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sushi_78 · 07-22-2021, 03:18 PM

It is very difficult. We can't have a cat for similar reasons, even though we'd all love one.

What about rats? Some people say they're like little dogs in that you can train them and they can be very affectionate. Degus are quite similar in care to chinchillas but they're active in the day. They're also less sensitive than chinchillas, which need a lot of specialist care (an air conditioned room is essential, for example, as they're so sensitive to heat). They tend to be a bit more aloof with people than rats though.

Birds can be quite interactive as well (also very noisy!) Some, like cockatiels, shed a lot of dander and dust though which can aggravate allergies.

07-22-2021, 03:18 PM
sushi_78 Hamster Overlord Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: London Posts: 763	Re: Sad about dog allergy It is very difficult. We can't have a cat for similar reasons, even though we'd all love one. What about rats? Some people say they're like little dogs in that you can train them and they can be very affectionate. Degus are quite similar in care to chinchillas but they're active in the day. They're also less sensitive than chinchillas, which need a lot of specialist care (an air conditioned room is essential, for example, as they're so sensitive to heat). They tend to be a bit more aloof with people than rats though. Birds can be quite interactive as well (also very noisy!) Some, like cockatiels, shed a lot of dander and dust though which can aggravate allergies.