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Before You Get a Pet

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Getting a pet is one of the most exciting things a family can do, but it takes a lot of planning first. Every animal has its own special NEEDS, like food, water, and a safe place to live. Before you bring a pet home, you need to think about what kind of CARE that animal will need every single day. Some pets need a lot of attention, while others are more INDEPENDENT and do fine on their own for longer periods. Thinking ahead helps make sure the pet you choose will be happy and healthy in your home. Being a good OWNER starts even before the animal walks through your door.

Every animal has its own special _____, like food and water.
NEEDS
Being a good _____ starts before the animal comes home.
OWNER
Some pets are more _____ and do fine alone for longer periods.
INDEPENDENT
Name something every pet needs, according to the text.
FOOD / WATER / SAFE PLACE
Name something the text says you should think about before getting a pet.
DAILY CARE / WHAT THE ANIMAL NEEDS
The place where wild animals naturally live is called their natural _____.
HABITAT

Writing Prompt

Write 2–3 sentences about what you learned about getting a pet. Tell one fact about what pets need and what surprised you about how much planning goes into bringing a pet home.

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