Little ones can become a veterinarian and care for virtual pet patients
Little ones can become a veterinarian and care for virtual pet patients
Vote: (3 votes)
Program license: Paid
Developer: Toca Boca AB
Version: 2.2-play
Works under: Android
Vote:
Program license
(3 votes)
Paid
Developer
Version
Toca Boca AB
2.2-play
Works under:
Android
Pros
- Colorful, engaging graphics
- Teaches basics of pet care
- Promotes problem-solving skills
- Offers variety in mini-games
Cons
- No progress saving feature
- Limited interaction with animals
- May not appeal to older children
Toca Pet Doctor is a vibrant and interactive game that introduces young children to the concept of pet care.
Nurturing a Love for Animals
Toca Pet Doctor is set in a vibrant veterinary clinic where a myriad of animals await your child's care. Each animal exhibits unique, child-friendly ailments or injuries, ranging from a bird with gum stuck to its foot, a frog with chicken pox, to a worm with a knotted tail. The game's creators have wisely circumvented any serious or potentially traumatic illnesses, ensuring a light-hearted and enjoyable experience.
Creative Healing Process
Each ailment in Toca Pet Doctor demands a unique solution, with treatments taking the form of fun mini games. These games are intuitive, but encourage children to consider the necessary steps to resolve the issue. Children learn to use the touchscreen and interact with various tools to restore the animal's health. This process not only develops problem-solving skills but also introduces them to the basics of animal care.
Nurturing and Feeding
Once an animal is healed, it's feeding time. The food, which matches the diet of the animal in real life, is dragged into the animal's mouth. While entertaining, this feature also subtly educates children about the different dietary needs of various animals. After eating, the animal falls asleep, but can be woken up for another meal. More interactions with the animals beyond feeding would have added to the game's appeal. Unlike other virtual pet games, Toca Pet Doctor does not offer options to dress up, pet, or interact with the animals in additional ways.
Endless Pet Care
Toca Pet Doctor does not provide a 'save' feature. Upon exiting and re-entering the game, all the animals are ill again, requiring repeated treatments. This design may seem repetitive, but it caters to children's love for repetition and offers the continuous challenge of healing the animals.
Vibrant and Engaging Design
Like other Toca Boca games, Toca Pet Doctor is filled with bright, bold colors. The cartoon animals are beautifully illustrated, each with unique character designs that give them individual personalities. These playful visuals are further enhanced by amusing sound effects that accompany each treatment.
Perfect for Young Children
Toca Pet Doctor is an excellent choice for children aged 2-6 years. It not only entertains but also educates about animal care. The game's appeal may lessen for older children, who may find it lacking in complexity.
Pros
- Colorful, engaging graphics
- Teaches basics of pet care
- Promotes problem-solving skills
- Offers variety in mini-games
Cons
- No progress saving feature
- Limited interaction with animals
- May not appeal to older children
