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Animals - Pets (Identifying)
People keep lots of different animals as pets - even rats!

Animals - Pets (Identifying)

Can you spot different pets? Learn to recognise cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs and more by their shapes, sounds and special features.

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Fascinating Fact:

Guinea pig. Small, round body, short legs, squeaky sounds. Loves hay and veggie snacks.

In KS1 Science, children learn to identify pets by looking carefully at size, body shape, fur, ears, tails and sounds. Noticing these clues helps them name animals correctly and talk about caring for them.

  • Pet: An animal that lives with people and is cared for at home.
  • Features: The parts of an animal, like its fur, ears, tail or whiskers, that help us recognise it.
  • Rodent: A small mammal with sharp front teeth, such as a guinea pig or hamster.
How can KS1 children tell different pets apart?

Children can look at size, fur length, ear shape, tail shape and sounds. For example, a rabbit has long ears, while a cat has pointed ears and whiskers.

Which animals are common pets for children to learn about?

Common pets include cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish and some birds. KS1 lessons help children name them and understand they all need kind, careful care.

Why is it important to recognise different types of pets?

Recognising pets helps children stay safe, show respect and give the right care. It also builds speaking, listening and science skills when they describe animals accurately.

1 .
Jo’s grandma has a pet dog. Jo says, ‘Her dog is grandma’s best _____.’
Neighbour
Cousin
Friend
Daughter
Pets are often called ‘best friends’. Who is your best friend?
2 .
What do most cats like to drink?
Lemonade
Tea
Coffee
Milk
How do cats drink?
3 .
Tanya has a pet rabbit. It lives outside in a _____.
Pond
Basket
Bowl
Hutch
What is Tanya doing?
4 .
Which of these pets can climb trees?
Dog
Cat
Rabbit
Horse
If a dog is about, a cat will often climb a tree to get out of the way!
5 .
Anna keeps fish as pets. Where do the fish live?
In a cup
In a tank
In a river
In the sea
Some people keep fish in ponds in their gardens
6 .
Jack is going to take his dog for a walk. What does he need?
A basket
A lead
An umbrella
A tin of dog food
Have you ever taken a dog for a walk?
7 .
It is Christmas. Alice has been given a puppy as a present. Alice’s Dad says,
‘Now, you will have to _____  _____  _____.’
Give it back
Give it away
Look at it
Look after it
Alice must look after her new pet
8 .
Hamsters are often kept in cages. Why is there a wheel in the hamster’s cage?
So the hamster can get plenty of exercise
So the hamster can get plenty of fresh air
So the hamster has plenty of food
So the hamster has plenty of clean water
The hamster needs all these things. But it runs in the wheel. It is for exercise
9 .
Not all pets live in houses. Where does a horse live?
In a hutch
In a greenhouse
In a stable
In a shop
What is a small horse called? - A pony
10 .
Sasha has a pet dog. Sasha buys the dog a toy bone. The toy bone is made of rubber. What does the dog do with the toy bone?
Eats it
Chews it
Puts it in the bin
Wraps it up
Chewing is good for dogs. It keeps their teeth strong and clean
Author:  David Bland (Former Physics Teacher, KS1 Science & Geography Quiz Writer)

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