Single-player games like Dog Trainer
Below are 10 single-player Steam games similar to Dog Trainer, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.
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Ranked picks
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Pets Hotel
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
Welcome to Pets Hotel, a place where you can start the business you always dreamed of! Pets Hotel gives you a unique opportunity to build, design, and run a place where pets can feel at home. Cats, dogs, turtles, and many other animals are waiting for you to take care of them!
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MEMOLOGY 2: OLD TIMES
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
The continuation of the legendary MEMOLOGY series. This time you will have to demonstrate your knowledge of old memes, and prove that you are the based scuf!
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VetVR Veterinary Simulator
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
As a brand-new veterinarian, you're tasked with the responsibility of saving animal lives while building your clinic's reputation. Play through real-life veterinary training, discover Easter eggs and unlock rewards as you learn all you need to treat emergencies, heal wounds, and diagnose illnesses.
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Animal Shelter 2
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
Welcome back to the heartwarming world of Animal Shelter 2! Provide a loving home for every four-legged friend in need – play with them, pet them, even dress them up! Get to know them and find them a loving family. Play with your friends and manage your shelter together in co-op!
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Exotica 2: Pet Shop Simulator
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
Exotica 2: Pet Shop Simulator is a cozy management game where you design and run your own exotic pet shop. Care for over 70 animals, raise babies, breed rare color variants, customize your store, and manage customers and staff.
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Sheepherds!
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Dog Trainer.
Sheepherds! is a cozy co-op party game for 1–4 players, where you and your sheepdog buddies guide colorful flocks through beautiful landscapes to collect their wool. There's no time limit: bark, run, and play together — or take on challenges to win even more rewards!
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Bakery Simulator
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
Get up before dawn and see what it's like to be a baker! Learn to bake several dozen types of bread. Use realistic bakery machines. Deliver orders to stores, earn, and invest. Use original recipes or experiment with ingredients.
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Kitty Powers' Matchmaker
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with Dog Trainer.
Kitty Powers’ Matchmaker is a hilarious dating simulator with a difference. Manage your own matchmaking agency with the guidance of your fabulous boss, drag queen diva Kitty Powers!
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Model Builder: Complete Edition
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation and Casual with Dog Trainer.
Become a master model maker in the Complete Edition of this beloved crafting simulator, featuring all DLCs. Assemble, customize and display your creations, whether you’re a veteran or a novice. Get building, and get creative!
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Sector Sweep
Single-player alternative to Dog Trainer — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Dog Trainer.
Choose your character from many Sector Sweepers and clean the next planets from ever-growing enemies in this top-down action roguelike shooter. Unlock new sectors by defeating enemies and upgrading your weapons or hero powers. Be the best Sector Sweeper the company ever had!