family pet

noun

: a pet kept by a family

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Bringing a new animal home can be difficult for any family pet; however, with the right introduction, the two can have the most wonderful life together. Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025 Good Boy sees Leonberg direct his family pet through the performance of a lifetime, resulting in a frightening, innovative paranormal thriller. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025 And the family pet isn't just a companion; 97% of pet owners consider their pets to be part of their family, according to Forbes Advisor. Betty Lin-Fisher, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024 Each verse of the song then cuts to the couple holding a different family pet — as well as a new wardrobe change from Teigen with each successive shot. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 16 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for family pet

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“Family pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20pet. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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