Yes I have been debating whether or not to even add this to our blog because of the common reaction I get when I say that 4 letter word. :) The kids want a dog so baddly, but in our situation; we just can't get a dog right now. So I decided on a hamster but as I searched for the best breed to get the answer was in front of me over and over. The experts all thought rats were better pets for kids. Here's a few reasons why:
You can teach them to use a litter pan.
You can teach them to fetch toys and come when called! (our old hammy got lost all the time!)
They love to ride on your shoulder or in a pocket.
They do not carry diseases.
They HARDELY EVER BITE!.. even wild snake food rats don't bite usually... ours was not tame and have never bit any of us.
SO as you can see the kids adore them and they ride around on the bikes and in pockets, purses, and occationally in the car or swing. Josie wakes up at 6:30 and I get a tap on my shoulder "Can I play with my rat?" She spends almost all her time with Leena and Tilly. (that is what we named our $4.99 companions who live in my old parrot cage. They only live to be 18mo or 2 yrs so maybe by then we can get a dog.... but until then they are the subjects to the kids love and we saved them from a very unplesant death.
3 comments:
EW GROSS! I'm glad their at your house and not mine! Really, I hope you enjoy them lots! We have 3 kittens at our house instead of a dog.
The VV family
Oh, my...what can I say, other than you are a VERY creative mom! It would be fun to see the children with their pets though! Happy Mother's Day!!
I think it is a great idea to have some hardy, friendly, soft, non threatening, unbreakable companions for the kids until a puppy can arrive!You did your homework and made an excellent choice that brought so much joy to the kids, a learning experience they can enjoy for the HERE and NOW. A mom who is not squimish but puts her kids desires first. I, Grandma, am smiling the kids have so much joy with inexpensive, lucky, loving Rats! Thank God for all the wonderful animals he has given us to enjoy!
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