🏠 Care & Companionship
Dogs require minimal care but thrive on daily attention. They have their own water bowl near the farmhouse and don’t need feeding or shelter. Regular petting increases their friendship level and makes them more interactive companions.
Friendship Benefits: High friendship dogs may occasionally find items around the farm
- No housing or feeding requirements
- Pet daily to increase friendship level
- Fill water bowl daily for happiness boost
- Higher friendship increases following behavior
💰 Benefits & Interactions
| Friendship Level | Behavior | Benefits | Hearts Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (0-2 Hearts) | Stays near doghouse | Basic companionship | 0-500 points |
| Medium (3-6 Hearts) | Follows occasionally | More interactive | 750-1500 points |
| High (7-9 Hearts) | Follows frequently | May find small items | 1750-2250 points |
| Maximum (10 Hearts) | Always follows | Finds items regularly | 2500+ points |
*Dogs may find items like fiber, stone, or foraged goods at high friendship
🍳 Uses
While dogs don’t produce sellable items, they offer several valuable benefits:
- Companionship: Provides emotional support and farm atmosphere
- Item Finding: May discover small items around the farm at high friendship
- Social Boost: Some villagers appreciate seeing well-cared-for pets
- Aesthetic Value: Adds life and personality to your farm
- Achievement: Required for the “Full House” achievement
💡 Tips & Strategies
Pro Tip: Pet your dog every morning and keep their water bowl filled – at maximum friendship, they’ll help you find useful items around the farm!
- Pet daily without fail to maximize friendship gains
- Always keep the water bowl filled for bonus friendship
- Choose your dog breed carefully – it’s permanent!
- Dogs can help locate items you might have missed
- Perfect for players who want a companion without economic pressure