Hamsters are small, cuddly balls of fur enjoyed by many families and experts say they're perfect pets for inexperienced owners. "They are really a pet, just like any other," said Tony Adler, ...

If you have young children, chances are you get weekly, if not daily, requests for a pet. While a family cat or dog is a right of passage for many, it can be a lot of responsibility for children who ...

Hamsters are sometimes seen as beginner pets – a tiny gift to young kids to teach responsibility and test out if they’re ready for a larger dog or cat. However, this mindset can be harmful if hamsters ...

Question: Our kids are now 8 and 6, and we want to get them some kind of pet so that they will learn a bit of responsibility. Our landlord will not allow dogs or cats but said we could get any pet ...

Hamsters and guinea pigs are two of the most popular small pets, especially for young children. While they both may be small and cute, they have notably different personalities, needs, and care ...