Nintendogs has been a huge hit for the DS throughout the world. So what's a PSP owner who wants to raise a pet but is unable to get a real one due to an allergy or a hatred of living things in general supposed to do?

That answer comes our way from Yukes. The Japanese developer behind the Smackdown series is working on a dog simulation game for the PSP. Titled The Dog: Happy Life, this title is scheduled for Japanese release on 4/27 at a budget price of 2,940 yen.
While we don't have official details at this point, we were able to track down a few screenshots. Judging by the text in the screens, the game lets you equip your dog with various accessories, including hats, bags, collars and shoes (why are humans so cruel?). You can also apparently set up the interior of your dog's room and even check up on its emotional state.

The PS2 actually had a dog simulation in Japan from Konami, but it lacked the charm of Nintendogs and remained a Japan only thing. Will Yukes have better success on the PSP?