Dogmeat - Doors are NOT for Dogs (No Door Opening)

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,771 endorsements) 📥 66,341 downloads 📌 v1.02 📅 6/5/2016
⚪ Last updated 2018

By Ulithium_Dragon · Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/2/2018 📅 Created: 6/5/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #57 of 78 Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

: SEE THE TOPMOST STICKIED POST BEFORE USING THIS MOD, AS IT CAN CAUSE ISSUES WITH THE QUEST "REUNIONS"!

ALSO, PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION AND THE BELOW "FAQ" SECTION BEFORE POSTING!

Description:

All this does is checks a single flag on Dogmeat's race (DogmeatRace) to prevent him from opening doors (the flag is named "Can't Open Doors").

Because this has always annoyed the hell outta me, and I can't count the number of times he's gotten me caught sneaking because he decided it was "sandbox time" and opened the door to the room I was hiding inside.

It's also not someone a dog should reasonably be able to do so effortlessly, regardless of the type of door or door knob/latch employed (he will even open sliding jail cell door ffs lol).

FAQ: Q: Will you (please) port this mod to the consoles? A: If there is enough interest, I will consider trying to do so. Please ask nicely, though, and do not "demand" that I port it (as is so often the case from what I've seen...).

Q: What Dogmeat retexture are you using in that screenshot? A: It's from the mod Siberian Husky - Dogmeat, but with an blue eye retexture I made personally.

Q: Will you please make X mod? A: I generally don't take requests - I mod because I want to use the things I make, but you can still ask. However, if it's an idea I like, it's possible I may do it in the future.

Q: Can you change X about this mod? A: Probably not. For one, this mod does so little. Additionally, like I said above, I generally only mod content I want to use myself.

Potential/Known Bugs:

  • It is likely that Bethesda did not prevent Dogmeat from opening doors due to his "Look, look I found something!" behavior. The worst that can possibly
  • result from this would be him walking into a wall for a few seconds, but since the behavior seems to have a "timeout" if he cannot get to the object, it
  • shouldn't really be a big deal.

Compatibility: This mod is most likely incompatible with any other mod that edits Dogmeat's race, but should be fully compatible with any mod that edits Dogmeat himself (the actor).

For example, the mod Everyone's Best Friend would be fully compatible with this mod as it does not edit Dogmeat's race, just the "ac

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A simple quality-of-life mod for Fallout 4 that stops Dogmeat from opening doors, addressing a common annoyance. With 2,771 endorsements and 66,341 downloads, it's a popular fix for players who want more control over their canine companion.

✨ Key Features

Stops Dogmeat from opening doors
Lightweight and focused on a single gameplay tweak

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 2,771 endorsements and 66k downloads
  • Directly fixes a widely hated companion behavior
  • Simple and effective—no bloat, just the fix

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2018—may not be compatible with the latest game patches
  • Only addresses door opening, not other Dogmeat annoyances
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who are tired of Dogmeat barging through doors at the worst moments. If you want a quick, no-nonsense fix for this specific annoyance, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for broader companion overhauls or gameplay changes.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install with a mod manager like Vortex or NMM for easy management and uninstallation.
  • If you're on PC, make sure to enable mods in your Fallout 4 launcher settings.
  • Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with the latest game version.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Ulithium_Dragon
Version
1.02
Downloads
66,341
Endorsements
2,771
Category
Companions
Created
6/5/2016
Updated
4/2/2018

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