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Small pets breeds
Complete profiles of Small pets breeds with photos, traits and care guides.
African Pygmy Hedgehog
Captive-bred pet species; native Iranian hedgehogs are protected wildlife.
Chinchilla
Has the world’s densest fur and bathes in dust, not water; long-lived for a rodent.
Dwarf Hamster
Tiny, lightning-fast hamsters best for watching rather than handling.
Fancy Rat
Surprisingly smart and affectionate; can learn names and tricks.
Ferret
A playful, curious mustelid needing hours of free play daily.
Guinea Pig
Highly social—keep in pairs; communicates with charming “wheeks”.
Holland Lop Rabbit
A floppy-eared favourite; rabbits need free-roam space and company, not a small cage.
Lionhead Rabbit
A small rabbit with a fluffy lion-like mane.
Mongolian Gerbil
A social, low-odour, day-active rodent that loves to dig.
Syrian Hamster
The classic pet hamster—must live alone.
General care guide: Small pets
Small but not simple
Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and chinchillas each have different needs; adults should take responsibility.
Space & diet
Big enclosures and daily free roam for rabbits and guinea pigs. Unlimited hay keeps ever-growing teeth healthy; guinea pigs need daily vitamin C. Avoid pine and cedar bedding.