Alsoはんりょどうぶつ
- companion animal; petsee also コンパニオンアニマル
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This term refers to animals that are kept for companionship and emotional support rather than for work or utility. It emphasizes the bond between humans and animals and is commonly used to describe pets like dogs and cats.
He has a dog as a companion animal.