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Monday, February 21, 2011

What Makes Free Pet Games Online So Popular?

By Simon Smith


In the last couple years there has been an interest in free pet games online. In these games the player can make their own personal virtual pet and interact with it. They do not require any cleaning up after, but just like a normal pet can be played with, fed, petted and taught tricks. On some of these sites there is an entire world in which the player can interact with their pet. These suddenly popular games carry great appeal for many different individuals.

Little children will at some point want to have their own pet whether it's a puppy, kitten or a snake. The cuteness of young animals makes them especially appealing to children. What the parents realize, is that once they have bought that pet for their child they will be the one responsible for it's well being. Children want a pet to cuddle and play with they don't realize the amount of work that can be involved.

When faced with the prospect of becoming responsible for a puppy or kitten many parents are not terribly excited. They know that the child will enjoy playing with the animal and they will get all the associated responsibilities. When a child is told they cannot have a pet until they are older, or not at all they can be disappointed and continue to long for a pet anyways. When this disappointment is met with the prospect of a virtual pet it is somewhat elevated and the child will enjoy hours playing with a virtual pet.

Adults also find the idea of a cute puppy or kitten attractive. They may be visiting and interact with their friend's pet and be reminded of that desire. Some adults live alone or their children have all moved out and this may intensify the desire for a pet. Not all adults who want a pet are able to get one since many apartments will not allow pets. Some people who have ailments or disabilities are unable to care for a pet.

A virtual pet may be just the solution for many adults who for various reasons are unable to keep a pet. As the internet is relatively private they need not be concerned about receiving any disapproval over participating in what may be considered a child's game by some.

The wide selection of types of pets available on these sites appeals to both adults and children. They can have any pet from a kitten to a monkey or even something purely imaginary. The player can also vary the dress and surroundings of their pets. Also these sites have activities that the player can participate in with their pet.

An added bonus on these sites is the social aspect. Some sites will include a chat feature or an internal email. This allows the players to compare their pets amongst their friends and gives them a chance to make online friends.

These free pet games online have many attractions to a wide group of people. There is an appeal to having an online pet when a person might not be able to have a real pet. The opportunity for socializing and the wide choice pets and activities make it even more interesting. All these are reasons that they are widely enjoyed.




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