Comments on: Dorm Zen: Have a (Teeny) Pet

By: Kitty

Kitty — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:15:53 +0000

Actually goldfish take up more water than you think. I worked at PetsMart and the rule for goldfish was 2 gallons of water per inch of goldfish (for everything else, it was 1gal/1 inch of fish).

So if a fancy goldfish can grow up to 6 inches, that’s a 12 gallon tank that you need.
And also about the cheapie fish, they grow up to 12 inches, so it’s 24 gallons.
This isn’t also counting the mess that goldfish make in general lol x]

By: Stu

Stu — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:14:05 +0000

I think having a pet in the dorms is a great idea, as long as you keep it out of your RA’s sight. Here are some other ideas on easy pets to keep in a college dorm room

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14 Helpful Dorm Links « Kill Jill Goes To College — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:40:06 +0000

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By: Jill

Jill — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:14:36 +0000

Me and my roommate got a blue beta this year in the second or third week of the year. We thought he’d last a week, maybe 2.
Well, that was almost a year ago.
Azura, the Fish of Destiny (or “Fishy”) is now in a bowl in my kitchen for the summer and going back with me to the dorm. I’ll have a new roommate though.
But still! Having a fish greet me every morning was nice and comforting. I’d highly recommend having one in any dorm room.

By: Aubrey Keen

Aubrey Keen — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:46:47 +0000

Another pet suggestion - a newt or salamander. I had one my first two years of college - he ate out of my hand, seemed to enjoy walking all over my arm, and could be kept in a small fish aquarium, so he didn’t violate the pet rules. Just make sure the aquarium has a tight lid!

Also, a small houseplant, like a money tree, a little palm, etc. that can be put on a desk, or even be a little larger if your dorm is bigger than mine was, lends a nice atmosphere to the dorm.

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5 great blogs about studying | studysuccessful.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 20:49:27 +0000

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By: Stu

Stu — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 03:03:40 +0000

Having pets while you’re away at college can be great, especially if you’re used to having a pet with you at home. Check out this article on the easiest pets to keep in a college dorm room

By: Enrich Your Dorm Life With Pets (But Do It Right!)

Enrich Your Dorm Life With Pets (But Do It Right!) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:03:33 +0000

[...] to the blog Surviving College Life, the answer is simple: get a fish! Sure, they can’t cuddle up on your lap, but they are quiet, soothing to watch, and [...]

By: Paul

Paul — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:36:03 +0000

A couple of my friends have a betta fish and I have to agree with the zen element of watching a fish swim. Caring for a fish isn’t too tough, but you do need to remember. Make sure you don’t forget to feed the fish!

By: Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:44:40 +0000

@ Lindsay: I feel the same way. Dear readers, please let your Bettas out of those nasty plastic cups. Name them. Give them fresh water. Make them happy that their ancestors were moved from rice paddies so they could become your pets.

After all, they are living things. And nobody wants to live in a cup.