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Animals are our friends. Now a lot of people like to keep small animals as pets in their houses, such as cats, dogs.
People like to keep dogs best, next is the cats, and the last is the birds. Because these pets are very cute and friendly. Old people have these animals as their family members. They are like people's children. People give these pets nice names and buy nice food for them. They let them wear beautiful clothes too. People keep these pcts clean every day. They love them very much.
Children also like to keep these pets. They are like their friends, brothers and sisters. Children can play, sleep and take a walk with these pets. Sometimes when children are unhappy, pets are their best friends. They love them very much.
Pets are all very happy. They have houses and beds. They have much nice food to eat. They can walk with people in the park or go out to relax.
Do you think pets are important in our life? Would you like to keep a pet in your family?