Dormitory Pets

Three students had a lively discussion about whether small pets like hamsters and goldfish should be allowed in dorms. The first speaker supported the idea, saying small pets help reduce stress, don't take up much space, and aren't noisy. He shared how his hamster in high school cheered him up and believes pets can teach responsibility. The second speaker disagreed, pointing out hygiene problems. He mentioned how his roommate's goldfish tank smelled and attracted flies, causing complaints. He also raised concerns about allergies and poor supervision, saying some students might secretly keep pets that are not allowed. The third speaker suggested a middle ground. He proposed clear rules-only quiet, odorless pets should be allowed, and roommates must agree first. Pet owners should clean regularly and report to a dorm supervisor. To make supervision easier, he recommended choosing a "pet supervisor" for each floor, with pet owners taking turns checking hygiene and rules. If someone breaks the rules, they lose pet privileges and dorm points. The first speaker liked the idea and offered to be the pet supervisor for his floor. He said peer management could work better and help their dorm win the "model dorm" title. The second speaker agreed, as long as noise and odor problems are fixed quickly. The third speaker added that they could include a 24-hour rule to solve any issues fast. They all decided to write a proposal and submit it to the Student Union's Life Department, hoping to make dorm pets a reality with proper rules and teamwork.