Pet Care Vocabulary

noun the act of washing oneself or another person in a body of water

verb to wash oneself or another person in a body of water

• Bathing is an essential daily hygiene practice to maintain cleanliness and good health.
• I love taking long baths, it's so relaxing.
• I'm just gonna hop in the shower real quick, need to do some bathing.
• The warm sunlight bathed the entire garden in a golden glow.

noun a small baked unleavened bread typically made of flour, fat, and milk

adjective describing word for 'biscuit' such as 'crispy' or 'delicious'

• The tea party served an assortment of biscuits to the guests.
• I love dunking biscuits in my coffee.
• Let's grab some biscuits and gravy for breakfast.
• His plan was as flaky as a biscuit.

noun a feeling of concern or interest towards someone or something

verb to feel concern or interest towards someone or something; to look after or provide for someone or something

• It is important to provide proper care for the elderly in nursing homes.
• Do you think you can care for my plants while I'm on vacation?
• I'll take care of the dishes, no worries.
• He didn't seem to care for her attitude during the meeting.

noun a small metal plate or tag worn on a dog's collar, typically bearing the dog's name and the owner's contact information

• The soldier wore his dog tag around his neck at all times.
• Hey, make sure you remember to grab your dog tag before we head out.
• I love my new dog tag bling, it's so cool.
• Her dog tag symbolized her commitment to the cause.

noun A domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking, howling, or whining voice.

• The dog is a loyal and faithful companion to many people.
• I love taking my dog for walks in the park.
• That dog is one cool pup!
• His determination to succeed is like a dog with a bone.

verb to be extremely and uncritically fond of

• The grandmother would dote on her grandchildren, showering them with love and attention.
• My mom tends to dote on our family dog, buying him all sorts of treats and toys.
• She's always doting on her boyfriend, it's kind of annoying.
• The artist would dote on every detail of his masterpiece, ensuring it was perfect in every way.

noun a word or phrase expressing love or affection

adjective used to describe something that is meant to express love or affection

• The politician used the endearment 'my fellow citizens' in his speech to connect with the audience.
• She always calls her best friend 'sweetie' as a term of endearment.
• I love it when my grandma calls me 'pumpkin' as a cute endearment.
• The old man's wrinkled face held a certain endearment that made everyone feel warm and welcome.

noun a slang term used to describe a dirty or unkempt person or place

• The flea-infested dog was referred to as a 'fleabag' by the veterinarian.
• I can't believe you're staying at that old fleabag motel!
• That place is a total fleabag, I wouldn't go near it.
• Her messy room looked like a fleabag after not being cleaned for weeks.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The veterinarian confirmed that there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that a gay dog is any different from a straight dog.
• I heard that my neighbor's dog is a gay dog, but I'm not sure if that's even possible.
• Some people believe that a male dog who humps other male dogs is a gay dog, but it's just a misconception.
• In the world of dog shows, having a gay dog can actually be an advantage as they tend to be more affectionate and easier to train.

noun a small domesticated rodent often kept as a pet, typically having a white, tan, and black coat

• The researchers used a guinea pig for their experiment on the effects of the new drug.
• I volunteered to be the guinea pig for testing out the new video game before it's released.
• I feel like I'm always the guinea pig in this group, trying out new restaurants and activities first.
• She felt like a guinea pig in the office, always being asked to test out new procedures and systems.

verb a verb that describes the action of being exhausted or tired

• After a long day of hiking, I was completely pooped and ready for a good night's rest.
• I can't hang out tonight, I'm too pooped from work.
• I feel so pooped, I just want to crash on the couch and watch TV.
• Her enthusiasm for the project has pooped out after facing numerous setbacks.

adjective describing a strong, unpleasant odor

• The smelly odor coming from the dumpster was overpowering.
• Ew, what's that smelly smell?
• That cheese is so smelly, it's like feet!
• His smelly attitude towards teamwork is hindering our progress.

noun a term of endearment used to refer to a loved one or someone who is sweet or kind

• The teacher addressed the young students as 'sweetie' to create a warm and friendly atmosphere in the classroom.
• Hey sweetie, do you want to grab some ice cream later?
• What's up, sweetie? You lookin' fine today!
• Her voice was as sweet as honey, making everyone feel like they were her sweetie.

noun a responsibility or duty to ensure the well-being of someone or something

verb to look after or protect someone or something

• It is important to take care of your health by eating nutritious food and exercising regularly.
• Make sure to take care of your plants by watering them regularly.
• Don't worry, I'll take care of that for you.
• As a manager, it is your responsibility to take care of your team and ensure their well-being.

noun the act of staying in someone's house while they are away, typically to take care of the house and pets

• I will be housesitting for my neighbor while they are on vacation.
• I'm housesitting for my friend this weekend, so I can't go out.
• I scored a sweet gig housesitting for this rich family next month.
• Taking care of my friend's dog is like housesitting for a furry little houseguest.

noun A slang term for a bird, often used in a playful or endearing manner

• The ornithologist observed the birb species in their natural habitat.
• I saw a cute birb outside my window this morning.
• That birb has some serious attitude!
• Her singing voice was as beautiful as a birb's melody.

noun a disreputable or low-class establishment, especially one associated with drinking or gambling

• The local authorities shut down the illegal doggery for not meeting health and safety standards.
• I heard there's a new doggery opening up down the street where you can adopt puppies.
• Let's swing by the doggery and pick up some treats for our furry friends.
• The crowded bar felt like a doggery with everyone packed in like sardines.

noun pet room - a designated space or area for pets to stay or sleep

• The hotel we stayed at had a designated pet room for guests traveling with their furry companions.
• I'm so glad our Airbnb has a pet room so we can bring our dog on vacation.
• I heard this new apartment complex has a sick pet room for all the animal lovers.
• In her mind, the library was her pet room where she could escape reality and get lost in books.

noun a place where animals such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, etc. are kept and sold as pets

• I need to stop by the pet store to pick up some supplies for my cat.
• I'm gonna swing by the pet store to grab some stuff for my dog.
• I'll hit up the pet store for some goodies for my pets.
• Visiting the pet store is like a trip to paradise for animal lovers.

noun a small fish is a noun phrase that refers to a type of animal that lives in water

• The small fish in the pond were easily startled by any movement.
• I saw a bunch of small fish swimming near the shore.
• Those small fish are so cute, I could watch them all day.
• In the competitive world of business, it's important to remember not to be just a small fish in a big pond.

verb An action word that indicates the act of walking a dog for exercise or enjoyment.

• I must take my dog out for a walk, it's time to go walkies.
• Hey, wanna go walkies with me and my pup?
• Let's grab the leash and go walkies around the block.
• After a long day at work, I like to go walkies to clear my mind.

noun a term used specifically for a group of cats

• A clowder of cats gathered around the food bowl.
• Look at that clowder of cats hanging out by the fence.
• I saw a huge clowder of cats chilling on the sidewalk.
• The clowder of thoughts in her mind made it hard to focus.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb by providing more information about the manner, place, time, degree, or frequency of an action

• She looked at him adoringly as he played the piano.
• I watched adoringly as my dog chased after the ball.
• The crowd cheered adoringly for their favorite singer.
• The artist painted the portrait adoringly, capturing every detail with love and care.