Doggy Talents Next Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) – Level Up Your Minecraft Wolves

The Doggy Talents Next Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) is a complete overhaul and continuation of the beloved original Doggy Talents mod, brought back to life for modern Minecraft versions by a new developer. Designed to transform tamed wolves into fully customizable, interactive, and intelligent companions, this mod introduces a deep talent and leveling system, expanded AI behavior, lifelike animations, and a wide array of features that make your dogs feel like real pets loyal, expressive, and useful.

Whether you want to train your pup for combat, accessorize it with stylish outfits, feed it gourmet meals, or simply give it a good belly rub, this mod has you covered. From upgraded pathfinding to in-game tracking tools, Doggy Talents Next is not just a quality-of-life mod it redefines the way you bond with man’s best friend in Minecraft. Compatible from versions 1.20.1 to 1.21.8, it’s a must-have for players who love animals, survival immersion, or just want a more dynamic relationship with their loyal companion.

Features:

• Refined AI Behavior
  Dogs can now avoid hazards like lava, cliffs, and enemies more intelligently, thanks to reworked navigation systems.
• Immersive Animations
  New idle and interaction animations bring your dog to life, including tail wags, playful jumps, and snuggles.
• Petting System
  Interact with your pup in new emotional ways rub its belly, give it hugs, or play fetch.
• Fashionable Accessories
  Dress your dog with custom cosmetics like bowties, sunglasses, cloaks, and the rare Fiery Reflector gear.
• Expanded Food System
  Feed your dogs unique food types, including vegan snacks, premium dishes, and even healing meals.
• Talents & Training Tree
  Train your pup with various skills such as combat, defense, hunting, guarding, or utility-based talents.
• Mounting System
  Ride your dogs across the landscape or, for laughs, let them ride you (yes, really).
• Advanced Tracking Tools
  Use whistles, GPS collars, or teleportation to quickly locate and summon your furry companions.
• Furniture & Decor
  Set up dog beds, bowls, and themed furniture to create cozy resting spots for your pets.
• Fully Customizable Settings
  Adjust behavior, stats, and visuals via config options to tailor your experience to any playstyle.

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Crafting Recipes:

Recommend that you should install Just Enough Items (for mods using Forge) or Roughly Enough Items (for mods using Fabric) to view the full recipes included in this mod.

Requires:

Minecraft Forge or Fabric API or Quilt Loader or NeoForge Installer

How to install:

How To Download & Install Mods with Minecraft Forge

How To Download & Install Fabric Mods

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Why use Doggy Talents Next?

Tamed wolves in vanilla Minecraft are underwhelming they offer limited utility, poor survival instincts, and little room for bonding. Doggy Talents Next solves all of that by turning your wolves into full-featured allies who grow with you. You can train them into fierce protectors, stylish companions, or quirky adventurers with unique abilities. This mod doesn’t just upgrade dogs it makes them a true part of your journey.

Whether you’re a survival player who wants reliable combat pets, a builder decorating a cozy cottage with pets and furniture, or a roleplayer seeking deeper immersion, this mod delivers one of the most complete animal companion systems in Minecraft.