Welcoming a pet into your home is exciting. However, caring for a pet is not easy. Cue: low-maintenance pets. While they do need and deserve the same amount of love and care, these animals are easy to take care of. There are tons of cute and interesting pets you can befriend. From furry pets that love to cuddle to ones that can easily be housed, you can select the perfect companion for your lifestyle. But remember, just because is low-maintenance doesn t mean it won t need constant care, vet visits and other essentials. Low-maintenance pets: Cats, hamsters and more easy-to-care-for little friends Photogallery at ETimes