Dododex
ARK: Survival Evolved & Ascended Companion

Dododex
ARK: Survival Evolved & Ascended Companion
Tips & Strategies

The weight reduction does work. However the actual numerical weight of the items don't change. When placed in its inventory the weight looks the same. But when you pick it up after placing heavy items in its inventory look to see how much weight your actually carrying when it's on your shoulders. I promise you'll be happy
More Jerboa Utility Tips
In my experience, the jerboa has the highest weight stat of all shoulder pets in ASA. I have not tamed a Pyromane yet tho. Every other shoulder pet has very little weight (usually 70 or so on decent levels) but jerboas have usually triple digit weight stats. They also have a reduction of their weight when you pick them up.
Great if you need to carry resources by hand for any reason.