Finding Nintendogs + Cats (3DS) — Not "Best Friends Edition"

Correct Title & Availability

The 2011 3DS launch title is Nintendogs + Cats (three versions: Golden Retriever, French Bulldog, Toy Poodle — each with different starter breeds). No "Best Friends Edition" exists.

Where to Buy (2024)

Physical (Used): GameStop, eBay, Mercari, local retro shops — $15–35 CIB.
Digital: Nintendo eShop closed March 2023 — no new purchases. Existing owners can redownload.
Flashcart / Homebrew: Not supported here.

Version Differences

Version	Starter Breeds	Exclusive Breeds (via StreetPass/Play Coins)
Golden Retriever & New Friends	Golden Retriever, Toy Poodle, Chihuahua	Shiba Inu, Siberian Husky, etc.
French Bulldog & New Friends	French Bulldog, Golden Retriever, Toy Poodle	Pug, Beagle, etc.
Toy Poodle & New Friends	Toy Poodle, French Bulldog, Golden Retriever	Maltese, Yorkshire Terrier, etc.

All breeds unlockable across versions via StreetPass/Play Coins.

Tip

Buy any version cheap; unlock rest via Play Coins (walk with 3DS in sleep mode).

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