The Trader Event in Grow a Garden is one of the most exciting parts of the update.
It introduces exclusive pets that you cannot hatch from eggs, cannot buy in the shop, and cannot get once the event ends.
These pets offer powerful abilities that boost farming, trading, and pet progression, making them some of the most valuable companions in the game.
In this guide, you will learn:
• How to get Trader Event pets
• All Gem Chest pets
• All crafted piggy pets
• The rare Trader Rewards pet
• Which pets are the best to focus on
Let us get started.
How to Get Trader Event Pets in Grow a Garden
There are three ways to obtain Trader Event pets during the event period.
Method 1: Opening Gem Chests
Gem Chests are the easiest way to get most Trader Event pets. You can earn them from Trader Troy rewards or buy them from the in game shop.
Inside a Gem Chest, you can receive one of several exclusive pets, each with its own rarity and ability.
Method 2: Crafting Piggy Pets
The Pet Workbench lets you craft two special pets:
• Silver Piggy
• Golden Piggy
These pets require ingredients such as food items, toys, and other pets. Crafting takes 30 minutes and the results are guaranteed.
Method 3: Trader Rewards
Only one pet can be obtained through Trader Rewards:
• Pack Mule
It has a very low drop chance, making it one of the rarest pets in the event.
All Gem Chest Pets in the Trader Event
These pets can only be obtained from Gem Chests.
| Pet Name | Icon | Rarity | Drop Chance | Ability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clam |  |
Uncommon | 34.5 percent | Chance to not consume a watering can when used |
| Magpie |  |
Legendary | 14.5 percent | Selling silver fruit has a chance to grant a random reward |
| Bearded Dragon |  |
Divine | 1 percent | Occasionally eats all fruit on a Divine plus plant and gives a random egg |
All Crafted Pets in the Trader Event
These pets are created through crafting and cannot be found in any egg or chest.
| Pet Name | Icon | Rarity | Ability | Crafting Recipe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Piggy |  |
Legendary | Nearby plants grow faster for each Silver Ingot Cosmetic in your garden | 1x Pig, 1x Sushi, 1x Lightning Rod, 1x Medium Toy |
| Golden Piggy |  |
Mythical | Nearby pets gain extra XP for each Gold Ingot Cosmetic in your garden | 1x Silver Piggy, 1x Spaghetti, 1x Tanning Mirror, 1x Medium Treat |
Trader Rewards Pet
This pet is only obtainable from the Trader Rewards system and has the lowest drop rate of the entire event.
| Pet Name | Icon | Rarity | Drop Chance | Ability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pack Mule |  |
Mythical | 0.25 percent | Crafted pets can gain base weight |
Best Trader Event Pets You Should Get
Some Trader Event pets are far more valuable than others due to their unique abilities.
Here are the top picks:
Bearded Dragon
- The best pet in the event
- It eats fruit from Divine plus plants and gives a random egg
- Saves incredible amounts of resources
Golden Piggy
- Boosts nearby pet XP
- Great for long term progression
- Requires crafting a Silver Piggy first
Clam
- High drop rate and helps conserve watering cans
- Very helpful for farming efficiency
Silver Piggy
- Speeds up plant growth based on Silver Ingot Cosmetics
SEE ALSO:
- Grow a Garden Farmers Market Guide
- How to Get Trader Rewards in Grow a Garden
- All Grow a Garden Gem Chest Rewards (How to Get Them)
Should You Get Trader Event Pets
Yes, you should
Trader Event pets offer some of the strongest benefits in the game.
Since they are limited and cannot be obtained later, collecting at least a few of them will help your progress and trading power significantly.
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