Animal Husbandry Mod (former ButcherMod)
stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements
Animal Husbandry Mod (formerly ButcherMod) enhances Stardew Valley's animal mechanics by adding tools for treating, impregnating, and butchering animals, plus new meat recipes and a TV channel with tips. With 9,644 endorsements and 532,092 downloads, it's a popular gameplay expansion for farmers seeking deeper livestock management.
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Downloads: 532,092 | Endorsements: 9,644💡 Notes
By Digus | v2.8.1 | 9,644 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Place the mod folder in your Stardew Valley 'Mods' directory (requires SMAPI).
Use the new tools on your animals to discover their effects—treats boost friendship, impregnation leads to offspring.
Watch the new TV channel on days when it's available to learn tips about animal care.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Huge community trust: 9,644 endorsements and over half a million downloads.
- Expands vanilla animal mechanics with treats, breeding, and butchering.
- Adds new meat recipes and a TV channel for tips, giving more content.
👎 Cons
- Butchering animals might be a turn-off for players who prefer a cozy, non-violent farm.
- No detailed instructions provided in the description—you'll need to figure out specifics in-game.
- Last updated March 2026; check compatibility with your current game version.