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Because what's another month without a new Sims game, Aspyr has released The Sims Pet Stories. This time, you can play through unpredictable moments of pet ownership with your Sims. I wonder if getting sent to the emergency room because you tried to get a wooden tootpick out of your dog's mouth is one of those moments?

Train, play with, and care for your Sims' cats and dogs, and do your best to keep them happy. Count on many unexpected twists and turns in this easy-to-play, laptop-friendly version of The Sims. Choose from two different stories in the directed Story mode, taking on a variety of challenges as you compete in a local pet show and learn that even pets have their own personalities. Unfortunately, Fred Willard does not provide the color commentary for the pet show.

Unlock rewards as you achieve set goals for your Sims and their pets. In open-ended free play mode, create your Sims and their pets, design their homes, and teach your pets tricks. You decide how their stories unfold (insert Michael Vick joke here).

Features:

• Two Complete Stories in Directed Story Mode - Play as Alice, who needs to win the Dog Show Competition or as Stephen, a chef who has chaotic cat-sitting adventures.
• The Brand-New Pet Show - Train your Sims1 pets to strut their stuff.
• Open-Ended Freeplay Mode - Over 70 dog and 30 cat breeds!
• Laptop-Friendly Gameplay - Featuring simple shortcuts and an all-new auto-pause.
• Be Creative While Staying Connected - Stay in touch with your friends by using your own IM and email with playing the game in its own window.
• Part of a Fun New Product Line - The Sims Stories also includes The Sims Life Stories and the upcoming The Sims Castaway Stories!

For more information, fans can also visit Aspyr's website or the official website.