Lost Dog Alert!
Subject: Urgent: Missing Dog - Please Help!
Dear Neighbors,
I'm writing to you today with a heavy heart. My dog, Gus, has gone missing, and I'm asking for your help in bringing him home.
Gus is a medium-sized golden retriever mix with a distinctive white patch on his chest. He was last seen around 4 PM yesterday near the community park, where we often go for walks. He was wearing a blue collar with a tag that has my phone number on it. However, the clasp isn't very tight, and the collar may have come off.
Gus isn't just a pet; he's a member of our family. He's been with us for eight years, and his absence has left a huge hole in our lives. My younger brother, especially, is heartbroken. Gus is his best friend and constant companion.
He's usually very friendly and approachable, but he might be a bit scared if he's lost. If you see him, please try to keep him in sight and call me immediately at 555-1212. Even if you just think you might have seen him, any information would be greatly appreciated.
- Distinctive:
- Easy to recognize because it is special or different.
- Approachable:
- Friendly and easy to talk to.
- Urgent:
- Something that needs to be done quickly.
- clasp:
- A small fastener or device used to hold two parts or things together.
- absence:
- The condition of being away or missing from a place or situation.
- companion:
- A friend or animal that keeps someone company and spends time with them.
- appreciated:
- Felt thankful or grateful for something.
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“Lost Dog Alert!” is a letter / email reading passage about Lost Pets, written for Middle School. It takes about 2 minutes to read (257 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.