In The Sims 2, players create and control digital characters, and then guide them throughout every aspect of their lives, ranging from the outcomes of their relationships to the fulfillment of their destinies. Now, the addition of tailor-made pets to the Sims family is sure to enrich the daily scenarios you make up as you play along. In the world of Sims, you really can teach an old pet new tricks.
Choose from various dog and cat breeds, or customize their appearance to create your own one-of-a-kind breed. Unique to the Nintendo DS version, you can design a pet care center for your Sim to work in. There, he can greet the pet owners of Barkersville, and heal, bathe, play with and teach tricks to their precious pooches and feisty felines. As your Sim gets better at caring for pets, they can unlock special items, so make sure patients are treated well. Like real animals, Sims' pets require a lot of TLC. A neglected cat may claw at your Sim's couch if you're not careful, and leaving the dog to his own devices could mean disaster. Yet, it's the unexpected excitement that makes these pets so irresistible. Connect to other players' DS to trade items in your Sim's inventory, including your favorite pets, objects and Simoleans.