Questions for Discussion--Animals

1. Do you like animals? Did you have a pet in your country? If so, what kind did you have? Do you have a pet now?


2. Did you ever live on or near a farm? Did you ever ride a horse?


3. Do you think Americans treat pets the same way they are treated in your country? What is the same or different?


4. Some people think pigeons are a public nuisance and health hazard. Other people like to feed them and enjoy seeing wildlife in the city. What do you think?


5. There are also raccoons that live in the city, a flock of wild parrots, and even an occasional coyote. What is your opinion about wild animals in the city? Did you ever feed the ducks in Golden Gate Park?


6. There are also feral cats in different parts of San Francisco. Feral cats are cats that used to be someone's pet, but have become wild after living on their own. Some people feed the feral cats by leaving food out. Other people think that feral cats are killing song birds. What do you think?


7. Did you ever go fishing in San Francisco? Did you go fishing in your country?


8. Do you like to visit zoos? Have you ever been to the San Francisco Zoo? What kinds of animals do you like to watch? Do you think zoos help endangered animals?