There comes a time in every Neopet’s life where they make the big decision to adopt a Petpet. And, typically, one tends to seek out Weewoos because they are often the friendliest and most easy to take care of. However this is still a big responsibility and is an important milestone for many and as such it can be a little terrifying. It is natural to be nervous! That just means you are going to be a great caretaker because it shows how much you care. But if you want to help ease your worries you can do what you can to prepare. Petpet proofing your Neohome is a great first step – but how do you do that? And then what do you do next? And what else is there to do? What do they like? What do they eat? What do they play with? What do they do? How do they learn? Do they like clothes? Oh my goodness, there is just so much to know! Fear not. In this guide we will help you out with multiple different areas in caring for your Petpet – and yourself! – as you navigate this new and exciting step of your life. Books Petpet Biology This book will teach you all you need to know about a growing Petpet. It has pictures of the bone and muscle structure of all the different types of Petpets out there so you will know just how they are developing as they mature and how to help them if they are injured. Weewoos can be found on pages 32 to 45, but this is a good book to have on hand. Cooking for Your Petpet Petpets can be picky eaters. This is a known fact of life. With patience, luck, and a little bit of skill, you too can learn how to cook for every type of picky eater in your life. There are many types of recipes for many types of eaters, including ones that follow Weewoo friendly dietary guidelines.

Can you believe we’ve hit 1050 Neopian Time articles? As a fellow Neopian, I did not think that when I was 7 years old that I’d be logging in twenty-plus years later to find myself side by side amongst old and new friends. While the Neopia we once knew only exists in our memories, the evolution of this world has always brought me back. If you’re returning to Neopets in Y28, welcome back! If you never left, welcome home. In honour of the 1050th Neopian Times issue, I would love to take a moment of your time to talk about my top 10 favourite things to do on Neopets as someone who frequently finds themselves lurking about. First up on the list: collecting stamps. It feels like it’s the best time to get back into, or even begin, your album collection. With so many events and re-releases of collectibles, achieving your goals and adding another +1 to your album has been so rewarding these past few months. There are more opportunities for all Neopians to have a chance at completing their most coveted album pages. Let’s talk about that pet customization Whether you frequent the NC Mall, or love to shop at our local Neopian shops, the amount of options to dress up your neopets and give them their own style has been astonishing. No matter the style, the pattern, the world, or design - there’s something for every Neopet out there. On the hunt for new secret avatars Haven’t you heard? We’re getting tons of releases for new secret avatars, and what a joy it has been to figure it out with the community. So many pieces that were long lost in the Neopets AIM icon pages have been released officially as secret avatars, so put your thinking caps on, Neopians, we got some avatars to find!

*caw* *caw* *cluck* *squawk* Whoops! *clears throat* Apologies for that. For a second, I was accidentally speaking in Weewoo. While it may come as a surprise to you, dear reader, that I, the White Weewoo of Neopian Times fame, a mere Petpet, am able speak in Common Neopian, I must ask–who do you think has been editing each issue of Neopia most esteemed newspaper? *winks* While this wee little Petpet’s ability to speak like a fully-fledged Neopet may come as a surprise, my enthusiasm for ‘the quill’ should not. After all, here at the Neopian Times we like to reward our contributors with a trophy resembling the shape of our favorite writing tool! *sigh* These days, it seems like nobody writes anything by hand. Call me old fashioned, but I think that there’s something uniquely special about the experience of putting pen to paper. While I understand that typing can be much more convenient, if you use the perfect quill, the experience is unrivaled. That is why I’ve drafted this guide to help Neopians decide which quill is right for them. *cluck * Consider it a feathered guide to writers everywhere! *** 1. Comfort The first factor to consider when selecting the perfect quill is comfort. No two quills are alike, as are no two hooves, fins, or paws; the quill that fits perfectly in my talons will not necessarily be the quill that will feel the most snug in your hand. Before committing to a particular quill, I would suggest trying out a few options at your local calligraphy shop. Some quills may feel too heavy and weigh your hand down while you write. Other quills may be too light and lack a satisfying grip. Some quills may be too rough and cause your hands to callous during extended writing sessions. Whereas other quills may be too smooth and slip and wobble when your hands (inevitably) get clammy.