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Homeowners: Are These Unconventional Pets Perfect for You?
National Pet Day is recognized every April, but those with pets know that every day is pet day in our households! If you haven't given your heart to a pet yet, maybe it's because you haven't found the right one for you yet. Here are a handful of unconventional pets to consider as you shop Alexandria homes for sale.
- Sugar Glider
Sugar gliders are one of the most popular unconventional pets. While they're small and can be kept in a cage like a hamster or a gerbil, they are actually marsupials and can live for 10-15 years. These intelligent and social animals like lots of interaction with their humans and have similar requirements as other caged animals. Because of their social natures, they also get separation anxiety when kept by themselves, so should be adopted in pairs. - Hedgehog
Want a small, caged animal that can be kept by itself and doesn't need to be adopted in pairs? Hedgehogs are cute, fun pets that can be kept by themselves without getting separation anxiety. They are also somewhat exotic and unusual pets, but their maintenance is fairly low. For the most part, they just require a clean cage and regular handling. - Hermit Crabs
If remembering to interact with a pet is difficult for you, hermit crabs make fascinating but low-maintenance pets. You'll only need a terrarium that you can keep fairly humid, sand, pelleted food, and various shells they can fit into. Since they're small and shy, the terrarium won't need much upkeep, and they aren't pets to snuggle with, so you don't have to worry about providing enough interaction. - Tarantula
Many people don't realize that tarantulas are low-maintenance pets as well. Like hermit crabs, they just need an appropriate habitat and food without much cleaning or handling. They do require live meals, and you'll need to make sure their enclosure and lid are as escape-proof as possible, as tarantulas are known for their escape artist tendencies. - Sea Monkeys
Yes, sea monkeys are real creatures. They are a hybrid species of brine shrimp created in the last 100 years. Typically you buy sea monkeys in a hatching kit, so they are popular for kids and science-minded adults who enjoy watching the entire life cycle unfold. They are low maintenance as well, only needing oxygenated water and to be fed every five days.
These easy, low-maintenance, and completely unconventional pets are great for busy homeowners or those with small homes, as none of them require much space. If you're tired of living in a smaller home, though, it might be time to start browsing Arden Hills homes for sale for something that better suits your needs. Call today to start the search for your dream home.
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