Adopt a Rainbow of Companions in Stardew Valley

Enrich your Stardew Valley farm with multiple adorable animal companions! This guide explains how to acquire more than one pet, expanding your farm's charm and adding to your in-game experience.

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• Unlocking Multiple Pets
• Adopting Multiple Pets
• Obtaining Pet Supplies

Unlocking Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

Initially, you can adopt one pet (cat or dog). The 1.6 update introduced the ability to have multiple pets. To unlock this, you must maximize your friendship level with your existing pet. Daily care is crucial: fill their water bowl (except on rainy/snowy days) and pet them to see a heart appear above their head. Monitor their friendship level via the "Animals" tab in the pause menu. Once maxed, Marnie will contact you about adopting additional pets. If you didn't adopt a pet in Year 1, she'll contact you at the start of Year 2.

Adopting Multiple Pets in Stardew Valley

After receiving Marnie's message, visit her shop (9:00 am - 4:00 pm, closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Choose the "Adopt Pets" option. Twelve pet licenses are available: five cat variations, five dog variations, and two turtle types. Each license has a cost:

Pet License	Cost
Brown Cat	40,000g
Grey Cat	40,000g
Orange Cat	40,000g
White Cat	40,000g
Black Cat	40,000g
Brown Dog (Blue Collar)	40,000g
Brown Dog (Shepherd)	40,000g
Brown Dog (Red Collar)	40,000g
Black & White Dog (Red Bandana)	40,000g
Dark Brown Dog	40,000g
Green Turtle	60,000g
Purple Turtle	500,000g

Obtaining Pet Supplies in Stardew Valley

Before or after adopting, commission Pet Bowls from Robin (5,000g and 25 Hardwood each). These are essential for maintaining pet friendship and preventing them from running away. Marnie also sells optional decorative items like doghouses and cat trees.

Enjoy your expanded Stardew Valley menagerie! Remember to consult The Escapist for more Stardew Valley guides and news.

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