Hobbies And Interests
Cats/Dogs Online Games
Players race to groom dogs in "Sue's Dog Beauty Salon," accessible at TubeGame. As dogs pass by on the conveyor belt, players put them in the bath, blow dry and trim their hair, and put on the correct accessory. Players lose lives if they do not finish dogs in time, or if they put the wrong accessories on dogs. Cats and dogs receive spa-like treatment in "Pet-Grooming Studio," found at AmericanGirl. Players try to groom as many pets as possible in four minutes in "Time Mode," while choosing any pet they like and taking their time in "Free Mode." All staff members at the pet spa call in sick, leaving players on their own in "Pet Spa Challenge," found at Animal Planet. Players must perform tasks in the correct order, and drag tools over the entire cat or dog to complete actions. Treats boost unhappy pets' moods.
Multi-Pet Online Games
Birds, bunny rabbits, raccoons and other animals join cats and dogs at the spa in "Polly Pocket Pet Spa," accessible at Angie Games. Players first wash each pet, and then trim hair and brush hair. After dragging tools to the pet, players left-click and hold the mouse button down as they move up and down or left and right. Once the satisfaction meter fills, players move on to the next task. After completing all three tasks, players move on to the next pet. A lion oversees dog, panda and raccoon customers in "Spa of Fun," found at GirlsGoGames. Players serve drinks, fan customers and give them facials and massages. When fanning or giving facials or massages, players move the hands left and right or up and down until the satisfaction bar fills.
Computer/Video Games
Players keep an eye on resort expenses while catering to cats' and dogs' hospitality needs in GameMill Publishing's "Pet Luv: Spa and Resort Tycoon," available for Windows systems. Tasks at the pet resort include bathing, feeding, grooming and removing fleas. Players pamper very important pet (VIP) guests to earn extra money in Activision's "Puppy Luv: Spa and Resort " available for the Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance platforms. Great service ensures guests' happiness and higher tips. Players must earn enough cash to meet level goals and cover maintenance repairs. After successfully completing levels, players unlock more resorts.
Pretend Play
Pet spa toys give players an alternative to online games and video games. With items like Littlest Pet Shop's "Doggie Spa," players create their own pet-spa adventures. "Doggie Spa" folds up as a pet carrier, and includes mud mask and cucumber eye mask accessories, as well as a lounge chair. Other pet spa toys include Our Generation's "Puppy Set Mini Pet Spa" and various Polly Pocket pet spa playsets.