20 Jul 2026Developer post

Animal Shelter 2 - Anniversary Update is HERE!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 The Anniversary Update is officially OUT NOW for Animal Shelter 2! 🎉 The biggest update for Animal Shelter 2 has arrived, bringing new features, improvements, and quality-of-life changes that make running your shelter better than ever. Whether you're cari

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋

The Anniversary Update is officially OUT NOW for Animal Shelter 2! 🎉

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

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The biggest update for Animal Shelter 2 has arrived, bringing new features, improvements, and quality-of-life changes that make running your shelter better than ever.

Whether you're caring for animals with friends, managing your shelter, or simply spending time with your furry companions, there is something new waiting for everyone! ❤️

Here’s what the Anniversary Update brings:

Improved multiplayer adoptions – every player can now adopt their own animal! 🐶
A brand-new vaccination mechanic to help keep your shelter healthy 💉
Enhanced adoption listings – better photos and presentation now affect an animal's appeal 📸
Expanded animal interactions with their environment, making them feel more alive than ever 🐾
New enclosures designed especially for puppies and kittens 🏠
Expanded shelter staff management with more control over your employees 👷
New shelter equipment, including bowls, containers, fences, and storage solutions 🥣
A new water refill mechanic for filling empty bottles using a water dispenser 💧
A redesigned shop experience with sorting, filters, improved readability, and other quality-of-life improvements 🛒
Major AI improvements for both animals and NPCs 🧠
More interactive objects throughout the shelter ✋
Greater weather variety to make every day at the shelter feel unique 🌦️
Visual improvements with enhanced lighting and environmental details ✨
New sound effects to make your shelter feel more immersive 🔊
Investigating Missing Pets and finding their owners 🔍
And much more! 🔥

We’re incredibly excited for you to finally experience everything the Anniversary Update has to offer. Many of these improvements and additions came directly from your feedback, your ideas, and your passion for the game.

We wanted to create an Animal Shelter experience that truly deserves you. A home not only for animals, but also for everyone who has supported us along the way. ❤️

See you in the shelter! 🐾

Animal Shelter 2 Team

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25 Jun 2026Developer post

Steam Summer Sale is here!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 We are part of the Steam Summer Sale 2026! On this occasion, we have special discounts for you! 🥳 One of the biggest events on Steam every year, the Summer Sale brings amazing deals on games across all genres, giving players the perfect chance to expand t

29 Apr 2026Developer post

Animal Shelter 2 - Hunting Dogs Pack OUT RIGHT NOW!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 The wait is finally over - it’s time to welcome a brand new group of energetic companions to your shelter! 🐕✨ We’re happy to announce that the Hunting Dogs Pack is now available for Animal Shelter 2! 🎉 Prepare your shelter for the arrival of some of the

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋

The wait is finally over - it’s time to welcome a brand new group of energetic companions to your shelter! 🐕✨

We’re happy to announce that the Hunting Dogs Pack is now available for Animal Shelter 2! 🎉

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4613570/Animal_Shelter_2__Hunting_Dogs_Pack/

Prepare your shelter for the arrival of some of the most loyal, intelligent and active dogs out there. Hunting dogs are known for their energy and sharp minds and now they’re ready to become part of your daily routine. 💛

You’ll get the chance to meet almost all of the included breeds at different stages of life - from adorable puppies, through energetic adults, to wise senior dogs. Each stage brings its own charm and small differences, making every encounter feel a bit more unique as you help them find their perfect forever homes 🏡
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gif1KRxuyZQ
🟢 9 unique hunting dog breeds
Your shelter will welcome a diverse group of companions, each with their own unique appearance and characteristics:

Dalmatian
Jack Russell Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Airedale Terrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
English Setter
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Weimaraner
Polish Hunting Dog

🟢 Life stages system
Take care of almost all breeds as puppies, adults and elderly dogs. Watching them grow and change adds a new layer to the experience and lets you connect with them in different ways.

🟢 More life in your shelter
These dogs bring a lot of energy and presence, making your shelter feel even more lively and dynamic as you care for them and prepare them for adoption.

🔷 If you’ve been thinking about trying Animal Shelter 2 but haven’t picked it up yet, now is a great opportunity - bundles are available to help you get the game along with DLCs and new Pack at an even better price 👇

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/69925/Animal_Shelter_2_Family/

🔷 Already own the base game?
You can grab the Pack at a discounted price and expand your shelter with even more content 👇

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/74899/Hunting_Dogs_Pack/

We can’t wait to hear what you think - make sure to share your feedback with us! 💬

See you in the shelter!
Animal Shelter 2 Team

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22 Apr 2026Developer post

Animal Shelter 2 - Hunting Dogs DLC Announcement!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 We’re excited to announce that the Hunting Dogs DLC for Animal Shelter 2 will launch on April 29, 2026! 🐾 Get ready to welcome some of the most loyal, intelligent and energetic dogs into your shelter. Don’t forget to add the DLC to your Steam Wishlist so

06 Mar 2026Developer post

Animal Shelter 2 - Vet Clinic DLC OUT RIGHT NOW!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 The doors are open, the equipment brand fresh and shining! There are plenty of animals waiting for your help! It is time to open the Vet Clinic! 🏥 We are excited to announce that the Vet Clinic DLC is now available to play! 😻 New additions and interactio

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋

The doors are open, the equipment brand fresh and shining! There are plenty of animals waiting for your help! It is time to open the Vet Clinic! 🏥

We are excited to announce that the Vet Clinic DLC is now available to play! 😻

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4247800/Animal_Shelter_2__Vet_Clinic_DLC/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pM3fzWGP_GI

New additions and interactions to your shelter with Vet Clinic DLC:

🏥 Professional facilities

Patients with complex cases need complex tools to diagnose and treat them. Unlock new rooms and equipment to take in animals that need your care the most. Expand your vet clinic with an underground area reserved for MRI and x-ray rooms, all customizable to align with your taste. 🚑

😽 Help animals

The animals you care for may have illnesses or conditions that you have not encountered before. Use advanced medical equipment to pinpoint the exact illness that affects the animal, including the ten new ailments added. Analyze samples, scan body parts, scale teeth, apply ointments, and more in order to give your pets complete care! 🪥

🤒 Physical and mental health for your animals

Physical health, as important as it is, is not all that there is to an animal’s well-being. After purchasing a clicker in the store, you’ll be able to train your animals commands and encourage desired behaviors. Training the animals in your shelter not only stimulates their mind, but also corrects unwanted behaviors, making them more appealing to adopters. 💕

🔥 New minigames and mechanics!

The new ways to care for your animals’ health are varied and can involve fun minigames that you have to play in order to place a correct diagnosis. Train your pets’ mind and nose with the new nosework mechanic by creating scent trails that they have to follow. Encourage the traits you want and correct the ones you don’t by training with a clicker. 🐕

🔷 For all the players who are interested in trying out Animal Shelter and didn’t have a chance to buy it yet we are giving a bundle so so you can increase the launch discount even more! 👇

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/69925/Animal_Shelter_2_Family/

🔷 For all those that already own the base game you will be able to buy Vet Clinic DLC at a lower price! 👇

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/69919/Vet_Clinic/

Don't forget to join the Discord and share your opinion! 💬

Get your gloves on!
Animal Shelter 2 Team

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16 Feb 2026Developer post

🐎 LUNAR NEW YEAR EVENT! 🐎

🐉 Happy Chinese New Year to our players celebrating around the world! 🥂 2026 marks the Year of the Horse 🐎 - so get ready for a celebration full of energy, good fortune and of course… adorable pets! To celebrate, we’ve prepared a special Chinese New Year Event in Animal Shelte

🐉 Happy Chinese New Year to our players celebrating around the world! 🥂

2026 marks the Year of the Horse 🐎 - so get ready for a celebration full of energy, good fortune and of course… adorable pets!

To celebrate, we’ve prepared a special Chinese New Year Event in Animal Shelter! 🥳 Just like before, event items will be marked in the shop with a special ribbon 🎀 And yes, just like last time, some items will stay with you after the event ends!

🎊 Items to pick up

🐟 Lucky Fish - for prosperity and good vibes (sadly, still doesn’t reduce cleaning duty).
🦁 Guardian Lion Statue – because your shelter deserves royal protection.
🌳 Money Tree - we can’t promise extra funds… but it looks convincing.
🐎 Horse Statue - a tribute to the Year of the Horse! Maybe it’ll inspire your pups to run faster?
🏮 Festive Lantern - because everything looks better in warm, cozy light.
🩳 Clothes for the little guys - Time to dress up your favorite pets again! 👕
🦁 Dancing Lion Hat - dramatic entrance guaranteed.
🐰 Lucky Slippers - festive and fashionable (pets may not appreciate them, but you will).
🎀Coin Glasses - maximum prosperity style unlocked.
🧣 Decorated Shawl - perfect for those emotional “goodbye adoption day” moments.

🪑 Furniture

You might remember this one… 😏
🛒 THE CART makes its glorious return!

🎉 Map Changes

🌙Night falls over Animal Shelter once again
😮The rooftop won’t host a party this time - instead, it’s glowing with hanging lanterns
🏮🗞You’ll notice flying lanterns in the sky and festive posters around the shelter
✨Garlands and traditional statues decorate the fences
🤩And yes… the gate is dressed up again

🚐 Other Changes

🎆The van bringing animals to your shelter gets a bold, festive makeover

🤯 Keeping Event Exclusive Items

Just like in previous New Year events:
Furniture and items purchased and PLACED during the ⭐event⭐ will stay in your shelter after it ends 😊

However, clothes for animals, environmental decorations, van color changes and similar festive elements will disappear after the event, so make the most of them while they’re here! 🤗

⏰ When?

The event starts 16.02.2026 and ends 25.02.2026 at 7 PM CET.

And this time… we better see your decorated shelters 👀
Share your screenshots on Discord and Steam!

See you soon,
Animal Shelter Team

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12 Feb 2026Developer post

Animal Shelter 2 - Vet Clinic DLC Announcement!

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋 Completely new ways of taking care of your animals are coming at your doorstep with the new upcoming DLC! 🐶 We are happy to announce that the Animal Shelter 2 family will expand with a new DLC - Vet Clinic! 🏥 But wait, wait... because the premiere is nex

Hello Animal Lovers! 👋

Completely new ways of taking care of your animals are coming at your doorstep with the new upcoming DLC! 🐶

We are happy to announce that the Animal Shelter 2 family will expand with a new DLC - Vet Clinic! 🏥

But wait, wait... because the premiere is next month! 👇 🤯

Vet Clicnic DLC premiere March 6, 2026! 🎉

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4247800/Animal_Shelter_2__Vet_Clinic_DLC/

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