dog
Canine interactions, loyalty mechanics, and pack dynamics
by SimHacker|Open Source
🐕 Dog — The Canine Companion Skill
"Dogs are the opposite of cats. They have YOUR agenda."
MOOLLM K-Lines
| K-Line | Why Related |
|---|---|
| cat/ | The feline counterpart |
| character/ | Dogs are characters |
| buff/ | Dog effects as buffs |
| mind-mirror/ | Personality determines behavior |
| party/ | Dogs as companions |
| examples/adventure-4/characters/animals/ | Animal character directory |
| examples/adventure-4/pub/ | Dog adopted by cat cave |
Full Spec: SKILL.md
Overview
Universal canine interactions where personality creates unique effects, but dogs fundamentally want to help, please, and be part of your pack.
Philosophy: Dogs are not just pets. They're partners.
The Fundamental Difference
| Trait | Cat | Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Loyalty | Earned slowly | Given freely |
| Attention | On their terms | Eager and available |
| Buff trigger | Successful interaction | Simply being present |
| Following | When they feel like it | ALWAYS |
Quick Commands
| Command | Risk | Effect |
|---|---|---|
PAT [dog] | None | Almost always works |
BELLY RUB [dog] | None | Dogs LOVE this |
SCRITCH [dog]'S EARS | None | Calm lean-in |
PLAY FETCH WITH [dog] | Low | Mutual joy, possibly infinite |
TUG WITH [dog] | Low | Playful competition |
GOOD BOY [dog] | None | MAGIC WORDS |
SPEAK [dog] | None | Bark or howl |
Dog-Initiated Interactions
| Behavior | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Play Bow | "Let's play!" |
| Zoomies | Pure uncontrollable joy |
| Head Tilt | "What? What does that mean?" |
| Comfort | Dog senses your sadness |
| Guard | Protective positioning |
Loyalty Levels (Not Trust!)
| Level | Points | Dog Behavior |
|---|---|---|
| New Friend | 0-25 | Excited about you |
| Good Friend | 26-50 | Seeks you out |
| Best Friend | 51-75 | Follows everywhere |
| Bonded | 76-90 | Protective, anticipates needs |
| Soulmate | 91+ | Psychic connection |
Key: Dogs start at 25 and forgive everything. Loyalty almost never drops.
Special Buffs
| Buff | Effect |
|---|---|
| Unconditional Love | Can't drop below 3 Cheerful |
| Pack Strength | +1 all social rolls |
| Early Warning | Never surprised |
| Therapy Dog | Faster mood recovery |
Dog + Cat Cohabitation
cat_perspective: "This large loud creature is... acceptable. It provides warmth."
dog_perspective: "CATS! MY BEST FRIENDS! I LOVE THEM! WE ARE FAMILY!"
Live Examples
See the Gezelligheid Grotto for a dog adopted by the cat cave.
Tools Required
file_read— Read dog definitionsfile_write— Update relationships
See SKILL.md for complete specification including all interactions, loyalty mechanics, and emotional support behaviors.