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"Guide to Acquiring Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley"

Apr 23,25(2 months ago)

One of the joys of managing a farm in *Stardew Valley* is the diverse array of animals you can have roaming your land, from livestock to delightful pets. With the latest 1.6 update released in early 2024, players now have the exciting opportunity to adopt multiple pets. Here’s a detailed guide on how to make your farm a pet paradise.

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How To Unlock Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

Increasing friendship with pet in Stardew Valley

Screenshot by The Escapist

When starting a new game in Stardew Valley, you have the choice to adopt either a cat or a dog as your initial pet. Before the 1.6 update, players were limited to one pet per save file. Now, with the update, you can expand your furry family, but you'll need to meet certain requirements first.

To unlock the ability to adopt more pets, you must first maximize your friendship level with your current pet. This involves ensuring their water bowl is filled daily with your Watering Can, except on rainy or snowy days when it fills automatically. Additionally, pet them once a day by interacting with them; you'll know you've succeeded when a heart bubble appears above their head. You can monitor your pet's friendship level in the "Animals" tab of your pause menu.

Once the friendship meter is full, Marnie will send you a notice via mail about available pets at her shop, located south of your farm. If you haven't adopted your first pet by the end of your first year, you'll receive this notice at the start of Year 2.

How To Adopt Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

Marnie Ranch shop pet license inventory in Stardew Valley

Screenshot by The Escapist

Upon receiving Marnie's notice, head to her shop during her business hours of 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, noting that the shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Approach Marnie at the counter and select the "Adopt Pets" option to view the list of available Pet Licenses. There are 12 options, including five variations of dogs and cats, and two types of turtles, each with a specific cost.

The full list of Pet Licenses and their costs is as follows:

Pet LicenseCost
Pet License – Brown Cat40,000g
Pet License – Grey Cat40,000g
Pet License – Orange Cat40,000g
Pet License – White Cat40,000g
Pet License – Black Cat40,000g
Pet License – Brown Dog w/ Blue Collar40,000g
Pet License – Brown Dog (Shepherd)40,000g
Pet License – Brown Dog w/ Red Collar40,000g
Pet License – Black and White Dog w/ Red Bandana40,000g
Pet License – Dark Brown Dog40,000g
Pet License – Green Turtle60,000g
Pet License – Purple Turtle500,000g

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How To Get Supplies for Pets in Stardew Valley

Pet Bowl at Robin's shop in Stardew Valley

Screenshot by The Escapist

After choosing your new pets, it's crucial to ensure their comfort by visiting Robin's carpentry shop in the northern area of Pelican Town. Here, you can purchase Pet Bowls, which serve as both a water source and a "home" for your pets, preventing them from running away due to neglect. Each Pet Bowl costs 5,000g and requires 25 x Hardwood, obtainable with a Copper Axe or better. It's advisable to build these bowls before adopting new pets to maintain their friendship levels.

Pet supplies at Marnie's Ranch shop in Stardew Valley

Screenshot by The Escapist

For additional decorative items, you can visit Marnie's Ranch to buy Doghouses (outdoor) and Cat Trees (indoor). These items, while not affecting your pets' friendship levels, add charm to your farm.

This comprehensive guide should help you in creating a vibrant pet community in Stardew Valley. For more tips and updates on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist, where you can find resources on all Stardew Valley farm types and how to choose the best one for your playstyle.

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