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pets, on the ground near the coast. There

was much excitement all around. Each dais a raised platform, often at the
participating pet had to be presented by front of a hall or in a ground

its owner and the special skills as well as leash a long piece of leather used
achievements were to be highlighted in for holding and controlling a dog

the presence of a panel of judges. hurdles barriers to be jumped over
in a race
On a dais, decorated with flowers, the awe wonder

judges were seated and the loudspeakers gorgeous beautiful, very attractive
blared the announcements. There were

food stalls on one side and some pet shops on the other side.

Manohar held the leash of his pet dog. “We are ready. Look at my pet,

Tiger. He’s brave and seems so happy to be here.” His friend, Soni, smiled
as she carried her pet cat in her arms. “My pet, Kitty, is also glad to be

here. Every now and then she mews to express that.” They slowly made
their way towards the stage.

“All the participants are requested to move
closer to the stage. The names of the pets
will be announced one by one. Now, each

pet owner along with the pet, will step

forward, and the skills may be demonstrated
on the low platform in front of the stage,
in the marked area here, or on the stage.

A brief introduction can also be given by

the owner. Now, let’s watch the show. All
are requested to be seated.”

Suresh was the first one to come forward. He began, “This is my pony,
Rainbow. He can jump over six hurdles in one go. He is very active and
fit.” Rainbow jumped over all the hurdles, each kept at a distance of

about ten metres. People clapped and cheered as music played on. They

looked on in awe!

Next, Meetu came to the platform once her pet Mithu’s name was announced.
Her pet parrot looked gorgeous. “This is Mithu. One day, I saw an injured

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