To tame a wolf in Minecraft, you simply need to feed it bones until red hearts appear. Once tamed, the wolf becomes your loyal ally and travel companion, helping you in combat and following you wherever you go. In this guide, you’ll learn how to find a wolf, how to get the food needed for taming, and how to successfully tame one. You’ll also find out how many bones you might need and much more.
Steps to Tame a Wolf in Minecraft
To tame a wolf, follow these steps:
Find a Wolf
Wolves in Minecraft only spawn in specific biomes, so the first step is to head to the right location. You can find them in the following biomes:
- Forest
- Grove
- Old Growth Pine Taiga
- Old Growth Spruce Taiga
- Savanna Plateau
- Snowy Taiga
- Sparse Jungle
- Taiga
- Wooded Badlands
Most commonly, wolves spawn in Taiga-type biomes, making them the best place to start your search.
Get Bones
Bones are essential for taming a wolf, so before starting the process you’ll need to collect a few. The easiest way to get them is by defeating skeleton-type mobs, which have a chance to drop 0–2 bones.
You can obtain bones mainly from:
- Skeleton
- Wither Skeleton
- Stray
- Skeleton Horse
- Bogged
- Parched
Most commonly, you’ll encounter regular Skeletons, which spawn at night or in dark areas. If you need bones quickly, simply wait for sunset and start hunting them.
Use Bones on Wolf
Once you have bones, approach the wolf and make sure it is not aggressive. Then hold a bone in your hand and right-click on the wolf.
Repeat this action until red hearts appear and the wolf gets a collar. From that moment on, it will become your loyal companion who will help you in combat.
FAQ
Can You Tame a Wolf with Meat in Minecraft?
No, you cannot tame a wolf using meat in Minecraft. Only bones can be used for taming.
Can You Tame a Baby Wolf in Minecraft?
Yes, you can tame a baby wolf. Simply use bones on it just like you would on an adult wolf, and it will get a collar and start following you.
Can You Tame an Angry Wolf in Minecraft?
No, you cannot tame an aggressive wolf in Minecraft. It must calm down first, which you can recognize when it no longer has red eyes. Only then can you try to feed it a bone.
How Many Bones to Tame a Wolf in Minecraft?
Each bone you use has about a 1/3 chance of success, so you can tame a wolf with just one if you’re lucky. In practice, it’s best to prepare around 5–10 bones, as you never know which attempt will work.
