Programa CLUBE TEMÁTICO
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Prof. Edna Marta
INTERNET PETS
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Do you like animals?
Do you have pets?
What animal is your pet?
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Do you enjoy watching pet videos
on the Internet?
Why do you think some people
enjoy these videos?
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CAOPANHEIRO LABRA LADY ASTRID BOWIE, THE CORGI BOB THE STREET CAT
What do you know about these three
famous Internet pets in the photos?
Mika, Toddy, and Polo – three happy dogs from Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil.
Each of them has a different personality. Mika is adventurous,
while Toddy (or Toddynho) is the baby in the family. Toddy has
learned new things with Mika. Polo (or Polinho) has passed
away last year. He was Mika’s father. Polo was calm and sweet.
Their guardian Ciça always posts on Instagram her daily
routine with her pets. For sure, the expression ‘a dog’s life’ will
have another meaning for you after watching their videos on
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CAOPANHEIRO LABRA You can follow them on Instagram: @caopanheirolabra
What do you know about these three
famous Internet pets in the photos?
Lady Astrid Bowie, known as Astrid, is a Pembroke Welsh
Corgi! She was born on December 29, 2020 and was the
last puppy from the litter. Unfortunately, she was the
smallest and weakest, as she was born with "swimming
puppy syndrome", an underdevelopment in her legs. With
a lot of care and love, she is now able to run and destroy
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her #1 enemy: paper boxes!
LADY ASTRID BOWIE, THE CORGI You can follow Astrid on Instagram: @astridb_corgi
What do you know about these three
famous Internet pets in the photos?
The pet that inspired the book series and film A Street Cat Named Bob has died
aged 14. James Bowen met Bob in 2007 during his battle with drug addiction
when he found the cat abandoned and injured and decided to look after him.
According to Bowen : “It’s as simple as that. He gave me so much more than
companionship. With him at my side, I found a direction and purpose that I’d
been missing.”
He said the success they found together was “miraculous”, adding: “He’s met
thousands of people, touched millions of lives.
“There’s never been a cat like him. And never will again. I feel like the light has
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Source: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/jun/16/street-cat-named-bob-
BOB THE STREET CAT
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What do you know about these three
famous Internet pets in the photos?
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ADVANTAGES X DISADVANTAGES
1. Con: More Living Expenses
2. Con: Care When You’re Away
3. Con: Time Consumption
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4. Con: Health Care Costs
THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
1. Con: More Living Expenses
When getting a pet, there are the initial costs like a
bed, a crate, grooming items, a collar, a leash, a
litter box, a scratching post, and other
miscellaneous things needed immediately upon
adoption.
Then there are recurring expenses, such as the cost
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of food, treats, and toys.
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
2. Con: Care When You’re Away
If you are gone for an extended period, you may
need to find a sitter, boarder, or doggie daycare—all
of which are an added expense.
Having a dog or cat can also put time constraints on
your outings—you will need to return home to
make sure your pal is fed, let outside (if you have a
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dog), and checked on regularly.
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
3. Con: Time Consumption
Some cats and dogs might be independent, but they
still require your time for feeding, training,
exercising, and grooming. A more dependent breed
or a strongly attached pet could require even more
of your attention.
Bringing an animal into your family is almost like
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
4. Con: Health Care Costs
There is always the chance that your pet could get
hurt or sick, and veterinary treatment can be
expensive. You also need to plan for annual exam
fees and the cost of preventive care, like vaccines
[…].
Besides routine veterinarian care, there’s also the
chance that you will have to pay for emergency care
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at some point in your pet’s life.
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
1. Pro: Unconditional Love and
Companionship
2. Pro: Home Safety
3. Pro: Built-In Icebreaker
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
1. Pro: Unconditional Love and
Companionship
Pets love us unconditionally, and that’s priceless.
There’s nothing like coming home every day to a
four-legged family member who’s thrilled to see
you.
It’s also difficult to put a price tag on their constant
companionship. […] Not to mention, the
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health and overall well-being.
THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
2. Pro: Home Safety
Vocal pets can alert you to strangers or possible
suspicious activity outside your home, providing
some added security. If you live alone, having the
company of a four-legged friend is also an added
comfort. […]
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
3. Pro: Built-In Icebreaker
Pets are usually not afraid to be the first to say
hello. [ …] Being out and about with your pet
could make it easier to meet your neighbors and
other new people.
Even when your pet isn’t around, they can still
make for a wonderful conversation starter or
topic in general. The topic of “pets” is fairly
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universal, and it’s something that many people
can relate to. It’s a subject matter that people
feel comfortable discussing with others.
THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
4. Pro: Someone to Nurture
[…]
If you don’t have any human children but are
considering them one day, making a four-legged
addition to your family could even provide some
practice in caring for a dependent.
Not to mention, pet parenting can be rewarding
and enjoyable for those who don’t want any
children of their own.
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THE PROS AND CONS OF
OWNING A PET
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Adoption
PROS CONS
Adopting requires answering a lot of personal
Love and gratitude questions and submission of paperwork.
You’re saving two lives. There may be a limited – difficulty in finding
the exact breed
Mental and physical benefits to adopting a pet.
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Uncertainty towards how the animal may
behave at home.
Mixed breed pets = genetic health problems.
Some pets have special needs.
BREEDER
CONS PROS
You are responsible for the training. Untrained Reputable breeders provide genetic health
puppies quickly grow into out-of-control testing.
dogs!
It is possible to visit the pet beforehand.
Pets purchased from a breeder can be
extremely expensive.
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Many breeds have hereditary diseases that are There is greater information available regarding
usually associated with desired physical traits. the breed, to ensure they are the perfect fit for
family and household.
Hereditary diseases = vet bills are often more
expensive too.
This lesson was based on:
HART VILLE PET INSURANCE. The Pros and Cons of Owning a Pet: 8 Things to Consider.
Available at: < https://www.hartvillepetinsurance.com/resources/pet-pros-cons/ >
Accessed on August 2, 2022.
PETS IN PEACE. Adopt or Shop A Pet: The Pros and Cons
Available at: <https://www.petsinpeace.com.au/adopt-or-shop-a-pet-the-pros-and-cons/> Accessed on
August 2, 2022.
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EMBRACE PET INSURANCE. Pet Guardianship vs. Ownership: Are you your pet’s owner… or
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guardian? Available at: <https://www.embracepetinsurance.com/waterbowl/article/pet-guardianship-
vs-ownership> Accessed on September 12, 2022.
PETS
Discussion forum
Do the activities attached to the discussion forum
about pets.
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next Thursday (September 22, 2022).
