Stardew Valley: Mastering Multi-Pet Ownership

One of the joys of *Stardew Valley* farming is the adorable menagerie of animals you can keep. Beyond livestock, you can have multiple pets! Here's how to expand your furry (or scaly) family.

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How To Unlock Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley
How To Adopt Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley
How To Get Supplies for Pets in Stardew Valley

How To Unlock Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

Starting Stardew Valley, you adopt a cat or dog. Previously, only one pet per save was allowed, but the 1.6 update (early 2024) changed that! To add more, you'll need to meet a few requirements.

First, maximize your current pet's friendship. This means daily water (using your Watering Can; rain/snow days are automatic) and a daily pet (look for the heart!). Check their friendship level in the "Animals" tab of the pause menu.

A full friendship meter triggers a message from Marnie about adopting more pets. If you skipped the initial pet, this happens at the start of Year 2.

How To Adopt Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

After Marnie's message, visit her shop (9 AM–4 PM, closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Choose "Adopt Pets" to see the 12 available licenses (five cat variations, five dog variations, and two turtles). Each license has a cost:

How To Get Supplies for Pets in Stardew Valley

For each new pet, visit Robin to craft Pet Bowls (5,000g and 25 Hardwood). These are essential; neglecting a pet can lead to them running away.

Optional decorative items like doghouses and cat trees are available at Marnie's.

That's how to expand your Stardew Valley pet family! Check The Escapist for more Stardew Valley guides.

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