【正确答案】1. Do you have a pet? What is it?
Yes. I have a dog. It's a German Shepherd dog. He's handsome and smart. He seems to understand what I tell him and always can do what I want him to do. When I am sad, he will sit in a corner and stare at me, which makes me feel warm.
2. Which do you prefer, a cat or a dog?
I prefer a dog. My parents wanted to buy me a cat but I choose a dog. Cats are more difficult to get along with for me. They tend to be a little fickle. I think pets are companions and I don't want a disagreeable companion.
3. Do you believe dog is our friend?
Yes, I do. Dogs are acting as guards, children's playmates, or walking companions. They are loyal to their owners, so many dogs become the emotional support of their owners. People and dogs have become increasingly integrated in each other's lives. Some dog owners even describe their dog as part of the family.
4. How to keep the pets healthy?
To defend against many common diseases, my dog is often vaccinated. And I often take my dog to veterinarians to make sure nothing is going wrong. I bathe it every 3 days and will not let him go anywhere dirty. When I walk the dog outside, I will keep my eyes on him and make sure he will not chase or bite anyone.
5. Why do old people keep pets?
I think old people always feel lonely when their children work and live in another city. Pets can accompany them and make the home more lively. Nowadays, many young people like to work and settle in big cities when their parents choose to stay in their hometown. So some old people choose to keep pets as companions.