

Picking him up also increases your esteem in his watery little eyes. Eventually he ll get sick of this game, but you ll have fulfilled your daily dog obligation. To do this, whistle once (left C-button) and he will begin to follow you. Keep your favorite canine happy by playing with him once a day. In fact, the way you treat your animals overall (even Rover) is one of the things you are graded on when your father comes at the end of the third Spring. A neglected puppy is not only a black mark on your karma, but lack of affection affects his performance in the yearly Dog Race. Leaving him outside in the rain or snow will not kill him, but it s not advisable. As you would expect, he appreciates plenty of room to roam and frolic, so take him outside any time it s sunny (even winter). The only animal from your grandfather s old farm, your pup is with you from the get-go. You can take your time tending to them in the barn, and rack up money without the seconds ticking away. Since time does not lapse indoors, it is a good idea to get as many animals as possible. When you have enough cash, it is wise to buy a couple of extra medicines and keep them in the toolbox for emergencies it will save you tracking across town every time you need a cure. Then talk to it to make sure it s cured. To administer them, equip the medication, then stand behind the animal and press B. You can purchase animal meds at Green Ranch for 1000 G a vial. To fix chickens, just make sure you keep feeding them. Cattle and sheep hang their heads and will not move.

If you leave an animal outdoors or otherwise neglect it, it may become sick.
