Two dogs, two cats and a tortoise

     Our house is pretty full with five of us, or is it? Nah, we have to have some pets too! Animals are very important in a home because they give us a different perspective on life. They teach us to sit back, relax and take it as it comes. Animals don't stress about non-sense and they have no hangups about things in life. We get to lay around with them and cuddle. They love our attention and we love their companionship. In our house we have two dogs, two cats and a tortoise. We also have a fish tank with one fish and many hermit crabs. I know you can't cuddle with them, but they are cool anyways. In fact, we can sit back for hours just watching them. I know you are thinking, you can't cuddle with a tortoise either. Nope, but she is cool to watch when we let her loose in the house and the yard. The other critters don't even blink at her as she makes her way around. I love putting her in the yard because she takes care of all our weeds. She loves weeds! Too bad I can't put her in the garden. Unfortunately, she would eat my veggies and not the weeds. LOL After winter break we will be getting another furry creature. My daughter wants a hamster. For Christmas we got her a cage, food, and bedding. Now she has to pick out her pet. I hope that one day we will have a large piece of land so we can have more animals. I grew up with all kinds of pets. I guess that is why I love animals so much. They make a house a home! Everyone should have pets they are good for our mental health! Have a healthy day!