How to Tame a Wolf in Minecraft

Are you ready to start your very own Wolfpack? The most sacred bond of companionship. Well if your answer is yes you have come to the right place, as today we take a look at how players can tame wolves in Minecraft and how it can benefit your gameplay and provide you with fun activities on the side.  

What do you need

To tame a wolf in Minecraft you need to have its favourite snack which are bones. Players can easily acquire bones as they are some of the most common resources in game which can be easily obtained through a short detour. Players can kill different types of enemies in game to obtain a good chunk of bones be it regular skeletons Wither skeletons, skeleton horses, or strays. Or the player can explore structures or dungeons with chests scattered around them in which bones can be easily found. 

Find a Wolf 

Now that you have acquired a bunch of bones, now its time to find some wolves as animals in game wolves are found in biomes which are suitable to their habitat with different variations of wolves each respectively having their own set biomes for example Snow Wolves will be found near or in Biomes which are colder in weather. 

Once found, be careful not to hit any of them, even accidentally. If you harm a single wolf, the entire pack will gang up on you and attack. Players should approach the wolf pack or individual wolves with calm and without harming them as they wont outright attack the player unless harmed first. 

Now follow these steps in sequence to tame your very own companion 

  1. Prepare Bones: Place the bones on your hotbar and select them.
  1. Approach: Walk up to a wolf slowly and steadily 
  1. Taming: Select bones and Right-click the wolf with the bones.
  1. Observe Particles: If the wolf isn’t tamed instantly, black particles will appear.
  1. Repeat Taming Attempt: Continue right-clicking the wolf with the bones, as each bone has about a 33% chance to tame the wolf, making the process somewhat random.
  1. Check for Heart Particles: Once the wolf is tamed, heart particles will appear above its head, indicating it now loves you.
  1. Verify Sitting Behaviour: In the Java version of Minecraft, the tamed dog will then sit.

Now your companion is good to go and will follow you till the end of your uncharted journey which is taming the Enderdragon and declaring yourself the true survivor in the world of Minecraft. 

Benefits of a Wolf companion 

Defence: Wolves will attack hostile mobs that harm the player, providing an extra layer of protection. They can deter and fight off threats like skeletons, spiders, and zombies.

Hunting Assistance: Wolves can help in hunting animals like sheep, cows, and pigs, making it easier to gather resources like meat and wool.

Guards: Wolves can act as guards around your base, attacking any hostile mobs that come close.

Mob Deterrence: The presence of wolves can also deter some hostile mobs from approaching you, as they prioritise attacking the wolves.

And the biggest reason anyone would tame wolves is because they are the most adorable companion in the game with various breeds making up the diversity. Wolf companions act as a fun addition to Minecraft. Helping players stay distracted and enjoying the  company of their loyal pet companion. 

Summary 

Minecraft stands out as one of the best simulation games, offering limitless possibilities and catering to players of all ages. Its welcoming nature makes it a diverse game with something for everyone, whether you’re a hardcore gamer or a casual player. You can find the best and most affordable deals on Minecraft and its various versions right here on Driffle.

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