The Chubby Chipmunk Update in Grow a Garden is adding a collection of brand-new pets, each with unique passives and themed around nature, nuts, and woodland creatures. From the adorable Chubby Chipmunk itself to powerful new companions like the Chinchilla and Idol Chipmunk, this event brings variety and fun new mechanics for collectors and farmers alike. Here’s a full guide to every new pet coming in Update 1.25.1.
1. Hyrax – The Seed-Spitting Forager
- Tier: Uncommon
- Obtainable From: Chubby Chipmunk Event Rewards
- Passive Ability: Occasionally eats a random fruit in your garden and spits out a Fissure Berry Seed!
- Hunger: 25,000
The Hyrax is one of the easier pets to obtain in this update, but don’t underestimate its usefulness. Its passive allows you to farm Fissure Berry Seeds, a valuable crop that’s tied to the new event rewards. Perfect for players looking to expand their rare seed collection.
2. Fortune Squirrel – The Golden Jackpot Hunter
- Tier: Rare
- Obtainable From: Originally planned for the Seed Stages Event
- Passive Ability: CHA-CHING: Occasionally applies the Jackpot (Fortune) mutation to a random plant in your garden.
- Hunger: 30,000
The Fortune Squirrel might not officially be released yet, but it was designed to help boost your plants’ rewards. Covered in gold and orange hues, this squirrel adds a “lucky” mechanic to your garden, giving your crops a chance to receive rare mutations.
3. Chubby Chipmunk – The Star of the Event
- Tier: Rare
- Obtainable From: Free at the Chubby Chipmunk Event Island
- Passive Ability: Eats random fruits in your garden to gain weight. Also spawns Acorns that grant random rewards when collected.
- Hunger: 50,000
The Chubby Chipmunk is the main focus of this update. Players can get it for free and must feed it by letting it eat fruits from their garden. The heavier your chipmunk gets, the better the rewards you earn at the end of the event. It also drops Acorns, which contain random items and resources.
4. Farmer Chipmunk – The Nutty Grower
- Tier: Common
- Obtainable From: Nutty Chest (34.5%), Exotic Nutty Chest (34%), Rainbow Sack (28%)
- Passive Ability: All Nutty-type plants grow 1.56x faster!
- Hunger: 15,000
If you’re farming event plants like Acorn Seeds or Pecan Seeds, this pet is a must-have. The Farmer Chipmunk boosts the growth rate of all nut-based plants, making it perfect for players who want faster yields during the event.
5. Idol Chipmunk – The Musical Supporter
- Tier: Legendary
- Obtainable From: Nutty Chest (14.5%), Exotic Nutty Chest (14.5%), Rainbow Sack (15%)
- Passive Ability: Every 11:55 minutes, performs a song for 8.48 seconds that restores 1.48% hunger per second to all other pets.
- Hunger: 30,000
The Idol Chipmunk acts as a healer for your pets. With its cheerful performance, it helps keep your other companions energized and well-fed. Its design includes a pink helmet, yellow-collared shirt, and gray-brown fur, giving it a standout look among your collection.
6. Chinchilla – The Divine Multiplier
- Tier: Divine
- Obtainable From: Nutty Chest (1%), Exotic Nutty Chest (1%), Rainbow Sack (7%)
- Passive Ability: Every 30 minutes, rolls around another pet, making it perform its ability 3.03 times in a row.
- Hunger: 50,000
The Chinchilla is the rarest pet in this event and one of the most powerful. Its ability to multiply another pet’s skill threefold makes it a game-changer for any setup. Pair it with pets that have strong resource or seed-based abilities for maximum benefit.
The Chubby Chipmunk Update Grow a Garden isn’t just about new decorations and seeds — it’s a full lineup of creative pets that enhance how you play and grow your garden. From farming efficiency to support roles, each new creature adds depth and fun to your setup. Don’t miss your chance to collect them all between October 4 and October 18, 2025, and see which pet combination helps your garden thrive the most.