Top 10 least aggressive pets

In recent years, the trend of keeping pets has become more and more prosperous. Many families who do not want to have children choose pets as an alternative, making the number of pets even exceed the total number of newborns in the country each year, which has also become one of the factors for the phenomenon of low birth rate. Pets such as cats, dogs or hamsters are the most popular, but in addition to the trouble of raising them, they often face the risk of being bitten and scratched. So what kind of pets don't bite people and are easy to raise?

The editor recommends the top ten least aggressive pets, such as: snails, goldfish, horned frogs, tarantulas, leopard geckos, turtles, call ducks, etc. Which one do you want to keep the most? (Note: The Animal Protection Act of the Republic of China defines pets as: "Dogs, cats, and other animals raised or managed for the purpose of entertainment or companionship." It also stipulates that they shall not be slaughtered or sold for "the purpose of economic utilization for meat, fur, or feeding other animals.")

1. Snail (Cheap and worry-free/does not bite)

In some cartoons, such as "Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf" and "SpongeBob SquarePants", snails often appear as pets. In real life, many people choose to raise snails as pets. You can find one at the seafood market, or you can see them everywhere when you take a walk after the rain.

Usually, just leave it some cucumber tails or fruit residues, and it will live happily. Feeding it once a month will not cause too much trouble. Although raising snails seems to lack interaction, in fact, just gently poking their tentacles and watching them retract can also bring a lot of fun. Snails are not only worry-free, easy to raise and inexpensive, but most importantly, they are very docile and non-aggressive pets.

2. Goldfish (Beautiful and auspicious/easy to raise)

Speaking of pets that don't bite, if you don't particularly pursue highly interactive animals, goldfish is undoubtedly an excellent choice. As one of the earliest ornamental fish in the world, goldfish has been with humans for nearly a thousand years. They are elegant, colorful, and in various shapes, and are deeply loved by the public, especially as a unique ornamental fish species in China.

There are many varieties of goldfish, ranging from red, orange to purple, blue, silver, and five-colored. They can add color to the home without taking up too much space or disturbing the home environment. Moreover, goldfish are very simple to raise. You only need to feed them regularly and change the water in the fish tank regularly, and you don’t need to pay too much attention to them.

3. Horned Frog (Colorful/Good Meaning)

Nowadays, more and more people are starting to keep frogs as pets, and horned frogs are particularly popular. It is not only a gentle pet, but also not easy to hurt people. The horned frog is loved for its unique appearance and bright colors and has become one of the most common pet frogs in the world.

The hunting method of the horned frog is very interesting. They often bury themselves in the soil and wait for prey to approach. This ambush hunting method complements its huge mouth, which occupies almost half of its body. It can be said that it has evolved specifically for eating a lot. It is the so-called big mouth that eats everywhere, and is often called the "fortune frog".

4. Tarantula (Quiet and tidy/easy to keep)

Although spiders may be difficult for many people to imagine as pets, in fact, pet spiders, especially tarantulas, have become increasingly popular in recent years. Compared with traditional pets such as cats and dogs, tarantulas have many unique advantages. First of all, it is very quiet, usually staying still most of the time and not making any noise. In addition, its body does not emit any odor, even its excrement has almost no odor, let alone carrying viruses or mites.

Tarantulas never actively attack people, and the possibility of bites is extremely low. Even if a bite occurs, it will not be fatal. What is more worth mentioning is that they have excellent hunger resistance. The larvae are fed once every 5 to 7 days, and the adults can be fed insects once every 7 to 10 days. Even in the absence of food, they can survive for 100 days with sufficient water, which is very easy to raise.

5. Leopard Gecko (Gentle/Easy to Raise)

What kind of animal is suitable for children to raise without biting? If you don't mind the furry touch, then the gecko is definitely a good choice. They are very popular among reptile pets, especially the leopard gecko, which is loved for its beautiful appearance.

The body length (including the tail) of an adult leopard gecko is about 20 cm, and the maximum can reach 25 cm. They have strong adaptability to the environment, cute appearance, and are very easy to raise and breed. They have a gentle personality and will not actively attack people. Its body color is rich and varied, and it is deeply favored by gecko enthusiasts. It is a very suitable pet for family care.

6. Tortoise (Tender and cheap/easy to keep)

It is impossible not to have a tortoise in the promotion of the most docile small pets. They are not only quiet, do not disturb, and do not bite, but also can have simple interactions, and are very easy to maintain. Just provide a little water and food, and they can live safely. Although they are carnivores, tortoises have a strong ability to resist hunger, and sometimes they will not starve to death even if you forget to feed them for a few meals. The price of tortoise food on the market is affordable, about 10 yuan per catty, and the food of the small tortoise can eat for a whole year.

Especially the Chinese grass tortoise, which is not only docile, but also very simple to keep. They are almost in the sun all day, and they only need to change the water occasionally and keep it clean. For lazy people, this is really an ideal pet choice. What's more, turtles have a particularly long lifespan, and they can accompany you through many wonderful years.

7. Call Duck (Behaved/Gentle and Cute)

If you are looking for a pet that doesn't bite, the Call Duck is undoubtedly a good choice. They are small in size, cute in appearance, and are usually kept as pets. Like other household pets, Call Ducks also need regular vaccinations, special feed, and good hygiene habits, such as regular bathing. However, they are not picky eaters, can eat almost anything, and have a gentle personality, neither noisy nor biting.

The life span of Call ducks can be as long as more than ten years, and they will lay eggs and hatch them when they grow up, making them an ideal companion pet. However, it should be noted that their prices are relatively high, especially for some high-quality species, which can even cost more than 10,000 yuan.

8. Axolotl (Cute appearance/durable)

If you think raising goldfish is too common, you might as well try Axolotl. The reason why Axolotl is called "dragon" is not because it has the bloodline of dinosaurs, but because it has three tentacles on both sides of its head, forming six tentacles like "braids", which makes the appearance of Axolotl both avant-garde and cute.

It is worth mentioning that the Axolotl can heal itself at an amazing speed after being injured, and the wound will not leave scars, and it can even grow new limbs within a few months. Although the Axolotl is a relatively hardy pet salamander, we still need to understand their living habits and ensure that they grow up healthily in a suitable environment.

9. Gray Hermit Crab (Easy to raise and live/Highly interactive)

Hermit crabs are often kept as pets because of their rich colors, easy to raise and cute personalities. In particular, the gray hermit crab, also known as the wrinkled hermit crab, is the most colorful and small hermit crab. They are known for their lively personality that interacts with their owners and are one of the most popular pets among pet lovers.

These hermit crabs are not only bold and lively, they like to climb, but also can adapt to being held by their owners, and are even keen to replace their shells. Judging from their intelligence, the process of raising them is full of fun. In general, gray-white hermit crabs are a very suitable pet for interaction with people, which brings a lot of fun to keep.

10. Ornamental shrimp (Bright body color/exquisite pattern)

Pet fish is undoubtedly one of the safest pets, but if you think raising fish is too monotonous, you can try ornamental shrimp as an alternative. In addition to their colorful and beautiful appearance, some varieties also have strong algae removal capabilities, which are deeply loved by aquatic plant lovers.

Ornamental shrimps have become the new favorite pets in the aquarium world because of their bright color, delicate patterns, small size and unique behavior habits. In China, the popularity of ornamental shrimps is increasing day by day. The editor especially recommends the extremely hot shrimp, cherry shrimp, black shell shrimp and Yamato algae shrimp, which are all excellent choices for aquarium enthusiasts.

The top ten pets that don't bite are mainly based on pet safety, difficulty of raising, cost-effectiveness and comprehensive reference to relevant Internet rankings. The data is as of February 2025. If you have any questions, please comment and criticize at the end.

animal tags： Axolotl Call Duck