SK pet torch

[Treefall]

Ok, I know SK pets aren't great, and I've noticed in some instances it is better to not have 'em up. However, they can also be extra DMG and good oh crap and mana batteries.

That said the Wiki says the first pet to start being able to dual wield is level 19 (lvl 39 spell max pet) with weapons, and ain't no way I am going to take the time to RNG a max pet as an SK.

Out of curiosity, does the torch trick work to force dual wielding on pets before they "can" or should I not give a crap until my per actually can dual wield with weapons?

Thank you