About Pets: Choosing the Best Pet for Your Family

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From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor
It can be hard enough for single people to decide on a pet that's the best fit for them, but it's even harder if you have a family to think of. Having little ones around means choosing a pet that will be safe and fun for the whole family to interact with on a daily basis, so it pays to do plenty of research before making your final decision. Check out the articles below for information that will help you decide what the best animal companion for you and your loved ones would be.

Good Reptiles for Beginners
If you feel drawn to a cold-blooded animal friend, then keep in mind that some reptiles tolerate children and handling much better than others. Check out the animals on this list for a few great ideas for good pet reptiles for beginners.

Choosing the Right Bird for You
Choosing a feathered friend can be a tough decision, and requires plenty of homework on the new owner's part in order to be successful. Some have no idea that many birds have special dietary requirements, or that they need to be handled and let out daily, so not learning about their care can lead to unhappy owners and unwanted birds. Make sure that this does not happen to your family by reviewing these tips on choosing the right bird for you!

Pet Adoption and Fostering
Many people decide that it's best to take a "trial run" before adopting a pet, and that's where fostering comes in. Most pet rescues are usually in need of foster families for their pets. This article will give you an idea of how the typical foster process works, and how you can get involved.

How to Get a Horse
If you've decided that you'd like to own a horse, there are several ways that you can go about getting one. For helpful info, check out this great article from your Guide to Horses, Katherine Blocksdorf.
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