish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fish are\nfrequently regarded as low-maintenance pets, but that\u2019s not really the case at\nall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

David Girard<\/strong>, Managing Editor of\nTankarium and lifetime betta fish enthusiast recommends that you choose a betta\nas a kid\u2019s pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBettas are not\nonly beautiful, but they\u2019re also very hardy, intelligent, and you don\u2019t need a\nhuge tank,\u201d says Girard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can always find betta fish for sale in your local fish store, but if you want an unusual variety, it\u2019s also possible to buy a betta fish online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: sipa via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

2. Rats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A pet rat can be a wonderful companion for an older child. Rats are super-bright and love attention, even learning simple tricks and responding to their name! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need to provide your rat with a spacious cage that has lots of different levels, climbing poles, and toys to keep him entertained when you\u2019re not around. The cage will need to be kept clean and the rat will need feeding every day. However, compared with a dog, a rat is a pretty low-maintenance pet option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: metalboy25 via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

3. Hamsters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hamsters are\nanother rodent pet that many kids love. Although not as friendly or pettable as\nrats, hamsters can be fun to watch, as they are playful little critters.\nHowever, hamsters are mostly nocturnal, so your kids might not get to see much\nof their furry friends if they go to bed early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hamsters need a\nroomy cage with an exercise wheel and plenty of comfy bedding. Also, you need\nto feed your hamster every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Chinchillas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Chinchilla<\/a> is a delightful little animal that\u2019s full of energy and loves to be petted, too. These animals live for up to 15 years, which can be great for small children who get to grow up with their beloved pets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These animals do require some care in that you need to provide a large cage and dust bath, both of which need maintenance. Also, Chinchillas are sociable creatures that need the company of their own kind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Sea Monkeys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sea Monkeys<\/a> are actually a species of brine shrimp. These active little animals are the ultimate low-maintenance pet for young children who just want to see something moving around in a small aquarium and feed the Monkeys once a week or so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sea Monkeys only\nlive for up to two years, too, so they make a good option if you think your\nkids will quickly lose interest in their pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Cats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A cat can make a\ngreat pet that\u2019s relatively easy and low-maintenance to care for. Kittens can\nquickly trash your house, so you might want to go for an older cat from a\nrescue or shelter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cats are interactive, enjoying a game, a grooming session, and dreaming<\/a> on your child\u2019s lap. Also, cats like to do their own thing. Unlike dogs, cats prefer to spend a lot of their day outside. If you have an indoor cat, you need to provide a litter box for your pet and clean it out regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: Vantage Point Graphics via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

7. Guinea Pigs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Guinea pigs are fun pets that are relatively easy to care for. You\u2019ll need to provide the piggies with a roomy cage and an outdoor run and feed them correctly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In return, your Guinea pigs will entertain your child with their antics, and these cuties also enjoy being held and cuddled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Tortoises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An often forgotten low-maintenance pet for kids is the tortoise. These critters can live for well over 100 years<\/a> in some cases, and can even become a much-loved family heirloom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the\nspecies, you can keep tortoises outside or inside, with the most popular pet\nvarieties being the Turkish spur-thighed and Hermann\u2019s tortoise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Turtles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Similar to the\ntortoise, turtles can make good pets that are relatively low-maintenance. Small\nbreeds, such as the Eastern Box or African Sideneck don\u2019t grow too big so are\ncontent to live in a modest terrarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although you need\nto keep their enclosure clean and hygienic, you don\u2019t need to feed the turtles\nevery day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: Andreas Lischka via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

10. Parakeets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Parakeets are\ngorgeous to look at and certainly have a great presence in your home. These\nchatty birds enjoy interacting with their human keepers, and they can learn\nsimple commands, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to\nmaintenance, you\u2019ll need to keep the birds\u2019 cage clean and feed them every day.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Butterflies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Butterflies can\nmake an unusual and very educational choice of pet for a child who is in fifth\ngrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, you start by\nkeeping caterpillars, and watching them morph into a beautiful butterfly. The\nwhole process takes from six to eight months and the caterpillars feed on\ncommon garden plants. These pets are cheap to keep, require next to no\nmaintenance, and they\u2019re short-lived, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: sandid via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

12. African Dwarf Frogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

African Dwarf\nfrogs can be kept as companions for betta fish and small, peaceful fish\nspecies. These completely aquatic frogs spend their whole lives underwater,\nalthough they do need access to the surface to breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aquarium needs\nto be maintained in much the same way as you would for fish, but these\namphibians are non-interactive. So, simply provide your frogs with a few\ncompanions, and feed them every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo Credit: Josch13 via Pixabay<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

14. Praying Mantis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Praying\nMantis has to be one of the easiest pets to care for. All you need is a cage\nthat\u2019s large enough for the insects to move around. Feeding the creatures is a\nbreeze since they eat other small insects, including moths and fruit flies, and\neven smaller mantis!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although they can be bought from many pet\nstores, if you look closely, the chances are that you\u2019ll find one of these\ncritters living right there in your backyard!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

15. Hermit Crab<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hermit crabs are\na fun pet for kids to own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These creatures\nneed a clean, well-maintained aquarium with a sandy substrate that needs\ndeep-cleaning a few times a year. Aside from that, you just need to remove any\nwaste from the tank every week and change some of the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feed the crabs\ndaily with special pellets or scraps of fish and prawns. And when the crabs\noutgrow their shells, take the kids to the pet store to choose new ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finding the Perfect Low-Maintenance Family Pet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your kids are desperate to have a pet but you\u2019re short of time, any of the creatures we featured in this guide could be just what you\u2019re looking for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019ve picked out pets that are low-maintenance, it\u2019s important to understand that all these animals require some degree of care. It\u2019s really just a case of doing some research and deciding how much time you have to devote to their care. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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