ANIMAL SAFETY
BY: CASSIE KLAUS (KARCZ) MORGAN WASURICK (LOGUE) 7TH HOUR
Do you know how to care for a pet?
What Pets Would Be Good 4 You!
Do you have free time?
A. Always
B. Sometimes
C. Never
Question 2
How forgetful are you?
A. I remember everything all the time
B. Sometimes I forget things, but mostly I remember
C. I never remember anything
Question 3
Why do you want a pet?
A. To have a companion and play with someone
B. To have company and hang out with someone
C. They make cute decorations or accessories
Question 4
How often would you want your pet to be with you?
A. 24/7
B. Most of the day
C. Only when I want he/she there
Question 5
How much are you willing to care for your pet?
A. I'll do everything (bathe, feed, clean cage, etc.)
B. I'll do anything that doesn't take too much work or isn't dirty (feed, love, pet, etc.)
C. Ummm.....not much
Question 6
Do you have a backyard?
A. Yes, it's huge
B. Yes, it's a little small
C. No
Question 7
Will your family help take care of your pet?
A. Yes
B. Maybe
C. No
If mostly A's....your pet should be a dog or cat!
A dog or cat is a lot of responsibility, but it seems you'll do the job and have plenty of time and attention to give he/she.
If mostly B's....your pet should be a guinea pig, bunny, or small animal!
Don't let these guys fool you. They might be cute and small, but they still need a clean cage, food, water, and love!
If mostly C's....your pet should be a fish or aquatic animal!
You seem pretty busy and fish or aquatic animals don't take a lot of time. Give he/she some food and a clean tank, they'll be happier than ever!
SchoolTube Pet Care Video
Facts/Percentages
In 2005-2006 69 million (or 63%) of families had pets in the USA
5-7 million dogs and cats enter shelters every year
More American households have pets rather than children
- 98% of Americans consider pets apart of the family
- Americans spend 35 billion dollars on their pets each year
- People who have pets live longer
- 95% of cat owners admit they talk to their cats
Pet Prevention Announcments
2. Keep an eye on your pet to make sure their comfortable in their new home, and won't run off.
3. Make sure you have food, water, place to live, and toys to give your pet a happy welcome.
4. Make sure you have enough time to care, love, and play with your pet. Also, make sure you don't neglect or forget about your new pet.
5. Make sure if you have children they don't harm your new pet and your new pet doesn't harm them.