A is for (whoever gets Z starts the next theme)

[twyngwyn]

Grows on a tree

A is for Almond

[mytreechange]

U is for Unusually large dog

[nicnacs_4u]

V is for a viper

[mytreechange]

X is for Xmas beetle (a rather short-lived pet)

[countessalmirena]

W is for wolfhound

(He was missing as Xmas beetle sneaked in.)

[nicnacs_4u]

x?

Y is for young puppy

[mytreechange]

Z is for Zebra Finch

next theme:  Ways to solve a problem

A is for Ask for help

[countessalmirena]

B is to have a BRAINWAVE

[twyngwyn]

C is for Consider alternatives

[countessalmirena]

D is for deep-dive into the problem’s history

[nicnacs_4u]

E is for eat more