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[Marigold]

Im thinking of getting a frog but Im not sure what kind, or if I should even get one at all.

 

I wan't a frog that won't take up to much space (10-20 gal.) 

A frog that doesn't need to much work (Im not home a lot of the time (I have school from 8:00-5:30 and am usually busy on weekends)

A frog that doesn't eat bugs or mice (It's ok if it does this is just a preference)

And one that I can possibly hold and play with.

One that won't live to long (Collage etc.)

Maybe no heat lamp?

Not exactly sure, I haven't done to much research.

 

Post any Ideas below

Edited by 0hamstars, 17 November 2015 - 09:25 AM.

[TinyHamsters123]

I don't know much about frogs, but frogs are cold blooded and I believe they need a heat lamp. But don't take my word for it I would just recommend researching frogs.

[MamaRat]

There are no frogs that meet your preferences. If you don't have much time for a pet I suggest you get a stuffed animal instead. All pets require your time. Frogs especially shouldn't be handled or played with. You can seriously hurt their skin with the oils in your hands. All frogs eat insects, they are predators. Please do a lot of research before considering any pet. Is there a reason you want a frog in the first place? Maybe I can suggest a better pet for you.

[Griffyish]

Like Ratterson said, there aren't any frogs that meet your requirements. However, there are African Dwarf frogs, which aren't your typical frog; they're small (you could easily fit three on the palm of your hand). They're water frogs, so they live in tanks, and they can live with fish. It's suggested that you get a pair, and every day you need to drop a few pellets in for them.

[Marigold]

I don't know much about frogs, but frogs are cold blooded and I believe they need a heat lamp. But don't take my word for it I would just recommend researching frogs.

 

Like Ratterson said, there aren't any frogs that meet your requirements. However, there are African Dwarf frogs, which aren't your typical frog; they're small (you could easily fit three on the palm of your hand). They're water frogs, so they live in tanks, and they can live with fish. It's suggested that you get a pair, and every day you need to drop a few pellets in for them.

 

There are no frogs that meet your preferences. If you don't have much time for a pet I suggest you get a stuffed animal instead. All pets require your time. Frogs especially shouldn't be handled or played with. You can seriously hurt their skin with the oils in your hands. All frogs eat insects, they are predators. Please do a lot of research before considering any pet. Is there a reason you want a frog in the first place? Maybe I can suggest a better pet for you.

For clarification I does not need to meet everything I said above.   

It would just be great if the pet (If you have other Ideas on what I should get feel free to post ) Was at least close to meeting someone the things mentioned above. I can certainly make more time. I have an hour each evening (Morning on the weekends) as well as a father who could feed and do tasks that aren't to hard. So I feel that as long as the pet doesn't need more than about 40 minutes a day and up to two hour on occasion (Every few weeks?) It would be ok. I have also read that you can wash you hands very well and the frog won't be harmed when handled.

 

Once again any of this can be changed if you have different Ideas

 

THANKS FOR READING

[Trixie]

For clarification I does not need to meet everything I said above.   

It would just be great if the pet (If you have other Ideas on what I should get feel free to post ) Was at least close to meeting someone the things mentioned above. I can certainly make more time. I have an hour each evening (Morning on the weekends) as well as a father who could feed and do tasks that aren't to hard. So I feel that as long as the pet doesn't need more than about 40 minutes a day and up to two hour on occasion (Every few weeks?) It would be ok. I have also read that you can wash you hands very well and the frog won't be harmed when handled.

 

Once again any of this can be changed if you have different Ideas

 

THANKS FOR READING

May I suggest a crested gecko? They are small geckos you can handle them but they can be jumpy. They don't have to eat bugs they can eat a food called repashy (I think it's called that xD) They will need a heating and lighting though. Make sure you do more research before you get one

Edited by QueenTrixie♥, 20 February 2016 - 02:39 AM.

[Mexot]

Even if you wash your hands there are still oils on your skin. Would it kill the frog? Probably not. But neither would keeping a hamster in a small wire cage more than likely. Doesn't mean you should do it.

If you're looking for something you can handle I wouldn't chose a frog. Maybe a lizard would be better, but many don't have short lifespans. Tree Hugger has good info about African dwarf frogs, but you can't handle them either.

[Covfefe]

A frog is not for you

[HammyDreaming456]

If you want a pet that doesn't take much time for care and can generally be handled,you might want to consider a tarantula.That is pretty much the only pet you will find that is in the reptile,invertebrate,and amphibian category of animals that will actually be low maintenance.All reptiles take lots of time for socialization and feeding and various things that cannot be looked over.Amphibians cannot be handled,and you want a pet that you can handle.Unless you wear gloves,you cannot handle a frog and almost all frogs hate being handled except for one species that sometimes allows handling.You most definitely are not a potential frog owner,nor would I suggest for you to even consider one any further.

[Roxyy]

Tarantulas really shouldn't be handled either.  It's incredibly stressful and has absolutely zero benefits for them.  They don't require much work but they are definitely more of a "look don't touch" pet. 

[HammyDreaming456]

Tarantulas really shouldn't be handled either.  It's incredibly stressful and has absolutely zero benefits for them.  They don't require much work but they are definitely more of a "look don't touch" pet. 

Certain species can tolerate handling,but the majority shouldn't be handled.

[Roxyy]

Certain species can tolerate handling,but the majority shouldn't be handled.

Key word there is tolerate. Tarantulas shouldn't be handled. No matter what the species is. It's stressful. Why do that to your pet? I have two girls that would let me hold them but I don't because the only one that benefits is me and it's selfish.

[blackthorns]

May I suggest a crested gecko? They are small geckos you can handle them but they can be jumpy. They don't have to eat bugs they can eat a food called repashy (I think it's called that xD) They will need a heat lamp though. Make sure you do more research before you get one

As someone who has considered them in the past, theres /some/ incorrect info here, and some other points should be noted. While their main diet is crested gecko food (theres several different brands, some are better than others of course), dubia roaches really should be fed weekly, although other bugs can be fed. (Dubia's are prefered as they don't fly, and are much easier to keep and breed for food than other feeder bugs). Heat lamps are not required-most people put lights on the tank for aesthetic purposes, as well as it being better for the gecko as far as morning/night cycle, but they aren't used for substantial heat. What they do need, however, is humidity. I can't name the levels off the top of my head, but depending on the humidity of your house, spraying the cage with water once/twice a day should provide a proper humidity level. Other keepers choose to add a mist machine to the cage, but that's not always needed, and can be expensive.

Unless raised being held, they aren't likely to be good pets to handle. Even ones that have been held from a young age are energetic and jumpy, so most people don't handle them. They can also live 15-20 years, so I doubt that would be a good arrangement for the OP.

[Trixie]

As someone who has considered them in the past, theres /some/ incorrect info here, and some other points should be noted. While their main diet is crested gecko food (theres several different brands, some are better than others of course), dubia roaches really should be fed weekly, although other bugs can be fed. (Dubia's are prefered as they don't fly, and are much easier to keep and breed for food than other feeder bugs). Heat lamps are not required-most people put lights on the tank for aesthetic purposes, as well as it being better for the gecko as far as morning/night cycle, but they aren't used for substantial heat. What they do need, however, is humidity. I can't name the levels off the top of my head, but depending on the humidity of your house, spraying the cage with water once/twice a day should provide a proper humidity level. Other keepers choose to add a mist machine to the cage, but that's not always needed, and can be expensive.

Unless raised being held, they aren't likely to be good pets to handle. Even ones that have been held from a young age are energetic and jumpy, so most people don't handle them. They can also live 15-20 years, so I doubt that would be a good arrangement for the OP.

Sorry I know I was wrong about the heat lamps. I have never heard about feeding them roaches and other bugs. I know people who have ones that were not raised to be handled but they will tolerate and do not mind it at all. I was'nt going in depth I was giving a basic description based off of my minimal research. That is why I clearly said "Make sure you do more research before you get one" 

Edited by QueenTrixie♥, 20 February 2016 - 02:45 AM.

[Roxyy]

Crested geckos do not need insects. At all. If you feed a complete crested gecko diet there's absolutely no need for it. Some people feed insects anyway but it's not necessary.

And I don't agree that they have to be raised being handled to make good hands on pets. I have two adults from Pangea that are great about being handled, and I can tell you now that Pangea doesn't take the time to socialize their hundreds of animals.

Edited by Roxyy, 20 February 2016 - 02:56 AM.