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Started by Iszie , Apr 20 2021 02:12 AM

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#1 Iszie

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Posted 20 April 2021 - 02:12 AM

Hello!

 

Are there any small pets who will happily sit on your lap for a cuddle? 

 

Unfortunately our family cannot have a cat or dog because of allergies, so we were wondering if any small pets had the same qualities. 

 

Thanks!





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Posted 20 April 2021 - 02:15 AM

Hello!

 

Are there any small pets who will happily sit on your lap for a cuddle? 

 

Unfortunately our family cannot have a cat or dog because of allergies, so we were wondering if any small pets had the same qualities. 

 

Thanks!

 

Rabbits won't like being held off the ground, but if it's voluntary they'll happily sit on your lap for a nice petting. Odyssey will demand to be pet from time to time by shoving her head under my hand, and she lovessss attention :)


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 02:15 AM

I feel like it depends a lot on the individual-I have a friend with a rabbit from a breeder who'll cuddle with you, but another who got it from a rescue who is CONSTANTLY running. I think rats may be a good option for you as some can be cuddly-maybe show you're fam some videos like this?

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And it also depends on your definition of cuddly. If you're okay with an animal that will sit in your hand or lap, but not neccesarily cuddle with you but is chill with handling, a blue tongued skink may be a good choice :)


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 03:42 AM

Maybe a rabbit, guinea pig, or lizard? Idk, I'd say the cuddliness depends on the individual animal. (For example, I had a rat a while ago that would never stay still, and was always moving and trying to climb on you, and was just not a very cuddly sit-in-your-lap type of pet, but other ppl have had the opposite experience...)


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 04:34 AM

Some reptiles can be good for handling, I would say more so than other smaller mammals. However like anything it depends on the individual as well. But pls pls pls do your research beforehand ofc (like any animal). I know a few great resources if you have a specific reptile in mind so feel free to PM me if you want them~


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 04:47 AM

I don't have any personal experience with rats, but everyone I know who has kept them has said how friendly and sociable they are, so you might like to consider them. 


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 04:56 AM

Maybe a rabbit, guinea pig, or lizard? Idk, I'd say the cuddliness depends on the individual animal. (For example, I had a rat a while ago that would never stay still, and was always moving and trying to climb on you, and was just not a very cuddly sit-in-your-lap type of pet, but other ppl have had the opposite experience...)

 

I just want to add that Rabbits, GP's, and Rats all need to be kept in pairs or groups except for rare circumstances where they're not sociable individuals :)


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 05:26 AM

I'd suggest guinea pigs, or male rats. It is possible to be allergic to both, or to the hay guinea pigs REQUIRE, so you should test that before getting one. Although it could potentially be less of an issue since they can be confined to one part of the home, unlike a dog or cat.


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 05:34 AM

My chinchilla will jump on my lap and sit at will eating oats or a raisin sometimes.

My guinea pigs don’t let being picked up but love being held will sit still eating pea flakes or fresh veggies.

My dog is huge a husky strong boy but acts like he’s a lap dog, thinks he’s a toy breed or something! My legs will become numb after a whole movie where he crushes them!!

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Posted 20 April 2021 - 08:15 AM

Guinea pigs was the first thing that came to mind ( probably because ive been watching alot of videos about them)


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Posted 20 April 2021 - 08:24 AM

Guinea pigs was the first thing that came to mind ( probably because ive been watching alot of videos about them)


Me too. There’s a lot of good channels on YouTube!

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Posted 23 April 2021 - 01:32 AM

Guinea pigs was the first thing that came to mind ( probably because ive been watching alot of videos about them)

Thanks! 

 

My chinchilla will jump on my lap and sit at will eating oats or a raisin sometimes.

My guinea pigs don’t let being picked up but love being held will sit still eating pea flakes or fresh veggies.

My dog is huge a husky strong boy but acts like he’s a lap dog, thinks he’s a toy breed or something! My legs will become numb after a whole movie where he crushes them!!

Awwwww! That’s adorable! Thank you! 

 

I'd suggest guinea pigs, or male rats. It is possible to be allergic to both, or to the hay guinea pigs REQUIRE, so you should test that before getting one. Although it could potentially be less of an issue since they can be confined to one part of the home, unlike a dog or cat.

Thanks so much! 

 

I don't have any personal experience with rats, but everyone I know who has kept them has said how friendly and sociable they are, so you might like to consider them. 

Thanks!

 

Some reptiles can be good for handling, I would say more so than other smaller mammals. However like anything it depends on the individual as well. But pls pls pls do your research beforehand ofc (like any animal). I know a few great resources if you have a specific reptile in mind so feel free to PM me if you want them~

Thank you! Of course I’ll do research! 

 

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Thanks all for your help! 
 

Right now I’m thinking about guinea pigs or leopard geckos. :)


Edited by Sablepaw, 23 April 2021 - 01:32 AM.

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Posted 26 April 2021 - 07:16 PM

I think lizards might be your best bet—guinea pigs generally aren’t fans of being held (terrestrial), so while they may like to snuggle they just aren’t a fan of laps in particular.

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Posted 20 June 2022 - 09:46 PM

Hamsters are crazy about cuddles. They love to have attention on them. Btw, they are very playful, so you’ll never feel bored with them. I have an allergy too. Tbh, I’ve never thought it could be a problem, but one day I realized it can. One of my close relatives passed away on that day. My wife decided to find an emotional support animal for me. She found me a horse on https://www.esaregistration.org/emotional-support-animal-guide/. And that’s how a horse named Nancy helped me recover. You know, I’ve never met such a friendly animal. While psychologists said it would take me 2 years to recover, Nancy made it real in less than a year. I was so grateful to her. Indeed, animals are our best friends. Only they can watch at you like they’re seeing your soul. So, if you’re living in the countryside, buy a horse. I promise your life will change for good immediately.


Edited by NoarsColganny, 20 June 2022 - 09:48 PM.

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