Thinking of buying your child a pet? Don’t do anything until you read this

If you’re looking for a playmate for your child then no doubt it has crossed your mind to buy them a pet. However there is a lot to consider, I’ve narrowed it down to the pros and cons for each animal… Kitten Pro – they’re so independent, they’ll ‘walk’ themselves, so no need to be taking them out every evening Con – it might not set the best example for your child by staying out all night Puppy Pro – buy your child a best friend for life (well 10-15 years anyway) Con – do you really need another body in your bed? Goldfish Pro – it won’t break the bank to feed them, and they should be easy enough to replace if the worst comes to the worst Con – limited entertainment value Guinea Pig Pro – by moving their ‘run’ around the garden it’ll save you having to mow the lawn Con – if you have little chatterboxes at home then the constant ‘squeaking’ may not be ideal Hamster Pro – it’ll take up limited space Con – you do know that they’re most active at night – ring any bells? Hens (and a Rooster) Pro – eggs for breakfast every day Con – cock-a-doodle-doooooo! Do you need another wake-up call? Bunny Rabbit Pro – cutest pet on the planet and you can enlist their help in hiding your Easter Eggs Con – make sure they don’t think you finger is a carrot Spider Pro – a real life insey winsey spider that your child will love using to impress their friends Con – they eat live crickets… Horse Pro – your child might grow up to become a championship jockey Con – unlike ‘My Little Pony’ these tend to be on the large side Pig Pro – apparently they’re extremely intelligent creatures Con – the real thing is far less cute and far less funny than Peppa Pig – snort!