What attracts us to particular pets and breeds?
Sometimes, you just know life wouldn’t be complete without a certain kind of pet in it. Read on to find out what attracts people to different types and breeds of pets.
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Why do people get pets?
Someone to love
To nurture and to love is built into us and, for many people, a pet fulfils the role of something to be taken care of.
Whether it’s raising a new puppy or kitten to become a big part of the family, or providing an underwater paradise for aquatic pets, we get a great feeling just from knowing we are providing the best we can for our furry, feathery or scaly friends.
Good companions
Pets provide unconditional friendship and loyalty. For some people, a pet may be the only companion in the home. Some pets may be less interactive, but can still provide hours of pleasure for their owners – who couldn’t find it relaxing to gaze at a sparkling shoal of tropical fish?
Many families want their children to grow up with a pet dog who can be their playmate, or to have some friendly guinea pigs to love and take care of. Pets can even become the sole focus of their humans, in a similar way to the role filled by a child – the term ‘fur baby’ recently became included in the Oxford English Dictionary!
A lifestyle choice!
Lots of us choose a pet who complements our lifestyle. Whether it’s an elegant cat, waiting to climb onto your lap when you get home from work, or a lively young dog who enjoys accompanying you on long, weekend hikes, there’s a pet to suit everyone!
A pet can help their human to make a whole new network of friends with similar interests. You’ll find that you’ll soon make ‘dog-walking buddies’, once you and your pup become regulars at the local park. And once you get involved in keeping small furries, the online community of fellow pocket pet fans can be a great place to share photos and stories about your little guys.
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Where can you find the right pet for you?
Pets can make wonderful companions, but how do you decide which one is right for you? There are lots of factors you need to take into account before you make this life-changing decision. Read on to find out more to ensure you set off on the right foot when it comes to pet ownership.
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