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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Dog Vocabulary In English is a guided community & services lesson for English learners who want to understand and use language in this real-life situation. The short description introduces the lesson; this expanded guide draws its details from the transcript and its phrase notes, so it focuses on what this particular video actually covers rather than a generic channel overview.

What the lesson covers

The lesson moves through Introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment; Taking a puppy to the pet store and grooming salon; Choosing bowls, leashes, collars, and harnesses; Talking about dog treats, chewing, and cleaning up; Choosing toys and discussing flea and tick products; Cleaning up after a dog and comparing food options; Learning puppy vocabulary and simple commands; and further related moments. Following that sequence helps learners connect each expression to what the speakers are doing, asking, or responding to, instead of memorizing vocabulary as a disconnected list. Listen for how the meaning changes with the situation and how the speaker's wording keeps the exchange moving.

Language to take away

take care of — Look after someone or something and meet their needs. Everyday and neutral.Use it when: Talk about the responsibilities of owning or looking after a pet.When it 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 — Going to a service without arranging a time in advance. Neutral; often used to ask about walk-in availability.Use it when: Check whether a business accepts customers who arrive without booking.When it 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 — Arrange a specific time to receive a service or meet someone. Standard and polite in phone calls and customer service.Use it when: Book grooming, medical, or other scheduled services.When it 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.”

A way to use this lesson

Notice one useful detail about introducing pet ownership and booking a grooming appointment. Replay the relevant moment, then adapt the language to a real conversation you expect to have. Keep the original situation in mind: the goal is not simply to repeat a sentence, but to choose wording that suits the people, purpose, and tone of the exchange.

Ariannita la GringaAmerican English25:36

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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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Dog Vocabulary In English

What the lesson covers

Language to take away

A way to use this lesson

Transcript

All phrases at a glance

take care of

without making an appointment

make an appointment

grooming salon

I’d like to make an appointment

on time for his appointment

dropped off my puppy

treated for fleas or ticks

attach the leash to a dog collar

protect your dog’s paws

reward for your dog

chew things

an odor eliminator

a stain and odor eliminator

treat fleas or ticks

clean up dog poop

kibble

train your dog to use the bathroom

adopted a puppy

teach your pet commands

take him to the vet

picking up my puppy

What is your dog’s breed?

wagging his tail

petting my puppy

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