Wide Open Pets recently detailed what the most popular pets in each state are. Unsurprisingly, in Florida, dogs have the number one spot. But USA Today has a report that shows the most popular pet in Florida besides a cat or dog.
What Are The Options?
You might think that a fish or a bird would be the most common response. However, that is not the case in the Sunshine State. If you are thinking hamster, guinea pig, or chinchilla, you are on the right track. Surprisingly, the guinea pig was the next most popular pet in twenty different states. In fact, every region except the southeast has the guinea pig as the most popular pet after a cat or dog. In Florida, the answer is not as shocking.
Bearded Dragon
If a cat or a dog is not an option for you right now, or you're simply looking to think outside the cage for your next pet, the bearded dragon is the most popular in Florida (besides dogs and cats).
The lifespan of this rodent pet is five to seven years. Standard stores like Petco or Pet Smart sell bearded dragons for under $40 (in-store only). Then, you must buy the tank, food, and supplies separately. What's unique about these pets is that they typically live 8 -15 years, as PetKeen points out. They also detail how providing two different areas of their tank is crucial to their health. Once corner should be cool (75-80 degrees), while the other should be warmer (96-110 degrees).
"These lizards are truly a sight to behold, and they can be a serious joy to keep as pets," PetKeen says.
Florida Has 2 of the Best Neighborhoods in America
Florida has some great spots to live. As it turns out, two of those areas are among the very best neighborhoods to live in America.
This is according to a new study reported by Niche. According to the publication, "The 'Best Places to Live' ranking provides a comprehensive assessment of the overall livability of an area. This grade takes into account several key factors of a location, including the quality of local schools, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics, and access to amenities in an attempt to measure the overall quality of an area." The two most important factors, according to the states on Niche.com's website, are the higher education rate and the cost of living grade."
Niche.com adds, "The same methodology is used to produce the Overall Niche Grade for each ranked place." They also got statistics mainly from the U.S. Census, and those stats "represent the most recent data available." What's nice about this study is that they used actual numbers and facts, instead of just going by reviews or a vibe. They add that, "All Niche reviews and data are scored and standardized so that each place is comparable. We then assign each place to a cohort based on population and urban clustering."
So, which Florida neighborhoods made the cut? Check out the top 10 list below of the best neighborhoods in America. You'll spot the Florida ones on the list. In addition, you'll see plenty of other good neighborhoods in America to check out on this list. Find the full report here.
10. Great Neck Gardens, Long Island, New York
Great Neck Gardens is No. 10 on this list. But, it's also the No. 1 best place to live in New York, according to Niche. It's a suburb of New York City.
9. Devon, Pennsylvania
Devon is the No. 9 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It's a beloved suburb of Philadelphia.
8. North Quarter, Florida
North Quarter is the No. 8 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it's the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in Orlando.
7. Cambridgeport, Massachusetts
Cambridgeport is the No. 7 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it's the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in in the Cambridge area.
6. City Center, California
City Center is the No. 6 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. However, it's the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in the Santa Monica area.
5. Penn Wynne, Pennsylvania
Penn Wynne is the No. 5 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it's the No. 1 best place to retire in all of Pennsylvania.
4. Hyde Park, Florida
Hyde Park is the No. 9 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it's the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in all of Tampa.
3. Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Ardmore is the No. 3 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It's also the No. 2 best suburb to live in America.
2. Colonial Village, Virginia
Colonial Village is the No. 2 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It's also the No. 1 best neighborhoods to live in the Arlington area.
1. Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania
Chesterbrook is the No. 1 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It's also the No. 1 best overall place to live in America! It's a suburb of Philadelphia.
