I love the pack. Cats are very much less needy than dogs in game as cats are in real life.My sim has 3 cats and the meowing can be annoying sometimes but nothing like a fussy baby in game. (other sims have one dog - and one dog is about all I can handle in game). All my sims love their pets and I don't find they take up any more time than any other activity in the game. the adoption function lets you adopt an adult pet which needs much less training and with the right traits too is an enjoyable way to start. I find the build items invaluable and Brindleton Bay is gorgeous and there is lots to explore especially on foot (designed for dog walking). I quite like the vet business and I have yet to crack the formula for a 5 star business although my sim is not exactly dedicated to her vet practice. I have yet to explore the dog agility training part and the more I play the more I think there is to do in this EP. I have never had a toddler and a pet before today and I am discovering a whole new set of interactions and animations I didn't know about.