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Little Friends DLC Release Date

Hello Animal Lovers! ๐Ÿ‘‹


[h3]The squeaks and sounds of scratching are getting closer and we now know the release date of the Little Friends DLC. You will be able to get a plethora of new fuzzy friends next year...[/h3]




January 12, 2026! ๐Ÿฅณ


https://store.steampowered.com/app/4119650/Animal_Shelter_2__Little_Friends_DLC/

[h3]Waiting for you will be: [/h3]
๐Ÿฆฆ Ferrets
๐Ÿ Mice
๐Ÿน Hamsters
๐Ÿญ Gerbils
๐Ÿฟ๏ธ Degus
๐Ÿ€ Rats
๐Ÿฝ Guinea Pigs
All are just restless to meet you!

Every new animal in Little Friends DLC has its own personality and needs, whether itโ€™s a certain type of food or a specific cage layout. In the upcoming DLC you will learn what each one requires, tailor their spaces, and shape your shelter to give them the best care possible before finding homes that will love them forever! โค๏ธ

[h3]Major Update for the full version[/h3]
With the release of the DLC, we also developed the full version of the game with additional content, but more on that soon. ๐Ÿ˜Š

[h3]Do not forget about the upcoming premiere and get ready for the new adventure, so Wishlist and Follow the Little Friends DLC today! โœ…

And if you wanna get with us on Little Hype Train, don't forget to join the Discord!๐Ÿ’ฌ[/h3]



We wish you a fuzzy Christmas!
Animal Shelter 2 Team

Nominated for the Steam Awards! ๐Ÿ†

Hello Animal Lovers! ๐Ÿ‘‹


[h3]Big news! Our game has been nominated for the Sit Back and Relax award in this yearโ€™s Steam Awards 2025 - thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way!๐ŸŽ‰[/h3]

This nomination means a lot to us, as we worked hard to make a game that would truly be something you can enjoy, relax and disappear into the gameplay of Animal Shelter 2 without any worry of the outside world! ๐Ÿ˜ป



This year was really special for us, Animal Shelter 2 had its premiere just a few months ago! It was a journey full of adventures that you shared with us, without you Animal Shelter 2 wouldnโ€™t be here thanks to your constant support and feedback after the first Animal Shelter! Without you there wouldnโ€™t be Little Friends DLC just around the corner for you to try out!
Without you we wouldnโ€™t be on this yearโ€™s Steam Awards! ๐Ÿ”ฅ


This recognition reminds us that our passion for creating heartwarming gameplay stands with the community, and that means everything! ๐Ÿถ

If you think Animal Shelter 2 deserves this award, you can vote for us now! ๐Ÿ˜Š

[h3]Let's make this happen together! ๐Ÿ’ช[/h3]



Thank you,
Animal Shelter 2 Team

Upcomign DLC - Little Friends!

Hello Animal Lovers! ๐Ÿ‘‹


[h3]Get ready to welcome some adorable new residents to your shelter! ๐Ÿฅฐ [/h3]

[h3]The Little Friends DLC brings even more life, playfulness, and heart to Animal Shelter 2 - add to your Steam Wishlist so you don't miss the premiere! ๐Ÿค— ๐Ÿ‘‡[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4119650/Animal_Shelter_2__Little_Friends_DLC/
This time, you will be looking after a whole new group of adorable small animals - from ferrets and hamsters to guinea pigs and more. Expand your shelter, learn how to care for them, and help these tiny cuties find their forever homes! ๐Ÿ˜Š

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[h3]Here is whatโ€™s waiting for you:[/h3]
๐ŸŸข Meet new animal species - Ferrets, mice, hamsters, gerbils, degus, rats, and guinea pigs are moving in! Each has unique looks and personalities to discover.
๐ŸŸข New challenges - Learn their individual needs, prepare special cages and diets, and adjust your shelter to keep them healthy and happy before adoption.
๐ŸŸข A brand-new building - Construct a special facility dedicated to small pets! Customize, arrange cozy terrariums, and watch your tiny friends enjoy their own play area.

Remember to add it to your Steam Wishlist to be the first to know about the premiere! โœ…



See you soon!
Animal Shelter 2 Team

Animal Shelter 2 is part of Steam Animal Fest!

Greetings Animal Players! ๐Ÿ‘‹


We're happy to announce that Animal Shelter 2 is part of Steam Animal Fest!

Steam Animal Fest is here, where you can play thousands of games made for all the fans of animals! ๐Ÿ”ฅ




Join us with the Animal Shelter and give every furry friend a second chance at happiness! ๐Ÿพ Play, cuddle, and even style them in adorable outfits. Learn their personalities and help match them with the perfect family. Team up with friends in co-op mode to run your shelter together and spread the love!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2658510/Animal_Shelter_2


If you want to know more, ask questions, be a part of the community, we invite you to our official Discord server! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

๐Ÿพ Big Free Update Coming to Animal Shelter 2! ๐Ÿพ

[h2]Hello amazing shelter friends! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ[/h2]

[h3]Weโ€™re thrilled to share that our team is working around the clock on a massive free update that will make Animal Shelter 2 even more emotional, immersive and fun! ๐Ÿ’›[/h3]


This update will add a whole new layer of gameplay. Youโ€™ll be able to help lost animals find their true owners. Hereโ€™s a sneak peek at whatโ€™s coming:

โœจ Microchips & Collars โ€“ Check if pets are microchipped, read the address on their collars and gather information.
โœจ Lost & Found Board โ€“ Browse posts about missing animals and match them with the furry friends in your shelter.
โœจ Detective Fun โ€“ Solve little mysteries by connecting the right pet with the right owner. Every successful reunion feels amazing!
โœจ Rewards & Achievements โ€“ Earn unique prizes for reuniting pets with their humans, making your shelter even more special.


This addition will bring a whole new emotional depth to your shelter adventures and give you that warm, fuzzy feeling every time a pet goes home. ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’–

[h3]We donโ€™t have an exact release date yet, but weโ€™ll be sharing updates regularly, so keep your eyes peeled! ๐Ÿ‘€[/h3]

Thank you all for your incredible support. We canโ€™t wait for you to experience this new chapter in Animal Shelter 2! ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰

See you soon,
Animal Shelter 2 Team