Birds can be awesome pets for young children. They offer invaluable companionship, interaction, and an important sense of responsibility. However, not all bird species are equally suited for kids.

Maybe a rat is right for you! Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has previously appeared on MTV, The Frisky, Vice, and Best Friends ...

They sing, dance, and steal our hearts. They’re so beloved as pets that international traffickers are now stealing them from the wild. A female eclectus parrot casts a quizzical look at the camera.

A veterinary nurse has advised against a certain popular pet for children. Jade, a UK-based registered vet nurse and mother to three dogs and three tortoises, is known for her pet care tips and ...