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[denise]

Would you say it would be ok if to give a teen a pet tegu. If the teen is willing to put the work and effort and if so what breed what you recommend.

 

[Walter1]

Rough call. Some 13 yr-olds more mature than a 17 yr-old.

I think a proven mature responsible teen of 15+ would do well with a young Argentine to raise. Also means the parent must know about its care as well. Hope this helps.

 

[Ivyna J Spyder]

Also keep in mind many teens end up going off to college, so it becomes the parent's responsibility to look after the pet in the meantime.

 

[AlphaAlpha]

as long as there is a parent willing to learn, observe and step in if the gu is not getting the correct care ...... Also these pets are long time commitment.

 

[Zyn]

I’d say wait till they’ve chosen to leave for college or not

 

[James Smith]

I don't I could add anything here that hasn't already been said. Only thing I would add is, if the parent would consider being part owner/caretaker of the gu.