In fact, Kendra didn't really want to go, but she knew her parents would love for her to.

She finally gave in. "Fine." She said to Emmeline Boardman, Kendra's mother, who was looking very pleased with herself. "Only if I get a pet- Whichever one I choose." 

Emmeline paused for a moment, to think, but with a warm smile on her face, Kendra had her answer. 

She was going to Hogwarts, with a new pet.