Normally, in the normal world, the choice to adopt a pet comes down to traditional pet selection. Dogs, hamsters, birds, cats, kittens, and puppies were the normal choice. In the new era of online gaming, an exceptionally popular method is to adopt virtual pets through online websites.
What is the advantage of having a virtual pet instead of a normal pet? Well, for one thing, you’re not restricted in choosing from any of the normal selection of pet breeds. There are many websites that offer the option to choose between mythical creatures as virtual dragon pets or other fantasy creatures!
Virtual pets require very little care compared to a normal pet, which explains why the popularity of websites offering them has grown so rapidly. The option to adopt magical or fantasy creatures, such as virtual dragons, is something very attractive that regular pets can’t compete with. Real live versions are daily tasks that require constant attention and care, while virtual editions are relatively straightforward. An added bonus is that if your child gets tired of a virtual pet, he’s not very interested in anything.
This sounds like a good idea, but how do you go about getting your own virtual pet? There are plenty of options to choose from if you just google around. You’ll usually find a website where you sign up for a free user account and choose from a selection of pets. There are many different websites that cater to different tastes and preferences. There are WooPets, NeoPets, Hawrse to name a few. The quality often varies from website to website, but most of these websites are run by successful online corporations.
In DragCave, for example, you choose from a series of abandoned dragon eggs and must nurse your virtual dragon pet until it hatches. They also allow you to breed more virtual dragon pets through a breeding feature. This is a very interesting element since you can trace the entire lineage of your virtual dragon pet from the very beginning.
Another VirtualPups website allows you to breed, train and compete with your very own pup that you take care of. The options are quite extensive depending on the type of pet you are interested in.
If you allow your children to access these websites, it is strongly recommended that they do not fill out any personal information or use any in-game chat features to ensure a safe and fun gaming experience. Check for COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) compliance of any virtual pet website your child visits.
Now the next time your child asks to visit a pet store and you’re not interested in investing in a real pet, why not try adopting a virtual pet first?
