Can You Have a Dog in Terraria? Unleash the Facts!
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Yes, absolutely! You can have a dog as a town pet in Terraria. This furry friend will become a charming resident of your town, offering companionship and a touch of domestic bliss to your pixelated world. But how do you acquire this loyal companion? Let’s dive into the details.
Getting Your Tail-Wagging Townie
The Dog License: Your Key to Canine Contentment
The process of obtaining a dog in Terraria revolves around an item called the Dog License. This license isn’t found in chests or dropped by enemies; instead, it’s purchased from the Zoologist NPC.
Earning the Zoologist’s Trust (and the License)
The Zoologist is an NPC who moves into your town once you’ve filled at least 10% (135 entries) of the Bestiary. The Bestiary is a record of all the creatures you’ve encountered in Terraria. As you defeat different monsters and critters, their entries are added to the Bestiary.
Once you’ve reached that 10% milestone, the Zoologist will happily take up residence in a vacant house in your town. Now, you can finally purchase the Dog License from her for a mere 5 gold coins.
The Day the Dog Arrives
After purchasing and using the Dog License, the magic happens. Wait until the next in-game day, and at dawn (4:30 AM), your new town dog will arrive! This adorable canine will wander around your town, interact with other NPCs, and generally add a whole lot of heart to your settlement.
FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About Dogs (and Other Pets) in Terraria
Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) to delve deeper into the world of pets in Terraria:
1. Can you have both a dog and a cat in Terraria?
Yes, you absolutely can! Terraria allows you to have multiple town pets, including both a dog and a cat, provided you acquire the necessary licenses for each. Build enough houses and keep the happiness of your NPCs up and you could collect them all!
2. Is there a wolf pet in Terraria?
While there isn’t a “town wolf” pet in the same vein as the dog or cat, there is a Wolf mount you can obtain. This is summoned using Lilith’s Necklace, a Hardmode item dropped by Wolves with a 1/30 (3.33%) or 1/25 (4%) chance. Alternatively, starting a New Journey Mode character named “Wolfpet” or “Wolf Pet” (case-sensitive) will grant you the item automatically.
3. Can you get a pet fairy in Terraria?
While you can’t pet a fairy (sadly), you can certainly get a pet fairy! You need to collect the pet version. The enemy fairies found in the Hallow biome can be turned into a pet by collecting the item needed to summon them.
4. What is the best pet in Terraria?
The “best” pet is subjective and depends on personal preference. However, some popular and powerful choices include:
- Baby Truffle: Adorable and from a difficult-to-reach NPC.
- Menacing Skeletron Jr.: A classic and imposing choice.
- Volt Bunny: Lively and visually striking.
- Phantasmal Dragon: A Master Mode exclusive that is simply awesome.
Ultimately, the best pet is the one you enjoy having around!
5. Can you get a dragon pet in Terraria?
Yes! The Tablet Fragment is a pet summon item with a 1/4 (25%) chance to drop from the Lunatic Cultist in Master Mode. It summons a Phantasmal Dragon pet that follows the player.
6. Is there a Bunny pet in Terraria?
Yes, there is! The Carrot is a pet-summoning item which summons a Bunny pet. It is only available in the Terraria Collector’s Edition.
7. Is there a pig pet in Terraria?
Indeed! The Monster Meat is a pet-summoning item which summons a Pig Man pet. It can be dropped from most Corruption/Crimson enemies with a 1/1500 (0.07%) chance. On The Constant seed, the drop rate is increased to a 1/500 (0.2%) chance.
8. Is there a Golem pet in Terraria?
Yes, there is! The Guardian Golem is a Master Mode-exclusive light pet-summoning item dropped by the Golem, with a 1/4 (25%) drop rate.
9. How do you get the Zoologist in Terraria?
The Zoologist will move in when the following criteria have been met:
- There is an empty house.
- The Bestiary has been filled to at least 10% (54 entries).
10. Does Terraria have other animals besides pets?
Yes! Terraria is full of critters, which are harmless entities that add life to the biomes. These include Red Squirrels, Bunnies, Birds, and many more. They don’t interact with the player in a meaningful way, but they definitely make the world feel more alive.
11. What happens if my town is attacked by enemies with a town pet present?
Town pets are generally invulnerable to enemy attacks. They might get frightened and run around, but they won’t take damage or die.
12. Can I rename my town dog?
Unfortunately, you can’t rename town pets in Terraria. They are simply referred to as “Dog” (or “Cat,” etc.) in the game.
13. Does the dog do anything special?
Aside from being adorable and adding to the atmosphere of your town, the dog doesn’t have any special abilities or combat skills. It’s purely a cosmetic pet.
14. Can I get more than one dog?
Yes! You can get multiple dogs by purchasing multiple licenses. The number of town pets you can have is limited by the number of available houses in your town.
15. What is the Bestiary, and how do I fill it?
The Bestiary is a record of all the creatures you’ve encountered in Terraria. Each time you defeat a new type of monster or critter, an entry is added to your Bestiary. The more you explore and fight, the more entries you’ll unlock. You can access the Bestiary through the pause menu.
In Conclusion: A Paw-some Addition to Your Terraria Town
Adding a dog to your Terraria town is a rewarding experience. It brings a touch of companionship and charm to your pixelated world. So, fill that Bestiary, earn the Zoologist’s trust, and welcome a furry friend to your town today!
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