People need a pet for various reasons: they need a friend or companion, they like certain kinds of pets, or the pet adopted them. Whatever the reason is, these pets are important to them, and offering the best life possible for these pets is crucial.
The problem is, not everyone lives in a big house with plenty of rooms and a backyard. Some people live in small apartments with limited space and no backyard. But don’t worry, despite living in a small apartment, there are small pets that can brighten your day.
That’s right, in this article I am not going to talk about dogs but also other great animals. These small pets are going to be your best friends and will have the best time no matter where they live.
Betta fish
Betta fish are beautiful. They swim gracefully, are low-maintenance, and look cute. People who love fish would love to own a betta fish swimming in an aquarium. These fish make a good pet for people who live in small apartments. A small aquarium (at least a 5-gallon one) can fit one or two betta fish.
Just make sure to clean the water regularly and maintain a steady water temperature. As for the food, a few pellets a day are enough for one betta fish. Beware of overfeeding though.
Leopard geckos
Lizard lovers would rejoice to own an amazing leopard gecko. Leopard geckos can live in a contained space and are a perfect pet for people who live in small apartments. A typical leopard gecko is about 10 inches in length and can live up to 10 years, some can even live for 20 years.
You can use a 10-gallon glass or plastic tank as the house for your leopard gecko. Put a water bowl and a heat source, and you’re ready to own one. If you’re concerned about noise, you should be happy to know that leopard geckos don’t make any noise at all. They’re quiet as can be and easy to care for.
Birds
Believe it or not, birds are typically easy to maintain. But keep in mind that some birds are very loud, so get a bird that is small and quiet. Some birds such as cockatiels, canaries, and parakeets are a great choice. They are quiet, small, and easy to care for.
But, one thing before you get one, birds live for a very long time – up to 20 years. So you have to commit to taking care of a bird for the rest of your life. If you’re ready to get a life-long friend, then you will be happy to get a bird.
Hamsters
Hamsters are one of the most popular small pets in the world. They’re small, happy to live in a cage, easy to care for, and quiet. Hamsters are truly an ideal apartment pet, even for people who never own a pet before.
Hamsters are also clean as they groom themselves often. So, if you want to play with them, simply take them out of their cage and let them run around. Most hamsters also don’t shed, so your apartment won’t get dirty. A 2-cubic-feet cage is enough for most hamsters, create a hiding spot, and put food and water, other items to chew, absorbent bedding, and of course, an exercise wheel.
Guinea pigs
I know that most people don’t even know the difference between a hamster and a guinea pig. But I assure you that they are different species. Guinea pigs are more social than hamsters, and they let out more sounds but are still relatively quiet.
A cage of about 7-8 square feet should be enough, even for a big guinea pig. Height is not critical since they don’t climb, so a foot or 18 inches tall is enough. And since they love to socialize, let them out of the cage regularly to play and explore.
Conclusion
These small pets are a great option for people who live in small apartments. They’re all relatively easy to care for and even beginners shouldn’t have any difficulties. And just like any kind of pet, make sure to give them a lot of love.
