Having a reptile as a pet is quite different from owning a mammalian pet, like a dog or cat. Reptiles live in cages, they have scales rather than fur, and while they tend to be quite slow and docile, they do have pretty fun personalities in their own right. Some reptiles are hard to care for and are therefore not a wise choice for beginners. Thankfully, though, the following reptiles tend to be wise choices for first-timers to buy.