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In what ways did the bear become the lady’s pet animals?

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In what ways did the bear become the lady’s pet animals?

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The lady gave milk to the half-dead bear and brought him up. The bear was friendly towards the dogs, children, and other cattle grazing in the field. In this way, he became the lady’s pet animal.

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