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Dog Vocabulary In English

Ariannita takes her puppy to a pet store and grooming appointment, using practical English for booking services, choosing pet supplies, describing animal care, and talking about a dog’s breed and behavior. The lesson includes common American pet vocabulary and questions learners might use with store or veterinary staff. Product examples are for language learning; follow current product labels and veterinary advice for pet care.

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Ariannita visits a pet store and later spends time with her dog to teach vocabulary about dogs, pet supplies, and animal features. The store tour introduces “puppy,” “leash,” “collar,” “harness,” “crate,” “dog tag,” “toy,” “treat,” and “pooper scooper.” She compares product types and describes where items are located in the store. At home, she names a dog’s paw, face, ears, nose, and whiskers, and uses simple language to describe appearance and behavior.

The lesson also models everyday questions and descriptions: asking what an item is called, explaining what a leash or tag is for, and describing a pet’s breed or body parts. It includes examples of food options, grooming products, and pet-store services. Those are vocabulary examples, not veterinary, nutrition, or animal-training advice. The presenter mentions a past vet visit and a rabies vaccination; decisions about vaccines, flea and tick products, food, or medical care should be discussed with a veterinarian who knows the animal and local requirements.

The video includes a pet adoption area and encourages viewers to think about adopting animals. Adoption policies, costs, animal welfare practices, and available services differ among organizations and locations. The lesson does not establish current details about a particular shelter or store. Learners can use neutral language to ask an employee where a product is, describe what a pet needs, or explain that they are only browsing.

For practice, learners can describe a fictional pet, name two supplies, and explain where they would look for them in a store. A partner can ask “What does your dog like?” or “Where is the leash?” Learners who do not have pets can describe an animal they know or choose an imaginary one. The aim is practical vocabulary and respectful conversation, without implying that every learner owns a pet or that one product is right for every animal.

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Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment

Hey guys! It's Ariannita la Gringa and welcome back to my YouTube channel. In today's video, I will teach all of you dog vocabulary because we are going to the pet store. But first off, what is a pet? A pet is an animal kept for companionship. That is my pet. He is a puppy. Pets can come in various shapes and sizes so you can have a dog as a pet, a cat as a pet, or even a reptile. And I am the owner of my pet puppy Ozuna

Try it: Notice one useful detail about introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment.

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take care of

Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment · phrasal verb

Look after someone or something and meet their needs.

Tone and use: Everyday and neutral. Talk about the responsibilities of owning or looking after a pet.

May not fit: For professional service, specify the task, such as feed, groom, or supervise.

Example“Who will take care of the dog while you’re away?”

without making an appointment

Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment · expression

Going to a service without arranging a time in advance.

Tone and use: Neutral; often used to ask about walk-in availability. Check whether a business accepts customers who arrive without booking.

May not fit: Do not assume a walk-in can be seen immediately.

Example“Can I bring my dog in without making an appointment?”

make an appointment

Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment · expression

Arrange a specific time to receive a service or meet someone.

Tone and use: Standard and polite in phone calls and customer service. Book grooming, medical, or other scheduled services.

May not fit: Some businesses accept walk-ins, but check before relying on that.

Example“I’d like to make an appointment for a haircut.”

grooming salon

Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment · expression

A place where pets receive services such as bathing, brushing, or haircuts.

Tone and use: Common pet-service vocabulary. Book or ask about grooming services.

May not fit: The exact services and prices vary by provider.

Example“The grooming salon can trim her coat.”

I’d like to make an appointment

Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment · expression

A polite way to say you want to schedule a service or meeting.

Tone and use: Polite and natural on the phone or in person. Start a booking request with a business.

May not fit: Give the service and preferred time next so the other person can help.

Example“I’d like to make an appointment for my dog next week.”

on time for his appointment

Taking a puppy to the pet store and grooming salon · expression

Arriving at or before the scheduled time.

Tone and use: Neutral and common. Say that you arrived as scheduled.

May not fit: If you arrive late, explain briefly and ask whether the appointment can still be kept.

Example“We got here on time for his appointment.”

dropped off my puppy

Taking a puppy to the pet store and grooming salon · phrasal verb

Left a pet at a service location so staff could care for it while the owner was away.

Tone and use: Everyday service language. Talk about leaving a pet for grooming or daycare.

May not fit: Confirm the pickup time and any instructions before leaving.

Example“I dropped off my puppy before work and picked him up at noon.”

treated for fleas or ticks

Taking a puppy to the pet store and grooming salon · expression

Given a treatment intended to address fleas or ticks.

Tone and use: Common pet-care and intake-form wording. Answer a groomer or veterinarian’s question about recent treatment.

May not fit: Treatment choices and timing are health decisions; follow the product label and veterinary advice.

Example“The groomer asked whether the dog had been treated for fleas or ticks.”

attach the leash to a dog collar

Choosing bowls, leashes, collars, and harnesses · expression

Connect the leash to the ring or fastening on a dog’s collar.

Tone and use: Practical pet vocabulary. Describe how a standard leash is connected for a walk.

May not fit: Check that the equipment fits and is secured; product and training needs differ by dog.

Example“Attach the leash to the dog’s collar before opening the door.”

protect your dog’s paws

Choosing bowls, leashes, collars, and harnesses · expression

Help keep the dog’s feet safe from a condition or surface.

Tone and use: Neutral pet-care language. Talk about paw protection in cold or rough conditions.

May not fit: Products are not a substitute for checking for irritation or asking a vet when concerned.

Example“Boots can help protect your dog’s paws from hot pavement.”

reward for your dog

Choosing bowls, leashes, collars, and harnesses · expression

Something given to encourage or reinforce a behavior.

Tone and use: Neutral training language. Explain how a treat can reward a dog.

May not fit: Use treats appropriately for the pet and its dietary needs.

Example“A small treat can be a reward for your dog after training.”

chew things

Choosing bowls, leashes, collars, and harnesses · expression

Bite and work on objects with the teeth.

Tone and use: Everyday description of animal behavior. Talk about toys or items a dog likes to bite.

May not fit: Specify an appropriate chew toy rather than implying household objects are suitable.

Example“Puppies often chew things while they explore.”

an odor eliminator

Talking about dog treats, chewing, and cleaning up · expression

A product intended to reduce or remove unpleasant smells.

Tone and use: Retail and household vocabulary. Ask for a product that addresses a smell.

May not fit: Check product directions and suitability for the surface and pet.

Example“Do you have an odor eliminator for carpets?”

a stain and odor eliminator

Talking about dog treats, chewing, and cleaning up · expression

A cleaning product marketed for both visible stains and smells.

Tone and use: Common household product wording. Ask where to find a cleaner for a particular mess.

May not fit: Read the label and keep products away from pets unless labeled safe for the intended use.

Example“I need a stain and odor eliminator for the rug.”

treat fleas or ticks

Choosing toys and discussing flea and tick products · expression

Use a product or care approach intended to address fleas or ticks.

Tone and use: Pet-care vocabulary, often used in product descriptions. Ask a veterinarian what options are appropriate for a pet.

May not fit: Do not treat this language example as medical guidance; follow a veterinarian and the product label.

Example“Ask your vet before choosing how to treat fleas or ticks.”

clean up dog poop

Choosing toys and discussing flea and tick products · expression

Remove a dog’s waste from the ground or another surface.

Tone and use: Direct, everyday language; pet-waste cleanup is a shared-space responsibility. Talk about collecting and disposing of dog waste.

May not fit: Use local disposal rules and more polite wording in public notices.

Example“Please clean up dog poop in the yard.”

kibble

Cleaning up after a dog and comparing food options · expression

Dry pet food sold as small pieces; kibble is a common word for it.

Tone and use: Common pet-store vocabulary. Ask about or compare types of dog food.

May not fit: Food choice depends on the individual pet; check with a veterinarian if you need nutritional advice.

Example“Does your dog eat kibble or wet food?”

train your dog to use the bathroom

Cleaning up after a dog and comparing food options · expression

Teach a dog where and when to relieve itself.

Tone and use: Gentle, everyday phrasing; house-train or potty-train are also common. Discuss a puppy learning bathroom routines.

May not fit: Training approaches vary; do not treat this language lesson as behavior advice.

Example“We are trying to train our dog to use the bathroom outside.”

adopted a puppy

Cleaning up after a dog and comparing food options · expression

Taken a puppy into one’s care, commonly through a shelter or rescue organization.

Tone and use: Common and positive pet-ownership language. Tell someone that a puppy has joined your family.

May not fit: Adoption procedures and terms vary by organization and location.

Example“They adopted a puppy from the local shelter.”

teach your pet commands

Learning puppy vocabulary and simple commands · expression

Train an animal to respond to spoken or gestured instructions.

Tone and use: Neutral pet-training vocabulary. Talk about cues such as sit, stay, or come.

May not fit: Use consistent cues and seek qualified help if behavior is difficult.

Example“We are learning to teach our pet simple commands.”

take him to the vet

Adoption, vet visits, and picking up a pet · expression

Bring a male pet to a veterinarian for professional care or an appointment.

Tone and use: Common informal phrasing; vet is short for veterinarian. Talk about a pet’s checkup or health visit.

May not fit: For urgent concerns, contact a veterinary professional rather than relying on a language lesson.

Example“I need to take him to the vet for a checkup.”

picking up my puppy

Adoption, vet visits, and picking up a pet · phrasal verb

Collect your puppy from a place where it has been staying or receiving a service.

Tone and use: Everyday service and pet-care language. Describe collecting a pet after grooming or daycare.

May not fit: Clarify the place and time if making arrangements.

Example“I’ll pick up my puppy after work.”

What is your dog’s breed?

Adoption, vet visits, and picking up a pet · expression

Asks what type or recognized variety of dog someone has.

Tone and use: Natural and polite; breed is the usual word for dogs, not race. Ask about a dog’s breed when the owner is comfortable discussing it.

May not fit: Do not assume every dog has a known or specific breed; “Do you know what breed?” is softer.

Example“What is your dog’s breed? He has a lovely coat.”

wagging his tail

Describing a dog’s breed, body, and behavior · expression

Moving his tail from side to side, often as a visible behavior.

Tone and use: Neutral description; the movement alone does not always reveal how a dog feels. Describe what a dog’s tail is doing.

May not fit: Do not assume tail wagging always means friendliness; read the whole situation and ask the owner.

Example“The dog was wagging his tail as we approached.”

petting my puppy

Describing a dog’s breed, body, and behavior · expression

Gently stroking or touching a puppy affectionately.

Tone and use: Warm, everyday American English. Describe gently touching an animal with its owner’s permission.

May not fit: Ask the owner before approaching or touching an unfamiliar dog.

Example“She was petting her puppy while they waited.”

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