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Моя собака Шарик
My Dog Sharik
The narrator introduces Sharik, a beloved dog, describing his games, daily habits and their friendship.
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Это моя собака.
This is my dog.
Его зовут Шарик.
His name is Sharik.
Он маленький и белый.
He is small and white.
Шарик живёт у меня дома.
Sharik lives with me at home.
Он любит бегать и играть.
He likes to run and play.
У него есть красный мяч.
He has a red ball.
Шарик играет с мячом каждый день.
Sharik plays with his ball every day.
Он ест мясо и пьёт воду.
He eats meat and drinks water.
А вечером спит на диване.
And in the evening, he sleeps on the sofa.
Шарик очень добрый, весёлый и не кусается.
Sharik is very kind and cheerful, and he doesn't bite.
Я люблю Шарика, а он любит меня.
I love Sharik, and he loves me.
Мы хорошие друзья!
We are good friends!
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