With the release of the highly anticipated 1.6 update for Stardew Valley, players have even more reasons to make their farms feel like home, especially with the expanded options for pet adoption. Now, you can transform your farm into a true haven for animals by adopting multiple pets. However, Marnie, the local animal enthusiast, wants to ensure every pet finds a responsible owner. To adopt more pets in Stardew Valley, you’ll need to prove you’re a loving and capable caretaker. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about adopting pets in the 1.6 update, including all the adorable new additions to choose from.
Expanding Your Farm Family: Adopting More Pets
In Stardew Valley, your journey typically begins with a single, loyal pet. On the 20th of Spring, Marnie will visit your farm to introduce you to either a cat or a dog, depending on your initial choice during character creation. This first pet is free of charge, a wonderful companion to start your farming adventure. But for those with a big heart and an even bigger farm, the 1.6 update opens up exciting possibilities. You can now adopt multiple pets by constructing pet bowls on your farm and acquiring pet licenses.
Building a sprawling animal family in Stardew Valley does come with a cost. To adopt all twelve standard pets – that’s five dogs, five cats, and two turtles – you’re looking at an investment of approximately 980,000g. This sum includes 920,000g for pet licenses and 60,000g for the necessary pet bowls. While there are technically fourteen pet variants if you include the Iridium versions, the purchasable limit is twelve, making the mentioned price accurate for a full standard pet collection.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to pet adoption in Stardew Valley:
- Welcome Your First Pet: When Marnie offers you a cat or dog, accept to gain your initial furry friend.
- Become Best Friends with Your First Pet: Achieve maximum friendship (five hearts) with your starting pet. This unlocks the ability to adopt more animals.
- Prepare Homes for New Pets: Visit Robin at the Carpenter’s Shop and purchase pet bowls for 5,000g each. You’ll need one bowl for each additional pet you plan to adopt.
- Wait for Marnie’s Invitation: After reaching maximum friendship with your first pet and purchasing pet bowls, Marnie will send you a letter informing you about her new service: Pet Licenses.
- Purchase Pet Licenses: With pet bowls ready, visit Marnie at her Ranch and buy Pet Licenses. Each license allows you to adopt another pet.
Here’s a breakdown of the licensing fees for each type of pet:
| Animal Type | Licensing Fee |
|---|---|
| Cats | 40,000g |
| Dogs | 40,000g |
| Turtle | 60,000g |
| Iridium Turtle | 500,000g |
Discover the New Pet Variants in Stardew Valley 1.6
The 1.6 update brings a delightful array of new pet variations to Stardew Valley. Cat lovers can now choose from three additional feline friends: the White Cat, the Black Cat, and the strikingly unique Iridium Cat. Dog enthusiasts aren’t left out, with the introduction of the Grey Dog, the Dark Brown Dog, and the shimmering Iridium Dog. Perhaps most excitingly, a brand-new pet species joins the Stardew Valley family: Turtles! These shelled companions come in two varieties: the classic Green Turtle and the rare, purple-hued Iridium Turtle.
Beyond just new pet types, Marnie’s shop has expanded its inventory to include decorative items specifically for your pets. You can now purchase Doghouses, Cat Trees, and even a Birdhouse to further pamper your animal companions and add charming details to your farm.
Customizing and Managing Your Stardew Valley Pets
Stardew Valley offers some flexibility in managing your pets after adoption. If you ever wish to change your pet’s appearance, you can visit the Shrine of Illusions located in the Wizard’s basement and offer 500g. This allows you to alter your pet’s style, giving it a fresh new look without changing its species.
For players considering a more drastic change, Stardew Valley also provides a way to permanently remove a pet from your farm. By using Butterfly Powder on a pet, you can transform it into a butterfly, effectively releasing it. This option is available for those who might want to adjust their pet family size or try different pet combinations.
Pets in Stardew Valley add a layer of warmth and companionship to your farming life. With the 1.6 update, the expanded pet options offer even more ways to personalize your farm and enjoy the company of these adorable virtual animals. Whether you’re a cat person, a dog person, or excited about welcoming turtles to your farm, Stardew Valley 1.6 ensures there’s a perfect pet (or pets!) for everyone.
