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     frogs

Getting a frog shouldn't be considered all that different from getting a cat or dog. It can be a lot of work, and you need to think about what you're going to do when you go on holiday.
Also, frogs aren't like goldfish in that they can live for a very very long time!
You may need a special license to keep frogs in some countries.

Frogs need to be fed on a regular basis. Keep in mind where your food source is going to be. Generally speaking, this isn't going to be as easy as picking up food at local grocery stores! In addition, if you get a frog that eats live bugs. For your first frog, I strongly recommend the African Dwarf Frog. These guys are small, active, cute, and about as difficult to maintain as a tank of goldfish. You also don't have to deal with live bugs and they can be kept in the same conditions as goldfishes, as long as there is a cover! Dwarf frogs are very easy to take care of once they've become used to their new home. As with all fish, expect the first couple of weeks for adaptation time (many times pet stores will sell frogs that are already sick, or that are very very small and which may be a bit fragile in the first couple of weeks.)

              turtles and tortoises

• Turtles and Tortoises are a long term commitment. Turtles and tortoises that are well cared for can be expected to live for 50 years (some species can live to be 100!)

• All turtles and tortoises should have exposure to either UVA/UVB producing bulbs (i.e. those designed for reptile keeping) or through natural exposure to sunlight (many tortoise keepers use outdoor pens if they live in an appropriate climate).
• Most turtles grow fairly large and need correspondingly large tanks or enclosures.
• Box turtles and tortoises do best if they can be in outdoor pens for at least part of the year.
• Most turtles need a variety of foods including fresh vegetables in fruits. Even for species where formulated food is available, this should only make up a portion of the diet.
• Large turtles can produce a lot of waste.
• Some species need to hibernate, which is sometimes quite stressful for the turtle.
• Most tortoises grow and live a lot, but there is probably a tortoise or turtle that is perfect for you.
• The Hermanns tortoise is the ideal pet for older children. It doesn't grow very big [15cm] long.

From mice and rats to gerbils and chinchillas, rodents have very different needs so it’s important to research what your particular small furies need.

Some rodents that are kept as pets are classified as 'non-domestic' animals and meeting their specific needs can be very difficult.

Guinea pigs are a very cute addition to the regular house hold but like most small pets they need regular care such as cleaning, feeding and playing with. Small pets are an easy beginner pet for children.

Owning and caring for a pet rodent is great fun and very rewarding, but it is a big responsibility and commitment in terms of care and finances.  If you own or are responsible for a pet, even on a temporary basis, you are required by law to care for it properly.