TASK 2: Some people believe that all children should have a pet or an animal to look after. Other people disagree, however, saying that this depends on a child’s circumstances. Consider these opposing views, and give your own opinion.

Explanation of the Task

This is an Opinion>Discussion type Task. You should introduce the topic, discuss both sides of the argument, and give your opinion in the conclusion.

INTRO:

It is often said that children benefit from caring for domestic animals, especially in today’s technology-focused world. However, the issue is not entirely straightforward, and arguments can also be made against the idea. This essay will discuss the debate, and give a concluding view.

BODY PARAGRAPH 1

On the one hand, those who support the ownership of pets cite the various benefits that the activity can bring to a child. The reason for this is that it can provide many benefits ranging from understanding nutrition, to learning about biology and daily routines. For example, food selection and exercise activities contribute to this strand of development, which adds greatly to a child’s all-round education. If Children will not keep or pet animals, they may not get emotional support that children can receive from pets, meaning that the child may feel more secure and thus more confident.

BODY PARAGRAPH 2

By contrast/ On the other hand, opponents of this view point out that not all children live in a situation where pet keeping is advisable, or even possible. This is because many children live in unstable family environments, due to such issues as unemployment or political turbulence. For these families, pets would probably suffer neglect, meaning that it would be unfair to keep them, or possibly even dangerous. For instance, in less affluent countries, where the expense of maintaining a pet may be prohibitive. If interest young people lie elsewhere and they do not actually want to keep a pet to look after, animal ownership should not be encouraged among.

CONCLUSION

Overall, it seems advisable that the decision to keep a pet should be based on a child’s interest, ability and family circumstances, rather than on a general view that ‘all children’ should have animals. It would appear that this serves the interests of both the children and the pets involved.