What to know
- The Hernandian Short-Haired Cat can be found in Florindale, Pororin, and South Hernand.
- Cats increase trust when fed fish, milk, or cheese.
- Fast traveling may sometimes change the pet’s color appearance temporarily.
- Reaching 100% trust allows the pet to fully bond with your character.
In Crimson Desert, pets are scattered throughout towns and villages, and the Hernandian Short-Haired Cat is one of the easier companions to locate once you know where to search. While the cat itself is not tied to combat, it is part of the game’s growing pet and trust system, where feeding and interaction gradually improve companionship levels.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Pet Name | Hernandian Short-Haired Cat |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Main Locations | Florindale, Pororin, South Hernand |
| Preferred Food | Fish, Milk, Cheese |
| Trust Requirement | Feed regularly to reach 100% |
| Special Note | Color may visually change after fast travel |
Where to find the Hernandian Short-Haired Cat
The Hernandian Short-Haired Cat appears in several populated settlements throughout the Hernand region. Players have reported consistent sightings in Florindale, Pororin, and parts of South Hernand. These cats usually wander close to homes, market paths, resting areas, or village corners rather than isolated wilderness zones.
In Florindale, the cat commonly patrols quieter residential sections near wooden fences and side pathways. In Pororin, you can usually spot it moving around village centers or close to NPC gathering spots. Meanwhile, in South Hernand, the cat tends to stay near larger settlement roads and storage areas.
Because the pet AI moves dynamically, the exact standing position may differ slightly each visit. If you do not immediately see the cat, walking around nearby structures or waiting a short time often helps it respawn into view.
How to increase the cat’s trust level
The trust mechanic for cats in Crimson Desert is straightforward but requires consistency. Unlike dogs, which prefer meat or bones, cats respond best to fish, milk, and cheese. Feeding the correct items steadily raises the pet’s affection and trust percentage.
Foods that work best for cats
| Food Item | Effectiveness |
|---|---|
| Fish | High |
| Milk | Medium |
| Cheese | Medium |
| Meat | Low or ineffective |
| Bones | Ineffective |
If your goal is to reach 100% trust quickly, fish tends to provide the most reliable progress. Carrying multiple food items before traveling between towns can save time, especially if you plan to interact with several pets during the same trip.
How to interact with the pet correctly
- Approach the cat slowly once you locate it in Florindale, Pororin, or South Hernand.
- Wait for the interaction prompt to appear near the pet.
- Open the feeding interaction and choose either fish, milk, or cheese from your inventory.
- Repeat interactions over time to gradually raise the trust percentage.
- Monitor the trust meter until it reaches 100%, fully completing the bond with the pet.
Why the cat’s color may change after fast travel
Some players notice that the Hernandian Short-Haired Cat occasionally changes color after using fast travel. This appears to be a temporary visual behavior tied to area reloading rather than a completely different pet variation.
The change usually corrects itself after re-entering the area, interacting again, or restarting the local region instance. The trust progress itself is not affected.
The Hernandian Short-Haired Cat is a simple but enjoyable companion to discover in Crimson Desert, especially for players interested in the game’s trust and pet systems. By checking Florindale, Pororin, and South Hernand, and regularly feeding the cat with fish, milk, or cheese, you can steadily build its trust toward 100%. Even if the pet’s appearance changes after fast traveling, your progress remains intact.
