As noted elsewhere, there are several Phoenix in the area which you can charm as your pet. There's one where you start, and several more on the way back to Kaineng (map).
I've compiled these screenies so you guys know what you're in for.
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Assassin
Elementalist
Mesmer
Monk
Necromancer
Ranger
Ritualist
Warrior
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+5 Energy Weapons
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Mesmer 15k Armor
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Necromancer 15k Armor (thanks Sphinx2k)
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Monk 15k Armor (thanks gamemagus)