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Timetables of public transport is a great one here in Holland, although I realise it may be less useful in other countries.

In the Netherlands a lot of families still do this (especially in countryside towns). I usually kick of my shoes too when I get home, but I slide into flip flops or crocks so that I can still easily pop into the backyard.

I've got plenty of room for pets ( luckily since it's one of my biggest hobbies to keep pets). But there was a time when I also lived at a small apartment and I was keeping dwarf hamsters there. It is true that they are nightly creatures but for an adult this doesn't need to be a problem. There are special work out wheels available that are called "Silent Spinner", it does as it says... spin very silent! As for character you should always try to choose a hamster that is not scared of you. It is normal that it holds back a little but it shouldn't bite or scream when you try to pick it up gently. A lot of hamster are solo creatures, very few of them are sociable towards their own species. Make sure you are informed about the habitat and social (or non social!) conditions your hamster needs to be kept in.

If you really want to hug your pet a lot than I'd follow the advice of some other readers before me and get a rat. I know you either love rats or you don't, but they are great social beings that just love to get attention from you.

Aquarium's are definitely cool if you don't feel the need to cuddle your pet, but fish aren't the only animals to keep in aquariums. In my experience the easiest to care for are crayfish. Axolotls and aquatic frogs are really nice too! Just remember not all of them go together OR with other fish, so you should get yourself informed before purchasing any of them.

@ Madmame Tut: I think the font used was Ecolier by Jean Marie Douteau. The font can be downloaded at DaFont and is free for non commercial use.