easiest reptile for children

sirtalis · 08-03-15, 09:43 AM

Dude.... he's 3

**Minkness** · 08-03-15, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sirtalis

Dude.... he's 3

Also agree lol.

Wait till he can safely hold the animal without killing it, pissing it off, or drop it, AND can appreciate it instead of just not caring.

Most people don't even suggest small puppies or kittens for 3 year olds because while not super strong, they can still cause alot of damage to a small animal.

If you want him to have the experience that's cool. Just do it at your place and let him learn from you and be under your supervision to make sure nothing happens to either of them.

trailblazer295 · 08-03-15, 10:19 AM

If you want to get him a snake/herp that's "his" I would buy whatever animal you deem suitable and keep it at your place. You can refer it to at his and let him aid in the up keep etc so he can be introduced to the responsibility of caring for an animal. Without of course at the expense of the animals well being. Getting his toes wet at responsibility never hurt anyone. You'd be there to ensure he didn't actually get hurt. If he loses interest then no big deal.