Wolf Follower - Dynamic pet including Hunger and Growth system - SE

⭐ ⭐ (600 endorsements) 📥 17,395 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 3/18/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By hypno88 · Followers & Companions - Creatures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/18/2020 📅 Created: 3/18/2020
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 11 Followers & Companions - Creatures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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---Notes from the guy who ported this to SE----

Thjis Mod wasn't created by me, this was done by Hypno88.

1.- IF YOU DON'T HAVE MEAT ON YOUR INVENTORY THE LITTLE WOLF WON'T GIVE YOU THE CHAT OPTIONS.

2.- IN THE MCM YOU HAVE TO CHOSE THE GROW RATE BEFORE YOU FIRST TALK WITH THE WOLF OTHERWISE WON'T WORK.

3.- ON MCM PLEASE DON'T TRY TO USE THE OPTION OF NAMING THE WOLF

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Description

This mod adds to the game a new wolf companion to accompany you on your travels. He starts off as a puppy and grows up over time (default: 10 game-weeks). Every day he gets hungry so you need to feed him some raw meat. There are a few special commands that unlock as he grows. Finally, you have the option of giving him a fully custom name

Requirements

Latest version of SKSE (http://skse.silverlock.org/)

Location - He can be found at a clearing in the woods, at the foot of the mountains near Riverwood's South Gate, sniffing around the corpse of his recently deceased mother (poor chap). You will need to give him some meat to entice him to follow you.

Growth - By default, every seven days the wolf will grow a stage. What this actually means is his health and damage go up 0. 1 (he starts at 0. 6 of the vanilla adult wolf for both stats) and his model grows in scale by 0. 1 (he starts at scale 0. 3 of the vanilla wolf), also on the third and sixth stage there is a mesh swap (he starts with a "Puppy" mesh, then there's a "Teen" mesh and finally the vanilla adult mesh). If you leave him at home, the growth mechanic will continue regardless

Hunger - Roughly every day, the wolf will get hungry. You will need to give him some meat (through dialogue) in order to feed him. You will be notified that he is hungry by text in the top left corner. The time between notifications by default is 2 minutes and the time it takes for your wolf to next get hungry is calculated by taking the static, configurable number (default 15) then adding a random number between 1 and 10. Each day you let him go hungry, he will suffer progressively worse detrimental effects, on the seventh day he dies. If you leave him at home using the dismiss dialogue option then this system will turn off until you "hire" him again, but if you leave him somewhere using the "wait" dialogue and don't return then he'll die (i havn't tested this yet).

Naming - Thanks to the genius of TaichiKid, you are able to name your wolf anything you like. When you first hire him, a menu will pop up asking if you wish to name him. When you click yes, the

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a wolf companion that starts as a puppy and grows into an adult over 10 game-weeks. Requires daily feeding of raw meat to keep him happy. A simple pet mod for Skyrim players who want a dynamic animal follower.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new wolf companion that starts as a puppy and grows over time (default: 10 game-weeks).
Wolf gets hungry every day and must be fed raw meat.
Growth system changes the wolf's appearance as it matures.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • 600 endorsements and 17k downloads—this mod has a solid following.
  • The growth system adds a unique twist, making your pet feel alive as it matures.
  • Simple concept: feed your wolf, watch it grow—easy to understand and use.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2020, so it might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
  • Daily feeding could get tedious if you're not into micromanaging pets.
  • Only a few features described—might feel shallow if you want more depth.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a loyal pet that grows and needs care. If you enjoy immersive pet mechanics and don't mind feeding your companion, this is for you. Skip if you prefer a simple follower without upkeep.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to have raw meat in your inventory before the wolf gets hungry, or he might become unhappy.
  • If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid conflicts.
  • Check if your Skyrim version is compatible, since the mod hasn't been updated since 2020.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
hypno88
Version
1.0
Downloads
17,395
Endorsements
600
Category
Followers & Companions - Creatures
Created
3/18/2020
Updated
3/18/2020

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