Imagine your character has / had a pet. What pet would that be? Tell us the origin story of how that pet came to be with them. Use the pet to explore
- Your character’s emotions
- Their attitude to life
- What kind of life choices have they made?
- Is the pet’s way of life and attributes similar or in contrast with your character?
Can you use your real-life experiences in bringing this pet and its owner to life. Whether you have a pet Or you never had one
Juxtapose the pet with the setting of the story or the character’s place of living.
- Is the pet too big or too small?
- Is the pet suitable for the climate and habitat?
- Is the pet suitable for the character’s social status?