Types of Pets in China: How to Talk About Dogs and Cats

Thursday, October 24, 2024

In China, dogs and cats are some of the most popular pets. Learning how to talk about these beloved animals in Chinese will not only help you describe your own pets but also engage in conversations about others' furry companions.

Scene 1: Asking About Pets

Do you have a pet?
你有宠物吗？
Nǐ yǒu chǒngwù ma?

Yes, I have a dog.
是的，我有一只狗。
Shì de, wǒ yǒu yī zhī gǒu.

What kind of dog do you have?
你养的是什么品种的狗？
Nǐ yǎng de shì shénme pǐnzhǒng de gǒu?

I have a Shiba Inu.
我养的是一只柴犬。
Wǒ yǎng de shì yī zhī cháiquǎn.

Scene 2: Describing Your Cat

My cat is very playful.
我的猫很爱玩。
Wǒ de māo hěn ài wán.

What breed is your cat?
你的猫是什么品种？
Nǐ de māo shì shénme pǐnzhǒng?

It’s a British Shorthair.
它是一只英国短毛猫。
Tā shì yī zhī Yīngguó duǎnmáo māo.

How old is your cat?
你的猫几岁了？
Nǐ de māo jǐ suì le?

It’s three years old.
它三岁了。
Tā sān suì le.

Scene 3: Talking About Pet Care

How often do you walk your dog?
你多久遛一次狗？
Nǐ duōjiǔ liù yīcì gǒu?

I walk my dog twice a day.
我一天遛两次狗。
Wǒ yī tiān liù liǎng cì gǒu.

What does your cat eat?
你的猫吃什么？
Nǐ de māo chī shénme?

It eats cat food and some snacks.
它吃猫粮和一些零食。
Tā chī māo liáng hé yīxiē língshí.

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