Wombat is man's best friend
Not only dogs and cats can be considered pets. Many people get hamsters, decorative rats, various birds and even rabbits. This is normal practice for most countries, but... in Australia, as you understand, it is a completely different story!
If you go to visit an Australian friend, a well-fed and cheerful wombat may be running around his house. For the local population, these are simply “big hamsters.” They are very easy to tame. And unlike hamsters, wombats are very smart and playful, and also become very attached to their owner.
By the way, they do not require any specific care. They eat rarely, but a lot. The animals eat plant foods and can go without food for several days. They are also not poisonous and poop cubes. All in all... the perfect pet!