pet parent

noun

1. a person who looks after a pet animal

Usage

This term is considered by some people concerned with the rights of animals to be more acceptable than owner

Example Sentences

From strategic area rugs to the unconventional suggestion of a hairless cat, there’s a cleaning tip for every pet parent, even the black-clothing-loving ones.

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A standard pet insurance policy won’t cover many common vet expenses a new pet parent faces, such as spay or neuter surgery, vaccinations and annual checkups.

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She wrote an email to staff at the shelter, detailing why she would be the perfect pet parent for Patches.

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He thought a smaller surgical practice would be a successful alternative and designed one to maximize animal patient and pet parent comfort.

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“There are some people out here who can educate you about being a pet parent.”

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