Classic Dogmeat a.k.a. Pirate
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 75 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
"Pirate" The lovable mut.
There is now a STAND ALONE VERSION in the files. So you can now have Dogmeat & Pirate together. Pirate is not as smart as his friend Dogmeat so he can't retreive anything or take commands. But he will follow you loyaly into battle and be dismissed when you dont want him. He is found outside the cave behind the red rocket truckstop. He will also return there when dismissed.
I created this texture using photo's of my pup "Pirate". He's a kelpie x blue cattle dog and a lovable mutt. After posting to reddit some users actualy wanted to use my crappy retexture so here it is :)
To Install:
use nexus mod manager.
*UPDATES*
After some suggestions to rename the mod. It's now "classic" dogmeat. Rather than cattle dog dogmeat.
"Bloodjack" Created awesome black skull bandana's to match Pirates real life bandana with his permission i've added them to the optional files :)
Pirate is now KOTAKU Famous! See here
(My Pirate)
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Classic Dogmeat a.k.a. Pirate is a simple retexture mod that changes Dogmeat's appearance to match the author's real-life dog, Pirate, a Cattledog x Kelpie mix. It's a cosmetic companion mod for Fallout 4, with 2,505 endorsements and last updated in 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,505 endorsements and 50k downloads—clearly a hit with players.
- Gives Dogmeat a unique, personal look that stands out from the default.
- Lightweight texture mod—no performance hit or extra scripts to worry about.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016—might not be compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- Only changes Dogmeat's texture; if you want more variety, this is a one-trick pony.
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions in the description, so you're flying blind.
For Fallout 4 players who love Dogmeat and want a more personal, unique look for their canine companion. Perfect for dog lovers who appreciate a realistic Cattledog x Kelpie appearance. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or multiple Dogmeat skins—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager like Nexus Mod Manager for easy installation.
- Make sure to load this mod after any other Dogmeat texture mods to ensure it takes priority.
- If you're using Fallout 4's built-in mod support, enable the mod in your load order before launching the game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- 7iger
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 50,728
- Endorsements
- 2,505
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 11/13/2015
- Updated
- 6/22/2016
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