Are degus better than hamsters?

Are degus better than hamsters?

Another hamster-alternative would be getting a couple degus. They are 3-4 times bigger than a hamster, they live longer, and are active and affectionate pets. The average pet hamster lives around 2 years; the average pet degu lives 6-8 years.

Which rodent makes the best pet?

What choices do you have?

• Hamsters. The most common pet hamsters are Syrian or golden hamsters, but albino (white with pink eyes) hamsters are also available.
• Gerbils. Similar in size to hamsters, gerbils are more active and social.
• Mice.
• Rats.
• Guinea pigs.

What is the easiest rodent to take care of?

Mice – Like hamsters, mice are better left watched rather than handled. They are very timid, often shying away from human interaction and are very quick and skittish, allowing them to easily escape when held. Mice are one of the easiest pets to own because they have minimal space needs and do not require attention.

What is the best small animal to have as a pet?

According to the American Pet Products Association 2011-2012 survey, the top eight small pets are rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, mice/rats, gerbils, chinchillas and ferrets. Here’s a quick review of each species’ child-friendly pet potential.

What is the cleanest pet to own?

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1. Budgies. Budgies are a great pet option as they are very easy to look after.
2. Hamsters. The benefit of having a hamster is that they are incredibly easy to look after.
3. Guinea pigs.
4. Cats.
5. Dogs.

What is a good starter pet for a kid?

1. Fish. A fish may be the perfect “starter” pet for a child, but not just any fish will do. Goldfish may seem like the most obvious choice, but they’re actually more difficult to raise than the Siamese fighting fish (Betta fish).

What is the most expensive pet to own?

Top 10 Most Expensive Pets

• Cloned Dog – $155,000.
• White Lion Cub – $140,000.
• Stag Beetle – $89,000.
• Savannah Cat – $20,000.
• Palm Cockatoo – $16,000.
• Samoyed – $14,000.
• Hyacinth Macaw – $14,000.
• Capuchin Monkey – $8,500.

What is the best pet in Adopt Me legendary?

LEGENDARY PETS

• Guardian Lion – lunar new year event (500 Robux)
• Kangaroo – Aussie egg (unavailable)
• Kitsune – pet store (600 Robux)
• King Bee – coffee shop (honey)
• Monkey King – three monkey staffs combined with monkey (unavailable)
• Metal Ox – lunar new year event (ox box)