Feed The Animals SSE

⭐ ⭐ (300 endorsements) 📥 27,333 downloads 📌 v1.0.2 📅 4/12/2022
⚪ Last updated 2022

By fadingsignal · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/12/2022 📅 Created: 4/12/2022
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #110 of 134 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

AN OLDIE FROM 2014 PORTED BY REQUEST!

One of the first mods I made back in 2014, ported by request.  Very simple mod that allows you to feed dogs new treats, which gives them a 20 minute buff to stamina and health.  I always wanted more ways to interact with animal followers, specifically by feeding them, so I made this simple addition.  This will work on any friendly dog, regardless of whether or not it's a follower, as long as they are properly part of the Dog faction (most are.)

WHAT IT DOES:

  • []Adds a craftable Dog Treat at cooking pots (requires venison or beef, wheat, bone meal, salt pile), weighs 0. 1

    []Adds a new line of dialogue to all animals in the Dog faction of "Good dog! (give treat)", with new super ultra-immersive biscuit chomping sounds! CHOMPF

    []Giving a dog a treat gives them the Animal Nourishment effect, which is a 10 point bonus to Fortify Health and Fortify Stamina for 20 real-life minutes

    []Dog treats are edible by PC for 10 points of health

    []In 3rd person the player can actually be seen handing a treat to the dog (a default dialogue option that apparently isn't used in the vanilla game, that I've seen anyway)

    []Adds Dog Treats to leveled list items for Inns, and also to the Riverwood Trader (makes sense, with a dog being in the town)

    []It adds Stump and Torom to the Dog faction (not sure why there weren't to begin with)

    []Leveled lists and faction tweaks are done with one-time script injection to avoid any conflicts

    []This mod is an ESL/ESPFE (ESL-flagged ESP) so it will not take a slot in your load order

    HOW IT WORKS:

    • []I mimicked the exact way beggars ask for coins in the vanilla game, it's a generic dialogue quest that applies only to dogs, safe and simple, no weird tricks.

      []Leveled list additions and faction tweaks are done with script injection to avoid any conflicts

      • []Install and go

        []This SE version does NOT modify any records directly, so unlike the LE version, no patches are required

        • []Probably nothing, but to be extra safe, open the console and type StopQuest FTA_FavorJobsFeedDogs to make sure the dialogue goes away

          COMPATIBILITY:

          [*]It doesn't conflict with anything, and by virtue of how it's built, sho

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Feed The Animals SSE is a simple gameplay mod that lets you feed friendly dogs treats, granting them a 20-minute stamina and health buff. It works on any friendly dog, follower or not, and is packaged as an ESL/ESPF for minimal load order impact. A lightweight, community-requested port with 300 endorsements.

✨ Key Features

Feed dogs new treats to give them a 20-minute stamina and health buff.
Works on any friendly dog, regardless of follower status.
ESL/ESPF flagged to minimize load order impact.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Simple and effective – just feed a dog and get a buff, no fuss.
  • Works on all friendly dogs, so your pack benefits even if they're not followers.
  • ESL/ESPF means it won't eat your mod slots – nice for load order hoarders.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects dogs – if you're not a dog person, this mod does nothing for you.
  • The buff is temporary (20 minutes) and might feel underwhelming for the effort of feeding.
  • Compatibility risk: any mod that alters dog AI or feeding mechanics could conflict.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love having canine companions and want a little extra survivability for them. If you're a completionist who wants to max out your dog's potential, this is a neat little addition. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay overhauls – this is a niche, quality-of-life tweak.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's ESL/ESPF, you can safely add it to any load order without worrying about the 255 plugin limit.
  • Feed the treats to your dog before a tough fight to get the most out of the 20-minute buff.
  • If you use a mod manager, just download and activate – no manual placement needed.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
fadingsignal
Version
1.0.2
Downloads
27,333
Endorsements
300
Category
Gameplay
Created
4/12/2022
Updated
4/12/2022

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