My apartment is a zoo. My roommates and I have a dog, two chinchillas, a rabbit, and even a few fish. Although it can get hectic, I wouldn't change it. Our pets make our college apartment seem like a more permanent home, and I always make an effort to recommend owning pets to other students. Here's a few reasons why:

1. You will never get bored.

From playing tug-of-war with your dog to cuddling with your kitten, animals provide a constant source of entertainment, even on the worst of days

2. They make you get out of the house.

If you have an animal that needs to be walked or let outside on a regular basis, you will never have an excuse to sit around inside all day.

3. They make the perfect distraction from homework.

All college students know that doing homework for an extended amount of time tends to be far too stressful. What better way is there to take a break than playing with your pet?

4. They make the best form of stress relief.

Every college student is familiar with stress. With exams, group projects, and an excessive amount of time spent on studying, it is important to take an opportunity to relax when you can. Animals are perfect for this.

5. You will always have something to laugh about.

Animals will always find a way to make you smile.

6. They make you a more responsible person.

Responsibility is essential in college. Pets are great for this, because they will always keep you on your toes. When you constantly have to remember to budget for their food, clean up after them, or even just remember to play with them, you will find yourself being more responsible overall.

7. You will have a constant companion.

Pets will always be there for you. Once you build a relationship with the animal friend in your life, you will find it to be unbreakable.

8. They help you make friends.

Pets in college are provide a perfect social opportunity. When you have pets, everyone will want to come over and play with them. This is great when you're trying to build on college relationships.

9. They will never fail to make you happy.