Wøtan, whose name is apparently a pun on the Nordic god Wotan, is the shepherd's dog. He walks around the flock at moderate speed, but starts to run when he sees Sven. He is the most important enemy Sven needs to avoid, as being caught will result in the loss of a life. Occasionally, Wøtan will fall asleep, which gives Sven time to take care of the sheep. From game 2 onward, Wøtan will be distracted if he finds a bone.