Pocket Pets: So Small, But Still a Big Responsibility

Pocket Pets: So Small, But Still a Big Responsibility

Mammals so small they can fit in your pocket are an attractive option for those looking to add a pet to their lives. But just like larger, more commonly-found cats and dogs, pocket pets come with important health, habitat, and care needs.

Learn more about how to select and care for these small animals so that the animals and their people can stay healthy.

Tips about small mammals as pets from the CDC