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Animals as pets
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12/06/2005

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neuter
Definition
the surgical procedure performed on male animals to prevent reproduction by removal of the testicles
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Inherited defects
Definition
problems, ailments, or deformities that are passed onto offspring from parents or ancestors
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Fad
Definition
a passing craze; interest for a short time
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Euthenasia
Definition
to induce the death of an animal quickly and painlessly; putting it to sleep
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Allergy
Definition
a hypersensitivity to animal hair and dust
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Spayed
Definition
a female animal that has had her ovaries removed by surgical procedure to prevent her from reproducing
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Status animal
Definition
an animal regarded as a symbol of high social status
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Status symbol
Definition
something that would be an indication of a person's wealth, position, or importance
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Traits
Definition
characteristics or qualities of an animal that are usually inherited
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Vogue
Definition
something that is popular, fashionable, or in style at a given period
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