Abstract: A pet management system and associated methods are configured for assisting an at least one user in caring for and training an at least one actual pet. In at least one embodiment, a central computing system is configured for receiving and processing data related to the at least one user and associated at least one actual pet. An at least one user device is under the control of the at least one user and in selective communication with the computing system. The system is configured for first teaching the at least one user how to care for and train an at least one virtual pet, configured for simulating the qualities and behaviors of the associated at least one actual pet, so as to better ensure that the user is sufficiently prepared for and capable of subsequently caring for and training the corresponding at least one actual pet, for which the system also assists in an ongoing manner.

Abstract: A removable toy motor module which can be used with a variety of figure toys and toy accessories. The motor module uses a battery powered motor which drives an output gear extending from a motor housing. The output gear can be used to drive a variety of accessories and the motor module can be easily attached to the harness of a figure toy. A battery cover may be rotated with respect to the housing for the purpose of turning the motor on and off. Gears located in the housing engage the motor to the output gear. A clutch ratchet and gear-clutch drum are designed to disengage if the torsion transmitted to the output gear exceeds a predetermined value, providing a built-in safety feature. A compression spring is used to minimize damage to the output gear in case the motor module is dropped. An O-ring disposed around the output gear provides a seal allowing the motor module to be used in water.