Ridley said:
Have you thought about getting a cat? Some of them are incredibly affectionate, almost too much!
My kitten sometimes lays on my face. It’s all about their personality!
Mice are fun, but rats are better if you want a pet that loves being handled.
My Great Dane constantly wants to be in contact with me, even with his size. All the Danes I’ve had are the same – they love full-body hugs and always want more attention.
Some cats really do enjoy being close. When they do, it’s like they want constant cuddles while still acting a bit aloof. But if they don’t, well, there’s not much you can do about it!
Does your dog not enjoy being held? My dog would be on my lap 24/7 if I let her.
Keats said:
Does your dog not enjoy being held? My dog would be on my lap 24/7 if I let her.
Pretty much. She only lets me carry her when I come home or when I take her up to bed since she can’t climb the stairs.
Pet rats and dogs are great for cuddles.
Try a local rescue. They often know which animals are especially affectionate, and you can meet them first. Rescue pets are often extra loving, too!
Flying squirrels!
Cats can be super cuddly! At shelters, the staff can usually tell you which cats love attention.
Chihuahua, Yorkie, Maltese … they all tend to love being close to people.
Some cats are so clingy! My Maine Coon used to lie on my head and groom me. Another cat I raised from a kitten still sleeps on my pillow every night.
Certain breeds like Siamese cats are known for being really social and loving attention.
If you want a pet that enjoys being handled, rats, guinea pigs, and some birds like cockatiels can be great. Rats are surprisingly affectionate, guinea pigs can learn to love gentle handling, and birds like cockatiels enjoy sitting on shoulders once they’re comfortable. But it all depends on the animal’s personality and the bond you create with them.
@Mal
Nice advice!
I have four cats, and they all like cuddling, but only two like being held. I’ve also had hamsters, and about half liked being held, while the rest would run. It really depends on their personality and how you raise them.
Ragdoll cats and Maltese dogs are known for being very cuddly.
Your best bet is visiting a shelter and seeing which animals want to cuddle on their own. Hold them a bit and see how they react. I’ve met some dogs and cats that love being held and some that don’t.
Chihuahuas are super clingy. I have two, and they always want to be close.
Small dogs tend to be very cuddly. My family’s dog and cats both love being held and cuddled, especially now that they’re older. I’ve noticed that most of the cuddliest pets I’ve had were a bit older and more settled.