The Sims 4: Cats and Dogs is a great expansion pack for pet lovers, containing not just pets but a whole new set of items designed around them. However, players may find the lack of choice a little frustrating, and some of the pet beds, bowls, and other items clash with modern builds.
Luckily, custom content creators have stepped in here, creating a range of cute, stylish, and exciting pet items. From new pet beds to service dog harnesses to entire cardboard kingdoms for cats, there's something for every player here. In most cases, the only pack players will need is The Sims 4: Cats and Dogs, but it's always worth checking the download information before installing anything new.
8 Meow And Woof Set by Syboulette
If players are feeling the lack of decent pet items in the Cats & Dogs expansion pack, this is a good bit of CC to start with. The Meow and Woof set by Syboulette contains 8 functional items that actually look good in builds, including a pet tent, a pet bed with built-in shelving, food bowls, and more.
There are 14 color swatches in this set, ranging from dark wood to sage green, so there should be something to suit every Sim home. It's nice to have a decent range of pet beds, and a generous number of items are included in one download.
7 Darth Mewoder Set by Dissia
Okay, so this one is less essential, but it is very cute. The Darth Mewoder hat by Dissia is for cats, and we're sure players can imagine what it involves. It's a little hat, that makes cats look a little like Darth Vader.
There's not much more to say about this. If players have a Sim black cat, this is an excellent choice for comedy purposes. Plus, it allows cats to join in with Halloween celebrations or fancy dress parties, which is an obvious bonus.
6 Akita Panda Dog by PorcelanDolly
The Akita is a popular dog in The Sims. This is another option for players who love these boisterous, cheeky dogs. This skin for the Akita breed by PorcelanDolly makes dogs look quite a lot like pandas. Super cute and perfect if players are bored with the other coat options for the Akita.
It's worth noting that this skin uses eyes by Pralinesims, which players will also need to download for the Akita panda skin to work.
5 Service Dog Harness by Sturmfalke
The lack of disability representation in The Sims is something players have talked about for a long time. Modders have been trying to fill that gap, but there is a long way to go here. These service dog harnesses by Sturmfalke are perfect for roleplaying in The Sims 4, and bandanas are included if players want a change from the full harnesses.
There are 6 different colors to choose from, and they work perfectly for adult or elder dogs.
4 Cardboard Cat Paradise by Around The Sims 4
Why buy expensive cat scratching posts and beds when a cardboard box will do the trick? If players have ever been tempted to build a cardboard kingdom for their pets in real life, they can do it in The Sims instead. The Cardboard Cat Paradise by Around The Sims 4 contains a series of cardboard structures for cats to play on, including a little home and an impressive structure with a bridge.
The best part about this download is that Sims can build these items themselves using the Crafting Table. Craft-happy Sims can level up their skills while building a genuinely useful (and cute) item for their cats.
3 Outfit Pet Weddings Bohemian by DanSimsFantasy
Why should Sim pets miss out on the joy of a wedding? These pet outfits for weddings by DanSimsFantasy are pretty adorable. It contains three different styles, each with several color swatches. They're all floral, lace, and paisley; perfect for a laid-back, bohemian-style Sims wedding.
Plus, one of the color swatches is in the style of a suit, which is adorable for dog Sims.
2 Pet Bed Collection 2 by Sims4Luxury
Minimalist Sims builders may find the lack of modern, monochrome pet objects annoying. Luckily, custom content creators have come to the rescue! The Pet Bed Collection 2 by Sims4Luxury includes 4 swatches for pet beds, all in black-and-white, so pet beds won't stick out like a sore thumb in modern builds.
This means that those gorgeous, minimal, monochrome City Living apartment builds can stay sophisticated, even with the presence of several pet pals.
1 Pet Shop Set by Ruby Red
If players want to set up a pet shop using the Get to Work expansion pack, now they can! This Pet Shop CC Set by Ruby Red contains everything players would want to find in a pet shop: treats, hygiene products, signage, clothing, posters, and more. It's a sweet set and would be the perfect companion to the Cats & Dogs expansion pack.
It's worth checking out Ruby Red's other content, too. They have some great items, including a stylish vet clinic and pet shop, a beautifully designed lot packed with custom content.
The Sims 4 is currently available on PC, macOS, PS4, and Xbox One.