Heartopia Pets Guide

Updated: January 2026 Companions & Care

Quick Answer: How to Get Pets

Pet care unlocks at D.G. Level 12 through Mrs. Joan's Pet Shop. Cats are unlocked first, and dogs require the cat care hobby to be unlocked. Oak-Oak remains a special companion from the Forest quest line.

Available Pets in Heartopia

Heartopia currently features three main pet categories with different unlock paths and benefits:

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Cats

Pet Care Hobby

Adoptable companions available through Mrs. Joan once Cat Care is unlocked at D.G. Level 12.

Rewards: Gold, Wish Stars, pet XP

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Dogs

Pet Care Hobby

Unlocked after Cat Care. Dogs have additional reactions added in version 0.4.2.

Rewards: Gold, Wish Stars, pet XP

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Oak-Oak

Forest Companion

A wandering tree creature unlocked via the Astralis quest line. Provides daily Roaming Oak Timber.

Gives: Roaming Oak Timber

How to Adopt Cats & Dogs

  1. Reach D.G. Level 12
    Unlocks the Cat Care hobby and the Pet Shop.
  2. Visit Mrs. Joan
    Her Pet Shop is near the town center. She introduces adoption and care.
  3. Choose a pet
    Select a cat first. Dog care becomes available after the cat hobby unlock.
  4. Complete the tutorial
    Follow the care steps to unlock daily routines and rewards.

Adoption Tip

Keep extra pet food and toys in your storage so you can complete care tasks quickly.

Pet Care & Leveling

Pet care works like a hobby system. Feed, pet, and play with your companions to earn pet XP and level up.

  • Daily care: Feeding, petting, and playing increase XP.
  • Level rewards: Earn Gold, Wish Stars, and cosmetic unlocks.
  • Streaks: Daily interaction keeps your pet bonuses consistent.

Oak-Oak Companion

Oak-Oak is a unique companion unlocked through the Forest quest line. It provides Roaming Oak Timber every day.

Need Timber?

See the full Roaming Oak Timber guide for spawn and farming routes.

Pet Clothing & Interactions

  • Unlock outfits and collars from Mrs. Joan's shop.
  • Pets react to emotes and follow you during activities.
  • Dog reactions were expanded in version 0.4.2.

Breeding System

Breeding allows you to create new pet variants once you reach higher pet care levels. Keep compatibility and care stats high for better results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I unlock cat care?

Cat Care unlocks at D.G. Level 12. Visit Mrs. Joan to start the adoption tutorial.

When do dogs unlock?

Dogs unlock after you complete the cat care tutorial. Dog reactions were added in version 0.4.2.

Can I have multiple pets?

Yes. You can adopt multiple cats and dogs, and Oak-Oak can follow you separately.

What is Roaming Oak Timber used for?

Roaming Oak Timber is a special crafting material used to create nature-themed furniture and decorations.

Do pets leave if I skip care?

No. Skipping care just slows down XP and rewards; your pets remain available.