- One popular virtual veterinary game is called "Paws & Claws Pet Vet Game", which gives children the chance to run their very own vet clinic. This clinic is designed to care for dogs, cats, horses, rabbits and birds. As the head vet, girls can nurture animals back to health by lovingly interacting with them and treating their ailments. There is a free version of this game available for download and can be upgraded for around $24. Check out the link below to try out this game.
- It's never too early for a young girl to practice her vet skills...as long as she's not practicing any procedures on real animals. A great alternative is to play a game that involves making animal patients out of clay. Once an animal, such as a dog or horse, is made out of clay, girls can take body measurements, clean and bandage wounds, and examine the nose, mouth and ears. The Parenting Science link below provides more details for this fun, hands-on vet game. Note: The activity at this site says its for preschool-aged children, but it can easily be adapted for any age.
- Webkinz is a very popular website with girls ages 6 through 13. To begin, a variety of plush animals ranging from an arctic fox to a bottlenose dolphin can be purchased in stores or online. Each animal comes with an online code, which basically brings the animal to life by unleashing all sorts of online games and activities. Girls can feed their Webkinz pets, personalize their living space, and care for them when they get sick. Webkinz is the ultimate virtual pet website for young girls who want to have fun and learn about caring for an animal. Check out the link below to learn more about Webkinz.
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