This list includes 23 Pets and domestic animals that start with L, from “LaMancha goat” to “Lykoi”. Most are companion mammals and small birds, though the list also includes hobby-farm breeds used for milk, eggs, or show.
Pets and domestic animals that start with L are animals kept for companionship, hobby farms, or household uses. For example, LaMancha goats appear often in small dairy and hobby-farm traditions.
Below you’ll find the table with Common name, Scientific name, Size (cm), and Classification.
Common name: The everyday name you know; use it to quickly locate animals across regions and resources.
Scientific name: The Latin binomial gives precise identity so you avoid confusion between similar common names.
Size (cm): Typical adult length or height range in centimeters, useful for planning space and care needs.
Classification: Broad group like Mammal, Bird, or Reptile that helps you understand general biology and care.
Pets and domestic animals that start with L
| Name | Scientific name | Typical adult size (cm) | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labrador | Canis familiaris | 55–62 cm | Mammal |
| Lhasa Apso | Canis familiaris | 25–28 cm | Mammal |
| Labradoodle | Canis familiaris | 35–60 cm | Mammal |
| Lowchen | Canis familiaris | 25–33 cm | Mammal |
| LaPerm | Felis catus | 30–40 cm | Mammal |
| Lykoi | Felis catus | 25–35 cm | Mammal |
| Lionhead | Oryctolagus cuniculus | 30–40 cm | Mammal |
| Lop rabbit | Oryctolagus cuniculus | 35–50 cm | Mammal |
| Llama | Lama glama | 120–200 cm | Mammal |
| LaMancha goat | Capra hircus | 55–80 cm | Mammal |
| Lamb | Ovis aries | 90–120 cm | Mammal |
| Long-eared hedgehog | Hemiechinus auritus | 15–20 cm | Mammal |
| Lovebird | Agapornis roseicollis | 14–18 cm | Bird |
| Lorikeet | Trichoglossus moluccanus | 25–31 cm | Bird |
| Leghorn (chicken) | Gallus gallus | 40–50 cm | Bird |
| Langshan (chicken) | Gallus gallus | 60–80 cm | Bird |
| Little corella | Cacatua sanguinea | 35–40 cm | Bird |
| Leopard gecko | Eublepharis macularius | 18–25 cm | Reptile |
| Leopard tortoise | Stigmochelys pardalis | 20–50 cm | Reptile |
| Lionfish | Pterois volitans | 30–38 cm | Fish |
| Longhorn cowfish | Lactoria cornuta | 25–45 cm | Fish |
| Leaf insect | Phyllium philippinicum | 5–8 cm | Arthropod |
| Land hermit crab | Coenobita clypeatus | 3–8 cm | Arthropod |
Descriptions
Labrador
Friendly, popular retriever breed prized for companionship, family life and working ability; needs exercise, training and social interaction.
Lhasa Apso
Small companion dog from Tibet with long coat; alert, loyal and good for apartment life with regular grooming.
Labradoodle
Crossbreed of Labrador and Poodle kept as a family pet for friendly temperament and often lower-shedding coat; exercise and grooming required.
Lowchen
Little “lion dog” companion breed, affectionate and sociable; good for families and regular grooming.
LaPerm
Curly-coated cat breed known for friendly, playful personality and hypoallergenic-seeming coat; enjoys interaction and moderate grooming.
Lykoi
“Werewolf” domestic cat with sparse coat and friendly, curious temperament; needs normal cat care and vet checks for skin health.
Lionhead
Rabbit breed with characteristic mane of fur; popular pet for personality and appearance, needs indoor housing and socialization.
Lop rabbit
Group name for lop-eared domestic rabbits (e.g., Holland Lop); calm pets needing space, hay-based diet and grooming.
Llama
Domesticated South American camelid used for packing, fiber and as companion animals on small farms; social and needs space.
LaMancha goat
Dairy goat breed known for very short ears; kept for milk and as friendly farm companions, needs pasture and basic husbandry.
Lamb
Young domestic sheep (term often used for sheep in husbandry); kept for wool, meat and as farm animals; require grazing and shelter.
Long-eared hedgehog
Small exotic pet hedgehog with prominent ears, insectivorous diet and nocturnal habits; needs specialist care and habitat.
Lovebird
Small, colorful parrots kept in pairs for companionship and display; social, noisy and need enrichment and social interaction.
Lorikeet
Vibrant, nectar-feeding parrots kept as pets for playful, vocal personalities; require specialized diet (nectar/fruit) and space.
Leghorn (chicken)
Active, prolific egg-laying domestic chicken breed kept by hobbyists and smallholders; hardy and easy to keep.
Langshan (chicken)
Tall, dual-purpose chicken breed valued for meat and eggs; calm temperament suitable for small farms.
Little corella
Small cockatoo species kept as companion parrot in some regions; intelligent and social but vocal and demanding.
Leopard gecko
Docile, ground-dwelling gecko popular for beginners; simple husbandry, insect diet and manageable size.
Leopard tortoise
Attractive, hardy tortoise kept as a pet; long-lived, requires large enclosure and herbivorous diet.
Lionfish
Striking marine aquarium fish with venomous spines; kept by experienced hobbyists in large saltwater tanks.
Longhorn cowfish
Unique boxfish with horn-like projections; kept in marine aquaria by experienced hobbyists, needs stable water and careful feeding.
Leaf insect
Camouflaged, slow-moving insect popular in the pet trade; easy to keep on leafy diets with low maintenance.
Land hermit crab
Terrestrial crustacean kept as a low-maintenance pet; needs humid habitat, shells to change into and social grouping.