Dog Companion WoW - How to Get Faithful Dog in TWW
Dog has followed WoW players since Mists of Pandaria through every expansion. This guide covers each location and the steps to collect the Faithful Dog in TWW.
By:
John Langan
Key Takeaways
- The Dog companion first appeared in Mists of Pandaria at the Tillers Farm, Valley of the Four Winds, unlockable after completing the "Lost and Lonely" quest once players reached Revered reputation with The Tillers.
- In Warlords of Draenor, Dog moved into the player's Garrison Herb Garden; the Herb Garden had to be built before Dog appeared there.
- In Legion Patch 7.2 (April 2017), players discovered a Loose Pebble in the cobblestone streets of Dalaran and returned it to Dog, triggering a secret quest chain that brought Dog to Breanni's Magical Menagerie pet shop in Dalaran.
- In the previous expansion, Dalaran was destroyed at Tranquil Strand on the Isle of Dorn during the opening scenario. Dog survived, and players who completed all prior expansion steps could claim the Faithful Dog companion by interacting with a Half-Buried Dog Bowl at coordinates 31.45, 51.31 on Tranquil Strand.
- Faithful Dog is a permanent vanity companion, not a battle pet: it cannot be used in Pet Battles but follows the player throughout Khaz Algar.
- Collecting Faithful Dog requires completing each prior expansion's step in sequence. Players who skipped an expansion must go back and complete that step before the Tranquil Strand bowl becomes interactive.
The sections below trace Dog's full history across WoW expansions and detail the steps needed to add Faithful Dog to your collection.
From Farm Dog to Garrison Guardian
The Dog companion made its first appearance in Mists of Pandaria at Sunsong Ranch, Valley of the Four Winds. The companion was not automatically available. Players first had to reach Revered reputation with The Tillers faction and then complete the "Lost and Lonely" quest, which required feeding 20 Tasty T-Bones to a stray dog found in the Heartland west of Halfhill. After the quest, Dog settled at the farm and responded to player emotes like /pet and /love, a small touch that endeared it to the community quickly.
In Warlords of Draenor, Dog reappeared in a new home: the player's Garrison Herb Garden at either Frostwall (Horde) or Lunarfall (Alliance). Dog only appeared once a Herb Garden of any rank had been constructed. Players who had not built one did not see Dog there. The pattern of Dog following players across expansions established itself here, with the Herb Garden serving as the WoD chapter in the ongoing companion story.
Dog's Time in Dalaran
The Loose Pebble Secret in Legion
Legion introduced Dog's most elaborate chapter. When players moved to the Broken Isles, Dog was left behind in Draenor, until Patch 7.2 in April 2017. Community members, reportedly tipped off by game designer Muffinus, discovered a Loose Pebble lying in the cobblestone streets of Legion Dalaran. Returning that pebble to Dog back in the Garrison Herb Garden triggered a short quest chain that transported Dog to Dalaran. Dog ultimately settled at Breanni's Magical Menagerie, where the in-game description noted that Dog's coat was gleaming and Breanni was clearly taking good care of it.
During Battle for Azeroth, Shadowlands, and Dragonflight, Dog remained at the Magical Menagerie in Dalaran, a welcome constant for players who knew where to look.
TWW: Faithful Dog in Khaz Algar
The previous expansion's opening scenario, "Fate of Dalaran," shook the story considerably: Dalaran was transported to Khaz Algar and destroyed at Tranquil Strand on the Isle of Dorn. Dog survived. Players who had completed all prior expansion steps (the Tillers quest, the Herb Garden appearance, and the Legion pebble chain) could find a Half-Buried Dog Bowl at coordinates 31.45, 51.31 on Tranquil Strand. Interacting with the bowl (with those prerequisites completed) awarded the Faithful Dog as a collectible vanity companion.
Faithful Dog was a meaningful upgrade from the earlier NPC encounters: in prior expansions Dog was an ambient character players could visit; in TWW it became a proper collectible companion that followed the player through Khaz Algar. Players looking to engage with TWW's Khaz Algar content can explore our Delves carry services for assistance with Bountiful Delves and related content.
⚠️ Faithful Dog requires every prior expansion step to be completed in sequence. Players who did not complete the Herb Garden step in WoD, or the Loose Pebble quest chain in Legion, must return to those expansions and complete those steps before the Tranquil Strand bowl becomes interactive.
Dog's Journey Through WoW Expansions
The table summarizes Dog's location and role in each expansion where it appeared:
| Expansion | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mists of Pandaria | Interactable NPC (unlock via Tillers Revered + "Lost and Lonely" quest) | Sunsong Ranch, Valley of the Four Winds |
| Warlords of Draenor | Garrison resident (requires Herb Garden) | Player Garrison (Frostwall / Lunarfall) |
| Legion (Patch 7.2) | Secret chain via Loose Pebble, then Magical Menagerie resident | Breanni's Magical Menagerie, Dalaran |
| BfA / Shadowlands / Dragonflight | Ambient NPC at same Dalaran location | Breanni's Magical Menagerie, Dalaran |
| War Within (TWW) | Collectible vanity companion (Faithful Dog) | Half-Buried Dog Bowl, Tranquil Strand, Isle of Dorn |
With those milestones covered, the FAQ below addresses the most common questions about collecting Dog and the Faithful Dog companion.
FAQ
Where was the Dog companion in Mists of Pandaria?
Dog appeared at Sunsong Ranch in the Valley of the Four Winds in Mists of Pandaria. Players had to reach Revered reputation with The Tillers faction and complete the "Lost and Lonely" quest: feeding 20 Tasty T-Bones to a stray dog found in the Heartland west of Halfhill, before Dog moved into the farm.
How did Dog get to Dalaran in Legion?
In Patch 7.2 (April 2017), players discovered a Loose Pebble in the cobblestone streets of Legion Dalaran. Returning it to Dog in the Garrison Herb Garden triggered a short quest chain that moved Dog to Breanni's Magical Menagerie in Dalaran. The pebble mechanic was reportedly linked to hints seeded by Blizzard encounter designer Muffinus, though no official confirmation was published.
What is the Faithful Dog in TWW?
The Faithful Dog is a vanity companion collectible introduced in TWW (Patch 11.0.2). It is obtained by interacting with a Half-Buried Dog Bowl at coordinates 31.45, 51.31 on Tranquil Strand, Isle of Dorn, provided the player has completed Dog's companion steps in all prior expansions. Unlike in previous expansions, Faithful Dog is a proper collectible that follows the player through the game.
Is the Faithful Dog a battle pet?
No. The Faithful Dog is a vanity companion only: it cannot participate in Pet Battles. It follows the player as an ambient NPC companion, responding to emotes like /pet, /love, and /kiss, but has no combat function. Players who want a Dog-type battle pet should look at other WoW pet options on Wowhead.
Do you need to complete prior expansion Dog steps to get Faithful Dog?
Yes. Faithful Dog is a legacy-chain companion: players must complete every prior expansion's Dog step in sequence: the Tillers Revered quest in MoP, the Herb Garden in WoD, and the Loose Pebble chain in Legion, before the Half-Buried Dog Bowl at Tranquil Strand becomes interactive. Players who skipped an expansion must return and complete that step.
Is the Faithful Dog still obtainable?
Yes. The Faithful Dog companion remains obtainable. The Tranquil Strand Dog Bowl on the Isle of Dorn is still present for players who complete the prerequisite steps across all prior expansions. Khaz Algar and its content remain fully accessible to current players.
What expansions does the Dog companion appear in?
Dog appeared in Mists of Pandaria (Tillers Farm), Warlords of Draenor (Garrison Herb Garden), Legion (Dalaran Magical Menagerie via Loose Pebble), Battle for Azeroth, Shadowlands, Dragonflight (all as ambient NPC at the same Dalaran location), and TWW, where it became a collectible companion called Faithful Dog.
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