- Primary Subject: Crimson Desert (Version 1.00.03)
- Key Update: Players can recruit up to 30 pets by building trust through petting and feeding, providing a passive auto-loot mechanic during gameplay.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: March 23, 2026
- Quick Answer: To get a pet in Crimson Desert, reach +100 trust by petting animals daily (+25) or feeding them meat and fish (+10 to +35).
What's the best thing about Crimson Desert? The big, limitless open world? The ability to customize your character? The combat? Wrong, wrong, and wrong again! The best part is the animals and pets. Obviously.
Since Crimson Desert's launch, players have been ecstatic to learn that you can interact with all the good cats and dogs you come across, and even make them your pets! You can also mount several other animals in-game, such as horses, bears, and even dragons.
Curious about enlisting a furry companion in Crimson Desert? Here's everything you need to know.
How to Get a Pet in Crimson Desert
Befriending a pet in Crimson Desert is simple - you need to get them to trust you.
Pets in Crimson Desert are limited to dogs and cats, and lucky for you, you come across a lot of strays once you enter the town of Hernand. You can start building trust with your chosen furry pal by petting them.
Each day, you can gain up to +25 trust from petting. You will need to wait until the next day to build more trust from this action.
Another way to get a pet is by feeding animals. To feed them, go to your inventory and discard the food onto the ground. Within seconds, a dog or a cat might approach and eat it in front of you. Dogs prefer any type of meat, but cats are more picky - they'll only eat bird meat, fish, and milk.
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If you feed a dog, you will gain +35 trust. With cats, you'll only get +10 trust. However, take note that when you drop food, other animals (and even NPCs) might snatch it up instead of your intended animal.
An animal becomes your pet once they have reach +100 trust. Once this has been achieved, a prompt will appear that will let you claim the animal as your own. Ta-da, they are now your pet!
How Do Pets Work in Crimson Desert?
Besides being cute, pets have an actual purpose in Crimson Desert - they loot the bodies of the fallen, scoring you some items. Take note that pets do not have loot filters, meaning they will pick up everything and anything. To avoid hassle, increase your inventory slots.
You can have up to 30 pets in Crimson Desert, but only one can be actively summoned at a time.
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Though they loot bodies, pets don't attack hostile targets. So if you see them on the battlefield, just know they are there to pick up items, and that's it.
Can You Dress Up Your Pets in Crimson Desert?
Yes, you can dress up your pets in Crimson Desert. Cats and dogs can be dressed up in hats, armor, and adorable outfits (even boots!).
In Pororin Village, there's a vendor shop that offers cosmetics for your furry companion. Another store with adorable accessories can be found in the southeastern corner of Demeniss.
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