should I or shouldn't I???

[djc3674]

well..my adorable 5 year old son tells me and his mother that he wants a pet tarantula! Now mind you I have 3 snakes but really do not care for spiders. I have held a tarantula before..but briefly..i made my friend take him off me quickly. His mother doesnt seem to be against getting one, but I do not really want one...cause I will be the one having to care and clean up after it.

What I would like to know is..how much maintenance goes into a Tarantula? Do you have to clean there enclosures often?...I have read of a view species that make better beginner pets..but what is outcome of a Tarantula bite? Do you have to go to the Hospital if bitten?? Do people handle these things on a normal basis..do they bite often?? Jeez, any info would be great.. I am really confused over this...I am really don't know if I should get one for him or not...I am leaning more towards no..but maybe if I have one I will wind up liking it.