My son wants a pet

I suggest you buy him a puppy. A small one that never grows too big, a chihuahua or a mini pincher, anything for a small dog. I think this will be a good pet for your son as dogs can be a good friend for your son. Just make sure the dog is complete with the necessary injections/medications. I'm pretty sure your son will love to have a puppy for a new pet. Also, ensure your husband is there to guide your son all the time in handling his new pet. I hope he'll love dogs for pet.

I think you should buy him a hamster. What little boy doesn't love them? I had a hamster once before and my son had such a great time with it. We never had to take it to the vet or give it specialty food it was just basic pet care. My mom use to have Guine Pigs and I really enjoyed them when I was a child. Have a great day

with knowing that your son had pet fish and got bored of them so then you gave them way, i would suggest that you think long and hard about getting another pet just because your son is asking for one. my son is now 10, but when he was 5 i took on an old dog (she needed a home and i gave it to her), my son is more of a cat person (as am i) and he was very angry that i got a dog and not a cat. he asked me for a cat, and i decided after 2-3 weeks that i wanted a cat too. yes my son was the one who brought up the idea of the cat, and even now, when we talk about the cat, we say keirons' cat. but i took it on knowing full well that it would be me that cared for the cat, i feed it, i clean the litter tray, i see to it when it's ill and i pay food and vet bills for it. if you couldn't manage to look after a couple of low maintainence fish when your son got bored, how will a high maintenence animal like a cat or dog fair?

I know that autistic children can grow very close to a pet and be really loving. I have taught an autistic boy and he loved his dog. I suggest you get a puppy that will grow into a small dog. I have two miniature poodles that I got in 2004 and 2006 and my baby was born in 2007. A cat is more independent than a dog that likes to play and go for walks. Good luck with finding the ideal pet and the rest of your pregnancy.

i think the small dog pet is much better for your son,in my memory,most of the boy like dog and girl like cat,your pretty son have pass 5 years old,so buy one small dog pet(less than 1 year) to him is the best choice.that's my personal opinion for you,of course,maybe you have another best idea.

What about a hermit crab? Thats what we got our ywo year old daughter as her first pet....recently we got her a kitten but we still have the hermit crab too. Even if he doesnt hold it, you can let it crawl around on the floor and stuff and he can pick it up by the shell....I dunno all the neighborhood kids loved coming over to see it and thought it was thew coolest thing....look into it if you like. We got ours for like $2 or $3 and all they need is a small cage, gravel for the bottom, the food is afew bucks and lasts al loooong time (for us anyway) and a little sponge which is only about 75 cents. Good luck:) Oh and they usually have painted shells (where i live neway) and he can go with a pick one he likes! We got one painted green with a butterfly painted on it, but I've seen all kinds, even Spiderman!

What about a turtle or a hamster? I have had both in my life. I loved having my box turtle. She had the coolest looking shell. We fed her raw hamburger and lettuce and carrots. I think you have to have a warming light so they don't get too cold and die. My hamster was really cool because I had one of those Habitrails for him. You can keep getting new pieces and make the "cage" go all over the place. I put toilet paper rolls in the cage and watched him chew them up and make nests. They only need a little bit of cedar chips in the bottom. You have to change the chips about once a week. Good luck choosing the right pet and the best of luck with your new bundle of joy!

That depends on your feature about your son. What kind of pet does your son like? cats or dogs. These two kinds of pets are popular.

A small dog or cat might work. Just nothing that is too much work. I would not go for a puppy necessarily as they still need to be trained. But a small dog should be fine. Just pick a very patient breed, not something that is loud or easily upset.

i am not that experienced with pets but i guess you can give him a dog, there dogs that are well trained and it wont be a hassle...a friend of mine love dogs because it gives him companionship!

i suggest u to buy something with less or no fur. its really infectious to have pets with fur..

i suggest cat you can bring any where..

I recommend you a terrier its a small and a beautiful dog, i really like it that dogs :). Or maybe you can call a veterinary and ask him, he know more than you and me of dogs :D. Hope you will find the best dog for your son. Have a nice day and hope you will have a good week ;) see you and bye bye :)

Personally I believe a pet would be beneficial for any child.. Make sure you instill in them the responsibility they will need. Make it fun to feed the pet together and take it out for its bathroom breaks. I personally recommend a dog. I have never had a problem with any of my 3 dogs. I have two dogs that do not shed their fur, Shih Tzus, and one that hardly sheds, Jack Russel Terrier. They have always been known as man's best friend with good reason. I suggest look at your local SPCA shelter and see if a dog there may help suit your needs. Good luck and have fun.