PETS - domestic animals

❏ Did you have a pet when you were a child? Give details.
Do you currently have any pets? If yes, what kind? Was it a difficult
decision to make?
Is it a serious decision?
- Do you agree that getting any domestic animal is a serious decision? Why/Why not?
- Some people argue that having a pet is a serious responsibility akin to raising a child. What
are your thoughts on this perspective?
- When deciding to get a pet, what factors should people consider in order to make a wise
choice?
- What responsibilities come with owning a pet?
- What are some potential challenges that can arise from having a pet? How can these
challenges be managed?
Ethical issues
● If you have ever considered getting a pet, do you prefer to adopt from a shelter or
buy from a breeder?
● How does adopting from a shelter contribute to animal well-being/health, compared
to purchasing from a breeder?
● Do you believe that pet breeding can sometimes prioritize profit over the well-being
of animals? Why or why not?
● Should governments set stricter laws on pet breeding practices?
Mental health
- How can pet care add structure and routine to your life?
- How can having a pet help with socializing?
- Do you think pets can sense human emotions? Why or why not?
- What do you think about people who deal with mental health problems like depression, can
the presence of a pet help them with therapy? Or is it dangerous for pets?
- Have you personally experienced moments when your pet helped you de-stress after a
challenging day?
Exotic pets
● Have you ever seen an exotic animal as a pet before?Do you think it's safe to have an
exotic animal as a pet?
● Would you like to buy an exotic animal as your domestic pet?
● Do you think it's ethical to keep exotic animals as pets? Why or why not?
● What advice would you give someone who is considering getting an exotic animal as a
pet?
PET TALKS BUTTONS
Pet talks buttons
● Do you think pet owners overestimate their dog or cat’s
communication skills?
● Would you like to purchase pet talks buttons?
● What questions would you like to ask pets? Wild animals? Farm
animals?
● List three disadvantages to having a pet that can use language.