Are you familiar with the term ‘pocket pets’? It refers to small sized animals that are popular as household pets, first time pets, and pets for children. Pocket pets are typically classified as small caged animals that include guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rabbits, and even mice. Some exotic pets are also considered pocket pets when they are of small sizes. Exotic pocket pets often include prairie dogs, sugar gliders, flying squirrels, hedgehogs and chinchillas. The term ‘pocket pet’ comes from the idea that the animals are often small enough to fit in a pocket of a shirt or pants. In the early years, pocket pets were often considered to be a nuisance. Dogs and cats were acceptable pets but other small pets were thought to be rodents. If you’re looking for a pocket pet, call your professional vet Ellicott City, MD to find out what pocket pets are available in your area.
