Update: This article was last updated on January 17 with Adopt Me Inspector Shepherd event details.
Inspector Shepherd in Adopt Me is an upcoming weekly update, set to release this week. This update features new Pets and a new mini-game. We can also expect other new content, such as Stickers, Pet accessories, and more, in the forthcoming update. With that said, this article provides the official release date for the upcoming Adopt Me Inspector Shepherd update, along with the details on expected content.

Release Date for the Adopt Me Inspector Shepherd Update
The Adopt Me Inspector Shepherd update will officially launch on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 8:15 AM PST, UTC-8. This update will be available in-game till January 23, 2026. Here are the official release dates and timings for the upcoming update across major regions:
| Time Zone | Release Timings |
|---|---|
| United States (EST) | Friday, January 16 at 11:15 AM |
| United States (PST) | Friday, January 16 at 8:15 AM |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | Friday, January 16 at 4:15 PM |
| Central European Time (CET) | Friday, January 16 at 5:15 PM |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | Saturday, January 17 at 1:15 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, January 17 at 3:15 AM |
You can also enable notifications for the upcoming update. Visit the game’s official Roblox page, locate the “Inspector Shepherd!” update banner, and tap the Notify Me button. Roblox will send you an alert when the update is released on January 16, 2025.
Countdown for the Upcoming Adopt Me Update
Here is the countdown for the upcoming Adopt Me update:
What’s New in the Upcoming Adopt Me Update?
The upcoming Adopt Me update will introduce two new Pets. The first one is Sneak Weasels, which is of Rare rarity and costs 1500 Bucks to adopt. Another Pet that’s debuting is the German Shepherd, which is of Ultra Rare rarity and costs 200 Robux.
Additionally, you can also play a mini-game for a limited time. K9 Inspector Shepherd has arrived on the Adoption Island, along with his handler, Henry. They are on their mission to catch the Sneak Weasels. However, only they are enough to capture them. You can help them catch Sneak Weasels and receive a Bucks reward.