The 8 Low Maintenance Animals to Keep as Pets

Hamster

Hamsters make a great first pet for children! Once you've set up their home with essentials like a water bottle, food bowl, and hamster wheel, they're easy to take care of.

Betta Fish

These freshwater fish are easier to maintain than saltwater fish. Male Betta fish should be kept individually in one gallon of water with space left at the top for breathing.

Guinea Pig

Social animals that enjoy daily interaction, Guinea pigs do well with other Guinea pigs. They're low-maintenance in terms of grooming and mainly require a cage, bedding, food, and water.

Chinchilla

Gentle and hypoallergenic, Chinchillas need a well-ventilated cage, bedding, hiding boxes, toys, food, and water. While they are social animals, they don't require frequent handling.

Turtle

Turtles vary in lifespan, size, and care requirements. Painted Turtles, for example, can be kept in a terrarium and fed a few times a week. Ensuring a comfortable aquatic environment with proper temperature

Snake

Despite their intimidating appearance, snakes are easy to care for with a properly sized tank, comfortable temperature, and regular feeding of preferred meals such as mice, rats, or eggs.

Leopard Gecko

Beginner-friendly pets, Leopard Geckos require a 15- to 20-gallon tank with spot cleaning daily and bi-monthly disinfection. They feed on crickets, waxworms, and sometimes mealworms

Bird

Colorful birds can be low-maintenance pets depending on the species. They require a suitable cage size, varied diet including seeds, nuts, pellets, green veggies, and fruit.