So I decided to get my son a small pet for xmas. A rat! I know sounds gross, but I've actually learned so much about them & there pretty awesome pets for kids or anyone. They are more clean than dogs & cats & are also smart. They love to be handled & can be very lovable to kids... my son has been asking for a pet but where we live we can't have any dogs or cats. & I don't like hamsters. I've had so many & they are pretty rude lol. We will see how it goes.