Dungeons & Dragons Dog Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Dog.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

In Dungeons & Dragons, a dog can be a companion, NPC, summoned creature, or even a playable character under special circumstances. Dogs appear in various editions as simple domesticated animals or trained war dogs, often statted as a Beast with low intelligence but keen senses. In 5th Edition, the Mastiff is a common representation, with keen smell, a decent bite attack, and the ability to serve as a mount for Small creatures.

Dogs can be found as loyal pets, guard animals, or trained hunting companions. They often accompany rangers, druids, or nobles, and some can even be acquired through spells like Find Familiar (though typically limited to specific creatures) or Conjure Animals. Certain subclasses, such as the Beast Master ranger, allow players to bond with an animal companion, which could be a dog if the DM permits.

Dogs can also serve as plot devices, leading adventurers to lost travelers, detecting hidden dangers, or delivering messages. Some magical or celestial dogs exist, such as the Blink Dog, a fey creature with the ability to teleport short distances. War dogs and trained combat animals may be used in armies or by mercenaries.

Homebrew and third-party supplements often expand the role of dogs, offering detailed mechanics for playing as a canine character or giving unique traits to individual breeds. While not a default player race, a DM may allow a sentient or magically enhanced dog as a playable character.

Dogs in D&D add companionship, roleplay opportunities, and practical utility. Whether as a faithful pet, a trained battle partner, or a magical beast, they bring personality and warmth to adventuring parties.