Animal magic National Pet Month took place from April 7 to May 7 so we thought we'd tell you a bit about our pets. Among the Northcott news crew we have lots of pets. Altogether we have: 13 fish, 8 dogs, 2 rabbits, 1 hamster, 1 guinea pig, 1 tortoise and 1 bearded dragon (a type of lizard!). These are pictures of some of our pets.

Pet care

If you have a pet it's very important to look after it properly. All pets, big and small, need food and water, the right housing and bedding, and toys. If you have a dog or cat, these are the things they need to make sure they are healthy and happy: A balanced diet. A constant supply of fresh, clean water. Not to be left alone for too long. To be taken to the vets if they are poorly. To be brushed regularly, especially if they have long hair. A garden or safe place to play. Somewhere warm and cosy to sleep. Also, all dogs need to be taken for regular walks and cats need a scratching post. If you want to find out more about looking after your pet, visit www.rspca.org.uk or www.pdsa.org.uk

Competition Winners In March, we asked you to send in your pictures of your mum or other female relative/carer. We got lots of great pictures. This is our winner and runner up. Both will get a prize

Winner Sam Holmes age 6

Runner-up Loca Ciuffetelli age 5

Pet art competition This month we want you to send in a drawing or painting of your pet. Just create your design on A4 paper and send it, with your name, address and age to 'Pet Art Competition', Hull Children's Fund, Municipal Buildings, Trippett Street, Hull HU2 8AA. Please send in your entries by Wednesday 23rd May, 2007. The winning entry will receive a prize.

Pet Word Search Why not have a go at our Word Search. Can you find the ten pets that have been hidden in the grid below?

dog cat hamster tortoise budgie rabbit parrot lizard goldfish guineapig