Do you want a pet but are looking for something different? Hamsters and goldfish are good, but did you know that many weird and wonderful animals can be kept as pets? We take a look at 12 of the most fascinating potential pets we could find. But please remember, any pet is a lot of responsibility so think carefully, do lots of research and talk to your parents before buying any pet.

Chipmunk
Chipmunks are very friendly and clever, so they can make great pets. However, you will need a lot of space if you're going to keep them. They're related to squirrels, so chipmunks need really large cages with lots to climb and jump on - they'll be really miserable cooped up in a small space. Chipmunks also need flooring deep enough to bury their food - just like squirrels do.

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