Read the following passage and mark the letter A,B,C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30. People who own dogs consider them as members of the family.Dogs are known for their loyalty and strong (26)_________ of alertness. Besides the police, many hospitals and homes also use dogs in their treatment programmes and have been successful in their implementation. Children recover from illnesses faster and elderly people feel (27)_________ depressed or helpness after playing with dogs. Dogs are also very much needed by the blind. However, owning a dog is no easy task. It needs your constant (28)_________ and affection. Besides feeding and bathing, a dog needs daily exercises and playtime too. It also needs to go for (29)________ check-ups at the animal clinic. For young dogs, you need to put in time for training. Before buying a dog, you need to sit down and ask yourself some questions. Do you have enough room and time for it? What is the main reason for buying a dog? When you travel, who will care for it (30)________ your absence? Owning a dog is a long-term commitment. 26. A.look. B. image. C. sense. D. point 27. A.less. B. more. C. fewer. D. smaller 28. A.caution. B. imagination. C. decision. D. attention 29. A.different. B. regular. C. urgent. D. occasional 30. A.about. B. within. C. among. D. during