), type testingcheats true , then cas.fulleditmode . Shift-click your Sim to enter CAS and "Add a Sim" to select a pet. 3. Befriending a Stray

: Purchase a retail lot and fill it with pet supplies like toys, bowls, and treats.

For a more "rags to riches" story, your Sim can adopt a stray they meet in the world.

If you want a pet with a specific personality or look (like a purple polka-dotted dog), you can create them yourself.

: You can use a cheat to add a pet to a family you’ve already started. Open the cheat console (

: You must have the The Sims 4: Cats & Dogs expansion pack installed to access any of these features.

: Visit the docks or parks in Brindleton Bay (the world included with the Cats & Dogs expansion) where strays often roam.

The most common way to get a pet is through the .