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Animal list
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Dogs Chinese Crested
FamilyApartment The Chinese Crested is a small, sensitive, and deeply devoted breed known for producing two coat varieties in the same litter - hairless and coated Powderpuff … 13 – 18 yrsSmall -
Aquarium Fish Neon Tetra
The neon tetra is a tiny, brilliantly blue-and-red shoaling fish that creates a stunning colour effect in a larger group. It is peaceful and popular for commun… 3 – 5 yrsMini -
Rodents Syrian Hamster
Beginner The Syrian or golden hamster is the largest and most popular pet hamster. A solitary nocturnal animal with an endearing look, it becomes trusting with gentle h… 2 – 3 yrsMini -
Aquarium Fish Harlequin Rasbora
Beginner The harlequin rasbora is recognised by the black triangle on its copper-orange body. It is an undemanding, long-lived shoaling fish and one of the best choices… 5 – 8 yrsMini -
Terrarium animals Corn Snake
Beginner The corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus) is a non-venomous snake native to the southeastern United States, reaching 90-150 cm and living 15-23 years in captivity… 15 – 23 yrsSmall -
Cats Chartreux
ApartmentBeginner The Chartreux is an old French cat breed with a blue-grey woolly coat, copper eyes, and an unusually quiet, devoted temperament. 12 – 15 yrsMedium -
Cats Manx
Apartment The Manx is a breed known for its naturally occurring taillessness and rounded, rabbit-like gait, but its tail gene's link to Manx Syndrome means it needs an i… 12 – 16 yrsMedium -
Dogs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
FamilyApartmentActive The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an ancient Welsh herding breed known for its low stature, long back, and strikingly sociable character. Queen Elizabeth II made the… 12 – 15 yrsMedium -
Parrots Red-crowned Kakariki
BeginnerActive The Red-crowned Kakariki is a small green parakeet from New Zealand with a distinctive red patch on its head. It is an extremely lively, curious and relatively… 10 – 15 yrsSmall -
Rabbits Polish Rabbit
The Polish Rabbit is a petite, refined breed with large expressive eyes, brought to the US from England in 1912. Despite its name it has no real link to Poland… 5 – 8 yrsSmall -
Rodents Fancy Rat
BeginnerActive The fancy rat is regarded as one of the most intelligent and affectionate small pets. It is a clean, extremely social and trainable animal that recognises its … 2 – 3 yrsSmall -
Cats Selkirk Rex
Apartment The Selkirk Rex is a calm, sociable cat with a plush, curly coat produced by a dominant genetic mutation first seen in a single Montana cat in 1987 - genetical… 12 – 15 yrsMedium -
Aquarium Fish Angelfish
The angelfish is an elegant, disc-shaped cichlid with tall fins, considered the king of the community tank. It is relatively peaceful but territorial during br… 8 – 10 yrsSmall -
Terrarium animals Axolotl
The axolotl is a Mexican amphibian that stays in its larval form with external gills for life. It lives in cool water and needs no land area – it is an aquatic… 10 – 15 yrsMini -
Parrots Parrotlet
Active The parrotlet is the smallest pet parrot – 11–14 cm long and around 30 g. Despite its size it is bold, curious and deeply bonded to its person, though often in… 10 – 20 yrsMini -
Cats Tonkinese
ApartmentBeginnerActive The Tonkinese is a cross between the Siamese and the Burmese, combining the best of both: a silky coat in the mink pattern, aquamarine eyes and an extremely so… 12 – 16 yrsMedium -
Rodents Chinese Hamster
The Chinese hamster (Cricetulus griseus) is a small rodent native to northern China and Mongolia that, despite appearances, is not a dwarf hamster but its own … 2 – 3 yrsMini -
Aquarium Fish Swordtail
BeginnerActive The swordtail is a hardy livebearer in which the male has a characteristic sword-like extension of the tail fin. It is active, colourful and peaceful, suited t… 3 – 5 yrsSmall -
Aquarium Fish Bristlenose Pleco
Beginner The bristlenose pleco is a popular catfish that rasps algae off glass and decor day after day with its sucker mouth. It stays small, is peaceful and is conside… 5 – 10 yrsSmall -
Cats Munchkin
ApartmentBeginnerActive The Munchkin is a cat with distinctly short legs resulting from a natural genetic mutation. Despite its low build it is surprisingly fast, playful and confiden… 12 – 15 yrsSmall -
Cats Nebelung
ApartmentBeginner The Nebelung is a rare semi-longhaired cat in silvery blue with emerald-green eyes – the longhaired sister of the Russian Blue. It is a quiet, gentle, somewhat… 15 – 18 yrsMedium -
Rodents Guinea Pig
Beginner The guinea pig is a friendly, sociable rodent that vocalises loudly and recognises its keepers. As a strongly social animal, it should never be kept alone – it… 5 – 8 yrsSmall -
Cats Ocicat
ApartmentActive The Ocicat is a spotted, muscular cat that looks like a small wild predator but carries no wild blood at all - it is an entirely domestic breed that arose by a… 12 – 18 yrsMedium -
Rodents Winter White Dwarf Hamster
BeginnerActive The Winter White or Siberian dwarf hamster is a small, stocky hamster with a dark dorsal stripe that can fade to white in winter. It is more social than the Sy… 1 – 2 yrsMini
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Load moreHow to choose the right pet or breed
Do not choose by appearance alone. Temperament, size, activity level and daily care needs matter just as much.
Think about how much time you can spend on grooming, training, play and companionship. Beginners often do best with breeds whose needs are clear and manageable.
Be careful with broad health claims: some breeds may be more prone to certain issues, so speak with a veterinarian or a responsible breeder.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right breed?
Start with your lifestyle: space, time, experience, preferred activity level and grooming commitment.
Which pet is suitable for beginners?
Beginners often do better with pets that have clear needs, a stable temperament and manageable care.
Is size the most important factor?
No. Size matters, but temperament, activity level, grooming needs and suitability for your home are just as important.
What can I find on Živalce?
A breed and species encyclopedia in Slovenian, Croatian and English, editorial care and nutrition advice with cited sources, six directories — vets, grooming salons, dog schools, hotels and boarding, shelters and breeders — the “Which pet is right for me?” quiz and a search across the whole site. A free account adds a Corner for your own animals.
Is the health content veterinary advice?
No. The content is informational and prepared under our editorial policy with sources; it does not replace an examination or treatment by a veterinarian. If your animal has a health problem, see a vet — immediately in an emergency.
How do I list my business (vet, salon, dog school, hotel, shelter, breeder) in a directory?
Through the application form of each of the six directories. Listing is free and the editors review it before publication; once claimed, you edit your listing from your account, and you can request a change or removal at any time through the contact form as well.
What does a user account give me?
In My Pets you add profiles of your animals with a photo, keep a care journal, record weight and set reminders. The records are private and visible only to you; you can delete the account at any time.