Pet Sitting
Pet sitting is a great way to get involved with animals without having to commit to them yourselves. It's a little bit like having grandchildren - you get to enjoy them without the responsibility of taking care of them all the time. So, by pet sitting, you can enjoy the pet and then give him back! Also, pet sitting gives you a chance to experience all sorts of different animals. One week you can sit for a family's dog; another week you can take in the neighbor's cat; want to try out a snake? Grab the neighbor's for a bit.
None of these activities require you to commit to anything. You just have to make sure that you have the time for the animal and that you take care of it in the same style that it is used to. It is important to remember, however, that there can be difficulties. The animal could have adjustment issues. It might miss its owners and cry a bit; it might decide not to eat some of the time out of depression. It might accidentally go to the bathroom in the house, even if the owner swears that it never happens at their home. In general, however, being a pet sitter can be a great way to enjoy an animal without the commitment of keeping it! It's a fun way to try out different animals and to see if one of them suits your family. You never know, you might just fall in love with that iguana and decide that you need to have one yourself.
