"Guide to Acquiring Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley"

One of the most delightful aspects of managing a farm in Stardew Valley is the range of animals you can have, from livestock to lovable pets. With the 1.6 update released in early 2024, players can now adopt multiple pets, adding even more charm to their farm life. Here's a detailed guide on how to unlock and care for multiple pets in Stardew Valley.

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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

When you start a new character in Stardew Valley, you can adopt either a cat or a dog to live on your farm as a pet. Initially, the game limited players to one pet per save file, but the 1.6 update changed that, allowing for multiple pets.

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; a heart bubble will appear over their head to confirm you've done so. You can monitor your pet's friendship level in the "Animals" tab of your pause menu.

Once the friendship meter is full, you'll receive a notice from Marnie about adopting more pets. If you haven't adopted a 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

After receiving Marnie's notice, visit her shop south of your farm during her open hours (9:00 am to 4:00 pm, closed Monday and Tuesday). At the counter, select the "Adopt Pets" option to view a list of 12 available Pet Licenses, which include five variations of dogs and cats, and two types of turtles. Each license comes with a cost, so ensure you have enough gold.

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

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How To Get Supplies for Pets in Stardew Valley

After choosing your new pets, head to Robin's carpentry shop in the northern part of Pelican Town to purchase Pet Bowls. These bowls are essential as they provide water and serve as a "home" for your pets, preventing them from running away if neglected. Each Pet Bowl costs 5,000g and requires 25 x Hardwood, which you can obtain with a Copper Axe or better. It's advisable to build these bowls before adopting your new pets to maintain their friendship levels.

For additional pet supplies, visit Marnie's Ranch where you can buy Doghouses and Cat Trees. These items are purely decorative and do not affect your pets' friendship meters.

This guide covers everything you need to know about getting multiple pets in Stardew Valley. For more tips and news on the game, including details on all Stardew Valley farm types and how to choose the best one, be sure to visit The Escapist.

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