Apart from the goldfish I had when I was younger my 1st pet was a cat. I still have him, he is 12 years old and still very active and full of life! He is special because he was a stray and choose to live with us! He just moved in one day!!
BTW, not great about it being freezing in Sydney at this time of year, I am visiting there next summer (well your winter!)
Do you like to ride rollercoasters and if so which is your favourite?