Pets' Day Out

The boys' kindergarten organised a "Pets' Day Out" last Friday. Their theme for the week was animals so they ended the week with a talk by a veterinarian on caring for pets as well as an 'exhibition' by asking the children to bring in their pets.

They limited it to small animals and those that can be kept safely in cages. Of course, Abang asked if he can bring Harun to school!

We were more than happy to support the kindergarten's initiative so early Friday morning we got Harun and tried to get him into the carrier. He was adamant about not going in. Thomas was milling about nearby wondering what was going on. So, on to Plan B: let's send Thomas to school instead. Daddy scooped up Thomas and just had to guide him into the carrier. No problem.

When we got to the kindergarten, there were already many pets there - hamsters, fish, turtles and a bird. The younger children were so excited! In fact, the teachers had a tough time getting the children inside because they kept wanting to see the animals. Thomas was the only cat at school that day.

The vet was from the SPCA who also distributed little wristbands with phrases like "Be Kind to Animals" and "Stop Animal Abuse".

We think it's great that the kindergarten organises talks like these and not just focus on academics.