✨ Pet Ability Calculator - Grow a Garden

1. Search for Specific Pets

Use the search bar below to quickly find information about any pet. Simply type the pet name and instantly see its ability, description, and category. This is perfect when you obtain a new pet and want to know what it does.

2. Filter by Category

Looking for pets with specific abilities? Use the category filters to view only XP Boost pets, Hatch Speed reducers, Mutation pets, or Passive Effect pets. This helps you build optimized pet teams for different goals.

3. Click for Detailed Information

Click on any pet card to view detailed information including exact multipliers, cooldown times, and compatibility with other pets. Understanding these details helps you make informed decisions about which pets to prioritize.

XP Boost Pets

These pets are essential for leveling up your active pets quickly. Owls provide continuous XP generation at approximately 0.25 XP per second, and you can equip up to 8 owls simultaneously for maximum benefit. Mice (brown and grey) provide burst XP at intervals, while the Starfish offers the highest continuous XP rate at 6.3 XP per second. However, note that mice and starfish cannot be used together.

When building an XP team, consider your playstyle. If you play actively and can check in frequently, mice are excellent for burst gains. For idle play, owls and starfish provide steady passive income. The choice between mice and starfish depends on your specific leveling goals and availability.

Hatch Speed Pets

Breeding and hatching pets is a core mechanic in Grow a Garden. Kiwi pets are the most common hatch speed reducers, customizable to reduce egg timers at regular intervals. Bald Eagles provide powerful hatch reduction every 424 seconds, removing 70.4 seconds per activation. Event variants like Blood Kiwi offer enhanced effects during special events.

For optimal egg hatching, combine multiple hatch speed pets. The effects stack, allowing you to dramatically reduce incubation times. This is particularly important when trying to obtain rare pets or when breeding for specific traits. Use our Egg Hatch Calculator to determine the exact time savings.

Mutation Pets

Mutation pets are where the real value lies. These pets can apply powerful multipliers to your plants, dramatically increasing their worth. The legendary Butterfly applies Rainbow mutation with a 50x multiplier, while Disco Bee offers an incredible 125x Disco mutation. Rarer pets like Kitsune and Phoenix provide even more specialized mutations.

Mutations can stack with other modifiers and bonuses, creating exponential value growth. Understanding which mutations your pets can apply is crucial for maximizing plant values. Some mutations like Burnt (4x) are common, while others like Foxfire (90x) are extremely rare. Strategic use of mutation pets can turn ordinary plants into extraordinary money makers.

Passive Effect Pets

These pets provide ongoing benefits without requiring active use. The Golden Goose grants Fortune mutation (50x), while event-specific pets like Bat apply mutations during special events. Some pets in this category are purely cosmetic companions with no gameplay advantage, but they add personality to your garden. Passive effect pets are perfect for filling out your team after you have covered the essential XP, hatching, and mutation roles.

Can I use multiple pets with the same ability?

It depends on the pet. You can equip up to 8 owls simultaneously, and their XP generation stacks. However, you cannot use both a brown mouse and grey mouse together, nor can you use mice with starfish. For mutation pets, you can have multiple in your collection, but only the active pet's mutation will apply to plants.

What's the best pet for beginners?

For beginners, owls are the best choice. They're relatively easy to obtain and provide consistent XP generation. As you progress, add a kiwi for hatch speed reduction, then work toward obtaining mutation pets like butterflies or dragonflies to boost plant values significantly.

Do pet abilities work when I'm offline?

Passive abilities like owl XP generation continue to work while you're offline, up to a certain cap. However, active abilities that require pet actions (like mutations) only trigger when you're online and actively playing. Event-specific pets only work during their respective events.

How do I get rare mutation pets?

Rare mutation pets typically come from high-tier eggs or event rewards. Focus on hatching premium eggs, participating in limited-time events, and trading with other players. Some pets like Phoenix and Kitsune have very low hatch rates, so patience and persistence are key.