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Animal list
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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 -
Parrots Timneh Parrot
Active The Timneh parrot has been a separate species from the African grey since 2012. It is smaller and darker, with a maroon tail and a horn-coloured patch on the u… 50 – 60 yrsMedium -
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 -
Rabbits Flemish Giant
The Flemish Giant is one of the world's largest rabbit breeds, known for its calm temperament but also for its considerable space and care requirements. 5 – 8 yrsGiant -
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 -
Aquarium Fish Cardinal Tetra
The cardinal tetra is the larger, more colourful cousin of the neon tetra – its red band runs the entire length of the body. In a shoal of at least ten it crea… 3 – 5 yrsMini -
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 -
Cats Savannah
Active The Savannah is a hybrid cat breed created by crossing a domestic cat with the African serval. It is a tall, slender and extremely active cat with an exotic lo… 12 – 20 yrsLarge -
Aquarium Fish Ram Cichlid
The ram cichlid is a tiny, exceptionally colourful dwarf cichlid with blue speckles and a red belly. It is peaceful but sensitive to water quality, so it is no… 2 – 4 yrsMini -
Rabbits Himalayan Rabbit
Beginner The Himalayan rabbit is one of the oldest rabbit breeds: small, cylindrical, white with dark points and reddish eyes. It is famed as one of the calmest, friend… 7 – 10 yrsSmall -
Dogs Dogue de Bordeaux
Family The Dogue de Bordeaux is one of the oldest French breeds – a mighty molosser with the largest head in the dog world and a mahogany-red coat. Despite its intimi… 5 – 8 yrsGiant -
Cats Burmilla
ApartmentBeginner The Burmilla is a medium-sized cat with a bright silver coat, large green eyes and dark rims around the eyes, nose and lips that look like carefully applied ma… 12 – 16 yrsMedium -
Dogs Leonberger
Family The Leonberger is a giant German dog breed with a lion-like look, a black mask and a lush mane. Despite its mighty build it is known as a gentle giant – a calm… 8 – 9 yrsGiant -
Rodents Mongolian Gerbil
BeginnerActive The Mongolian gerbil is a clean, nearly odourless, daytime-active rodent that lives in company and digs burrows with passion. Its curious, tame nature makes it… 3 – 4 yrsMini -
Dogs Mudi
FamilyActive The Mudi is a rare medium-sized Hungarian herding dog with a curly coat and upright ears, often in a charming merle (cifra) colour. It is a versatile, lightnin… 12 – 14 yrsMedium -
Rodents Fancy Mouse
BeginnerActive The fancy mouse is a tiny, lively, curious rodent that is mainly for watching. It is strongly social – females live very well in groups – but needs patient tam… 1 – 3 yrsMini -
Aquarium Fish Corydoras Catfish
Beginner The corydoras is a small shoaling catfish that tirelessly searches the tank bottom. It is exceptionally peaceful, undemanding and, in a group of at least six, … 5 – 8 yrsMini -
Parrots Lorikeet
Active The lorikeet is a vividly colored, extremely lively parrot from the genus Trichoglossus that feeds on nectar and pollen in the wild, and therefore needs a spec… 15 – 25 yrsSmall -
Dogs Coton de Tulear
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Coton de Tulear is a small companion dog from Madagascar with a white, cotton-soft coat that gave it its name. It is a cheerful, adaptable and highly peopl… 14 – 16 yrsSmall -
Terrarium animals Red-eared Slider
The red-eared slider is an aquatic turtle sold for decades as a small aquarium pet, yet it reaches 30 cm and can live 40 years. In Europe it is classed as an i… 30 – 40 yrsSmall -
Dogs Greyhound
FamilyApartmentBeginner The Greyhound is the largest sighthound and the fastest sprinter among dogs, yet in everyday life it is a surprisingly calm, quiet couch potato. It comes from … 10 – 14 yrsLarge
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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.