# Animal Advice Charts This Pet Infographic Shows the Best Choices for Those Living in Tight Spaces By Kevin Young | Published 2012-08-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-infographic References: [apartment-tips.forrent](http://apartment-tips.forrent.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/FR_05_IG_01BestandWorstpets-4D-6.20.121.png) & [forrent](http://www.forrent.com/) Having rather large pets in small spaces can be an inconvenience, but this [pet infographic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petready) provides tips on which creature will best suit your needs at home. Dogs are the most [popular pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-ownership), and there’s an estimated 75 million that live in American households. These furry fellas can be more than just a best friend, but a lack of space can make life more hectic. To substitute, ForRent.com suggests having something smaller such as hermit crabs, fishes or tarantulas, all of which are quiet with less maintenance required. Pets offer a [sense of companionship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petdiary), and according to this infographic, they reduce stress levels and make your life a little more social. Take a look through this chart to see which animal works well with your lifestyle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smaller Pets:** The trend of getting smaller pets like hermit crabs, fishes, or tarantulas is on the rise as a substitute for larger pets in small living spaces. - **Pet Infographics:** The demand for pet infographics is increasing as pet owners seek visually appealing and informative resources to make better decisions about their pets. - **Companionship Benefits:** People are recognizing the benefits of having pets as companions, such as reduced stress levels and increased social interactions, leading to the emergence of pet-related products and services targeting these benefits. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Care Industry:** The pet care industry can explore opportunities in offering products and services catering to the specific needs of smaller pets and their owners in smaller living spaces. - **Infographics Industry:** The infographics industry can capitalize on the rising demand for visually appealing and engaging pet infographics by providing design and content services targeted at pet-related topics. - **Wellness Industry:** The wellness industry can develop innovative products and services that promote the physical and mental health benefits of pet companionship for individuals living in tight spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Petting Booth Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petting-booth.md) - [Pet-Friendly Tiny Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tmraire.md) - [Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-best-pet-house-ever.md) - [Small Pet Carrier Enclosures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenced-traveling-backpack.md) - [Tiny Pet Habitat Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-animals.md) - [Stress-Reducing Pet Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsafe.md) - [Health-Monitoring Pet Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hommew-pet-house.md) - [Inconspicuous Pet Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inconspicuous-pet-furniture.md) - [Pet Wellness Insights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-pet-care-tips.md)