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Pet Substitutes

From the Chia Pet to a handheld digital Tamagotchi, pet rocks to virtual pets, eHow offers expert How To information on a variety of pet substitutes. Not sure you can handle the responsibility of a living, breathing animal? Maybe practicing on a plant, rock or digital device before getting a dog or cat is the right idea. Allergic to everything with fur or feathers? Let eHow show you how online or virtual pets can enrich you life.

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  • How to Adopt a Virtual Pet

    Virtual pets exploded onto the scene in the mid 1990s with the introduction of Bandai's Tamagotchi keychain-sized virtual pet. Virtual pets now occupy many shapes and forms and have evolved into...

  • How to Grow Grass Pets

    Everyone knows how much fun Chia Pets can be, but they are also expensive. With this fun and easy project, you can grow your own grass pets and for a fraction of the cost. Have fun creating your...

  • Vaccines for an Adopted Pet

    Adopted pets require vaccines to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Get adopted pets vaccinated with tips from an animal rescue manager in this free pet adoption video.

  • Current & Adopted Pets

    Getting current and adopted pets to get along only requires introducing them with a long group walk. Introduce current and adopted pets with tips from an animal rescue manager in this free pet...

  • Adopting a Senior Dog

    Senior dogs make great adopted pets because of their companionship. Adopt a senior dog with tips from an animal rescue manager in this free pet adoption video.

  • How to Find Cute Vitrual Pets to Take Care Of

    Virtual pets to take care of can be a great alternative to real pets for someone who may not have the time to see to the needs of a cat or dog. They are cheaper to look after and create much less...

  • How to Make Your Own Virtual Pet

    If you would like to make your own virtual pet you’re not alone. Virtual pet adoption is developing into a trend, and isn’t only for children but pet loving adults too. Virtual pet sites offer...

  • Pet Loss Counseling for Kids: Remembering Your Pet

    After a pet's death, it's important to remember the loss. Get tips for helping your child remember family pets in this free video clip about coping with pet loss for children.

  • Pet Loss Counseling for Kids: Helping Dying Pets

    Is your family pet dying? Get tips for letting your kids help dying pets in this free video clip about coping with pet loss for children.

  • How to Choose the Perfect Tamagotchi

    A Tamagotchi are little digital pets that you can keep on your keychain. They need attention just like any other pet. Kids love Tamagotchis, so they make fine gifts for birthdays or for Christmas....

  • How to Introduce New Pets

    Introducing a new pet to existing pets takes some time and patience to do correctly. Bring the new pet in with a carrier until both animals are accustomed to each other. Slowly increase their time...

  • How to Hire a Pet Taxidermist

    Taxidermy is the art of preserving dead animals, such as fish, deer, antelope or wild birds. But some people want to preserve the remains of the family pet. Here's how to hire a pet taxidermist.

  • How to Give a Tamagotchi as a Gift

    Your kid has been nagging you for a pet, but the smells that are sure to follow are a real turn-off. Maybe you want a pet, but your lease doesn't allow them. Sounds like it's time for a Tamagotchi...

  • How to Buy a Chia Pet

    Chia pets are a great gift for birthdays, kids and even gag gifts. They are cheap with most stores selling them for less than $20. They can be grown indoors year round so you can buy these during...

  • How to Get a Virtual Pet Online

    Online virtual pets are a great way to build imagination, prepare for the responsibilities of a real pet or just have fun.

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