(ESL) Rex the German Shepherd Companion SE

⭐ ⭐ (200 endorsements) 📥 5,222 downloads 📌 v1.5 📅 10/31/2016
⚪ Last updated 2022

By gg77 · Followers & Companions - Creatures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/30/2022 📅 Created: 10/31/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #8 of 8 Followers & Companions - Creatures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Rex the German Shepherd Companion SE

ESL version (ESPFE/ESP with Record Flags ESL/ ESP tagged ESL)

This mod adds a family of German Shepherds with 4 Companions Dogs (all essential):

The father Rex, an armored German Shepherd (size: 1. 12)

The mother Rexy, an unarmored German Shepherd (size: 1. 00)

The son Rex junior, an armored German Shepherd (size: 0. 85)

And the youngest: Lucky, an unarmored German Shepherd (size: 0. 65)

You can find them at the entrance of Dragonsreach (inside)

Bugs or Problems

You can only have one Follower at a time: if you want a different one, you need to dismiss the first one before you recruit them.

If telling the follower to return at home (With message: “Your companion heads home”) doesn't dismiss him, or if you have lost the active Follower, you can try this:

Type “²” or "`" or "~" key to get into console, and type:

set playeranimalcount to 0

With Amazing Follower Tweaks , or other mod with followers, if problem to dismiss the followers, you can uncheck this mod (AFT or other) when you launch the game

If problem with the Dialog Box of the followers/ companions (Wait - Follow - Trade - Favor - Dismiss) you can also enter / exit a house or make a fast travel

Uninstalling

Just make sure you dismiss REX first, then save your game. Then exit and uninstall the mod

Cansu for the texture of the German Shepherd in his mod GermanShepherd ("you can use it anyway you like")

The mesh of the new Rexy/Lucky is from kgleaton01 in his mod Judah Working Dog

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a family of German Shepherds with 4 companion dogs at the entrance of Dragonsreach in Skyrim. A simple, lore-friendly companion mod for dog lovers, with 200 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads. Last updated in June 2022.

✨ Key Features

Adds a family of German Shepherds with 4 companion dogs
Dogs are located at the entrance of Dragonsreach
ESL-flagged plugin, so it won't count toward your mod limit

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 200 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads
  • ESL-flagged, so it won't eat your load order slots
  • Simple and straightforward—just adds dogs, no complex scripts or quests

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in June 2022, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim updates
  • Only adds dogs at one location, so if you're looking for a full canine overhaul, this isn't it
  • Potential conflicts with mods that alter Dragonsreach or its exterior
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a loyal canine companion without the hassle of a complex follower mod. If you're a dog lover and want a simple addition to your game, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for in-depth follower mechanics or a variety of creatures.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's ESL-flagged, you can safely add it to your load order without worrying about the 255 mod limit.
  • Make sure to check for compatibility with mods that overhaul Dragonsreach or Whiterun, as they might conflict.
  • If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate—no manual file placement needed.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
gg77
Version
1.5
Downloads
5,222
Endorsements
200
Category
Followers & Companions - Creatures
Created
10/31/2016
Updated
6/30/2022

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