English Nature Vocabulary (Lesson 5): Describe Pets and Other Domestic Animals

Let’s Describe Pets and Other Domestic Animals!

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This is the fifth lesson in the nature vocabulary series.

Today, you are going to learn how to describe pets and other domestic animals.

I’m sure you have a lot to say about this subject!

Why don’t we get started?

First of all, do you have a pet? What is its name? Is it a dog or a cat? Maybe a hamster?

Secondly, if you don’t have a pet, would you like to have one? What would it be?

Thirdly, what is your favourite domestic animal? A cow? A goat? Perhaps you like sheep?

Lastly, what do you think about pets and other domestic animals? Do you think that they are…

Chickens are surprising because they always find their way home even if they have been wandering in the neighbourhood the whole day!
Dogs are loyal animals. No wonder they are called man’s best friend!
I am scared of cats because they always look like they are going to attack you.
Horses are very elegant animals. I would like to be able to ride a horse one day.
It’s easy to keep goldfish at home. Besides they are very beautiful and entertaining.
Kids like having hamsters because they are very cute and friendly.
Camels and donkeys are beasts of burden because they are used to carry a lot of things for their masters.
Cows, ducks and goats are domestic animals that can be a source of food for the whole family.
Sheep provide wool and meat to the household.

We can also use the above Adjectives to describe pets and other domestic animals.

Rabbits are cute, cuddly and furry. I think they are also fun to play with!
Cats are adorable but sometimes they do no act friendly with their masters.
Camels carry heavy burdens because they are strong and obedient.
I have a dog. He is really beautiful and well-behaved. His name is Doggie.
It’s important to treat domestic animals well. They are useful to us and they can be entertaining at times.
Pets such as cats and dogs can be demanding. However, if they are not spoiled, aggressive or very naughty, they can be quite amazing for children and adults alike.
Donkeys are stoic animals even though they are often considered to be stubborn.
Some people think that pigs are dirty animals. I think that they can look pretty and clean, if they want to!
Guinea pigs and hamsters are very energetic animals.