Fill in the blank (_) in the following sentence from the following choices.
Sentence: Liam brought home a new bed for his pet dog. However he had to take it back because the _ was too small.

Choice 1: Liam brought home a new bed for his pet dog. However he had to take it back because the bed was too small.
Choice 2: Liam brought home a new bed for his pet dog. However he had to take it back because the pet was too small.
Which of the choices is correct? Respond with only "1" or "2" and no additional text.
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