If your family tends to stay at home to relax, a cat or a low-activity dog may be better for you. Consider exercise needs, need to regularly eliminate, feeding, training, and attention. Generally speaking, long-haired dogs and cats will require regular grooming either by your family or a professional groomer. Just keep in mind that large dogs also require large amounts of food. Another consideration is long-haired pets that may require regular trips to the groomers.
Baby animals are cute.
If you do not have the time or the patience to train a new kitten or puppy, consider adopting an adult. Adult dogs and cats have plenty of love to give and will bond to their new people. Where you live and go on vacation. If you are renting accommodations or going to college, keep in mind that there places that no not allow pets at all, while others allow small dogs or cats but are extremely resistant to larger breeds. There may also be restrictions on the number of pets you may have.