The book is mostly used to entertain children with a story that takes them on a wild journey in the mind of a child who decides that he needs a pet. Unsure about the type or number of the pets, he considers an array of animals that are humorous, scary, exotic, wild and sometimes realistic. It is a book that is meant to be enjoyed by both child and parent alike and can be held onto by the child as he/she grows and continues to build a desire to read more.