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Michael
Hey guys, I am looking for a pet. I live in an apartment that doesn't allow dogs, cats, etc. Basically i want an animal that is smell-free and can fit in an aquarium.

- I don't want a fish, but that doesn't mean i hate all aquatic life.
- I like lizards, but not something that can get out and kill me.
- I hate all forms of insects, spiders, scorpions, etc.
- I don't want a ferret/hamster/gerbil/rat because they tend to stink like crazy.

Please help me /an/!
>> Anonymous
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>>107839
what wrong about a hamster? they are cute, small, fit in an aquarium, not harmful to you, non-insects.......seems like fitting every of your requirement :O

the only reason they stinks is because you dont know how to clean them, trust me cat and dogs stink A LOT MORE if you never clean them.

not to mention that BATTLE HAMSTER FUCKING OWNS
>> Anonymous
>>107841
not harmful?!

Having known hamsters that run over to me just to bite the hell out of my hands, I would not recommend one.

I'd say get a skink. They are super tame and come in many colors. If not a skink then a bearded dragon. Just make sure you get a baby and handle it often.

Or you could get a snake. Go for a corn snake or kingsnake if you want something a little fatter. They stay small around 4-5' on average. Live for about 20 years. Very easy snake to care for, docile, come in many varieties. I have a 7yo black corn that's around 4' with a diameter just a little smaller than a quarter.
You can also leave your corn alone for months and handle it without a problem later. Not so with other animals.
>> Anonymous
>>107839
Guinea pigs don't stink, unless you don't change the cage often enough. Honestly, I'd go for a guinea pig (or rat) because most smaller pets are high strung and less affectionate.

The downside is that both <b>require</b> lots of daily attention, or they'll get lonely and depressed. Or you can get 2, but then you need a cage nearly twice as big.
>> Anonymous
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Get an iguana!!! I've always wanted one.
>> Anonymous
Turtle!
>> Anonymous
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Iguana's have a very high demand, such as temperature regualation, food, and need to be misted very often...They also tend to catch cold and get sick very easy. I would suggest a Bearded Dragon, they are cool looking, don't smell, fit in an aquarium, and don't have a high demand for temperature, although you have to have it consistently hot. They can also live off of only crickets for quite a while if thats all you want to feed them. They are easy to take care of, just get a book on em and do the things listed and wholah, an awesome pet!
>> Anonymous
>>107893
You forgot to mention they get fucking hueg
>> Anonymous
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Spiny mouse, yo.

You can find these guys at some pet stores, and most can order them even if they do not have any on hand.

They are a desert species, so they urinate very little. I kept three in a 20 gallon long aquarium and only had to change the bedding every month as long as I scooped out the corner they used as a toilet once a week. They do not smell at all! They are also pleasant-tempered and handleable... not to mention really damn cute, since they have fox-like faces.

If you want a herp, ignore all of the morons who say to get a damn iguana. They can grow up to 6 feet long, not exactly ideal for aquarium life. Plus, the males can develop nasty tempers. I second the recommendation for bearded dragons, as they stay comparably small and mild-mannered.

Also, whatever animal you get, make sure to do research beforehand so you know the proper care, housing, food, etc.
>> Anonymous
>>107894
LOl, what bearded dragons or Iguana's, cause both get fucking hueg...
>> Anonymous
>>107897

Bearded dragons do not get "fucking hueg." They are 18-24 inches long at full maturity including the tail.
>> Anonymous
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Op, plan on spending about 3x the price of your pet on the sutff it needs, or more even. A good aquarium set up will run around 200$ once everything is said and done.

You can probably spend less than 100$ for a herp's set up, but some snakes and lizards will easily exceed 100$

Mamales will be the cheapest (depending on if you get hamsters or a chinchilla), and most short lived. You can get many kits for around 50 bucks that come with everything you need.

Two words though, Pacman frog. They don't move much so a 20 long would be fine, need minimal heating, grow to a good size, will eat anything they can fit into their mouths. They'll run you around 20 dollars. I'd expect to pay a total of 70-80$ for everything.
>> Anonymous
>>107917
You are correct, and thank you for correcting me..I looked it up, Bearded dragons as you said get up to an average of 18-24 inches. Adult green Iguana's get up to 20 pounds and two meters (or six feet)...