In Pokémon Sodate-ya-san mini (Pokémon Breeder Mini english title), a virtual pet game, the player takes on the role of the Day-Care Man. Professor Birch gives the player a choice of one of three eggs. The player's job is to hatch the egg. When it hatches, the player must care for the young Pokémon in ways such as feeding it, brushing it, and taking it out.