Looking for a pet that you don’t have to spend any money on? A pet that you can keep in really small spaces? A pet that can look like any creature that you can imagine? What about a pony or a pet that your parents would never let you have? All this is possible with animated cyber pets! An Animated cyber pet, desktop pet or virtual pet is a bit like the Tamagotchi of old. They are virtual pets that you access on your computer. They are designed to be looked after by you as you would a real pet. These animated pets interact with you as a real pet would. You can teach them tricks, feed them their favorite food, wash and brush them and play with them.

Cyber pets are an excellent way to find out if you and your family are ready for a real pet. Or a great option for those who live in a building that doesn’t allow pets. A cyber pet offers all the features of having a real pet without the added risk of having an actual life form to take care of.

How do I find an animated virtual pet you ask? It is simple there are many sites on the internet that offer free access to a wide variety of virtual pets. Simply search cyber pets. Neopets is a popular site for cyber pets. Here you can select a wide variety of pets as well as create any creature you want. This site also offers games and puzzles you can play with your virtual pet. You earn neopoints that allow you to be able to buy things for you new cyber pet! The RSPCA even has a site to allow you to practice you pet care skills. The virtual pets live on you desktop and require daily care just as a real pet would. This is an excellent first step if you are looking into getting your very first pet or a pet that requires unusual pet care skills. Widgetbox is a virtual pet site that allows you to create pets for your internet page or blog. Here is an example of a Widget! He is so cute!

Well that is how easy it is. So if you think your ready for a cyber pet go for it and have fun!