In the online version of Famine, pets have no practical function, just as decorations to accompany players on the desolate map. Pets should be fed, although they don't require much food.

But in some MODS, players can have pets similar to other games. These pets can fight monsters, pick up things, and even restore san value, generate fuel and synthesize bells.

Generally speaking, in the original game, the role of pets is mainly to increase the fun of the game and let players have more companionship in the process of exploring the world.