Dog – Stardew Valley Pet Guide

Q: "How do I get a Dog in Stardew Valley?"

"Choose the Dog at character creation, or adopt from Marnie's for the base cost once unlocked."

Q: "Are there different Dog breeds?"

"The open data records 5 Dog variant(s) with different appearances."

Updated: Oct 4, 2026 All game data on this site comes from machine-readable open-source community data. This is an unofficial fan resource, not affiliated with ConcernedApe.

The Dog is a pet in Stardew Valley.

Pets give friendship over time; water them daily and they follow you around the farm.

Variants recorded: 5

Tips

Pets do not need feeding, only affection (petting/watering).
A fully befriended pet can be made your farm’s companion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a Dog in Stardew Valley?

Choose the Dog at character creation, or adopt from Marnie's for the base cost once unlocked.

Are there different Dog breeds?

The open data records 5 Dog variant(s) with different appearances.