What's the first animal you can remember holding or touching as a child?

A natural way to answer

The first animal I remember touching was a small kitten that belonged to our neighbours. I was about five, and I remember being told to be gentle with it.

Key phrases to use

• reach out — stretch your arm and hand towards something to touch or take it“She reached out and stroked the dog's head.”
• fit in the palm of my hand — be small enough to sit inside your open hand“The puppy was so tiny it fit in the palm of my hand.”