Start with the role, then compare the ability, its unlock level and a reachable tame. In dungeons, turn Growl off and let the group’s tank hold the mobs.
Family modifiers are client data. HP and armor are Classic estimates. The estimates exclude training, talents and hunter gear. Actual pet scaling, threat and measured DPS still need in-game checks. Above level 30 is a launch plan.
Family
Physical damage
Armor
Health
Classic HP / armor
Family abilities
Candidate tame
Why consider it
Tradeoffs
How to read the comparison
Family modifiers and ability tooltips come from the client. Modifier agreement with ForeverDB/ZugZugDB is shown per family. Physical damage modifiers are not automatically applied to Nature abilities. Bite and Claw availability, diet and recorded tame candidates remain visible alongside each family’s special abilities.
Unlock levels and ability ranks use the selected pet level. Candidate tames are the recorded suggestions at or below that checkpoint, not a complete spawn list. A later pet level does not prove a tame can be reached by your character. “Main roster” and the other labels are practical recommendations, not measured damage rankings.