The moment I logged into Grow a Garden on October 4th and saw the Chubby Chipmunk event island, I knew this update was going to be something special. After spending the past few days grinding through the event, testing every new pet, and figuring out which combinations work best, I’m ready to share everything I’ve learned about these six incredible new companions.
The Chubby Chipmunk Update (version 1.25.1) isn’t just another pet drop it’s a complete game-changer for how we approach farming and resource management. Each of these six woodland creatures brings something unique to your garden, and understanding their abilities can make the difference between a mediocre event run and absolutely crushing your goals.
Let me walk you through every single pet, share my personal strategies for maximizing their potential, and help you decide which ones deserve a permanent spot in your lineup.
Before diving into the pets themselves, let me give you some context about this update. The Chubby Chipmunk Event replaced the Seed Stages event (which honestly felt like a grind fest) and introduced a refreshing take on seasonal content.
Running from October 4th through October 18th, 2025, this two-week event centers around feeding your Chubby Chipmunk to increase its weight and unlock progressive rewards. The more weight your chipmunk gains, the better the prizes you’ll receive from the event NPC.
The event introduced several new mechanics I haven’t seen before in Grow a Garden:
What makes this event stand out is how it combines active gameplay (manually feeding your pets) with passive progression (letting your Chubby Chipmunk auto-eat fruits). I’ve found myself checking my garden more frequently than during previous updates, which honestly makes the game feel more engaging.
Similar to how Tower Defense Simulator’s Admin Abuse events create limited-time exclusive experiences, this Chubby Chipmunk event offers rewards you won’t be able to get once October 18th hits.
I’ve been playing Grow a Garden since the early updates, and this pet collection hits differently. Here’s what makes these six companions so compelling for me personally.
The Variety Actually Matters
Previous pet updates often felt like they added creatures with similar abilities but different skins. Not this time. Each of these six pets serves a distinct purpose in your garden ecosystem. The Hyrax generates seeds, the Farmer Chipmunk accelerates growth, the Idol Chipmunk provides support—there’s genuine strategic depth here.
I spent my first two days testing different combinations, and I’m still discovering new synergies. For instance, pairing the Chinchilla (which makes another pet perform its ability three times) with the Hyrax creates an absurd seed generation loop. More on that later.
The Progression Feels Rewarding
Unlike some events where you’re gambling on random egg hatches, the Chubby Chipmunk event lets you work directly toward specific pets. Sure, the Chinchilla still has that brutal 1% drop rate, but at least the path to attempt getting it is clear.
I managed to unlock four of the six pets within my first 72 hours of focused grinding, and that progression curve felt perfectly balanced. Not too easy, not impossibly difficult.
The Visual Design Slaps
Can we talk about how adorable these pets are? The Chubby Chipmunk’s design evolves as it gains weight, the Idol Chipmunk rocks that pink helmet and microphone aesthetic, and the Chinchilla is legitimately the fluffiest companion we’ve ever gotten.
I’ve caught myself just watching my pets interact instead of actually farming. That’s the sign of strong character design.
Alright, let’s break down every single pet in detail. I’ll cover their stats, abilities, acquisition methods, and my personal experience using each one.
Rarity: Uncommon
Hunger: 25,000
Acquisition: Chubby Chipmunk Event Rewards
The Hyrax was the first pet I unlocked, and it immediately proved its worth. This little guy has a straightforward but incredibly useful ability: it occasionally eats a random fruit from your garden and spits out a Fissure Berry Seed.
My Strategy:
I keep my Hyrax constantly fed and paired with multi-harvest fruits. The more fruits you have available, the more frequently it can activate its ability. During my testing, I generated approximately 15-20 Fissure Berry Seeds per hour of active gameplay.
Fissure Berries are valuable event currency, so having a consistent source makes event grinding significantly smoother. I’ve been selling excess seeds to other players for decent profits too.
Best Use Case: Early-game event grinding. If you’re just starting the event, prioritize getting the Hyrax first. It’ll accelerate your entire progression.
Rarity: Rare
Hunger: 30,000
Acquisition: Originally planned for Seed Stages Event (availability unclear)
This one’s a bit mysterious. The Fortune Squirrel was leaked during the Seed Stages event but hasn’t officially released yet. However, based on its data-mined information, it applies the Jackpot (Fortune) mutation to random plants.
Theoretical Value:
Fortune mutations typically increase harvest value significantly. If this pet makes it into the game as described, it could become essential for profit-focused players. I’m personally waiting to see if it drops during the second week of the Chubby Chipmunk event.
Status: Currently unobtainable. I’ll update this section if it becomes available.
Rarity: Rare
Hunger: 50,000
Acquisition: FREE at the Chubby Chipmunk Event Island
This is the headliner, and boy does it deliver. The Chubby Chipmunk isn’t just a pet—it’s the entire event mechanic wrapped into one adorable package.
How It Works:
My Feeding Strategy:
Here’s what I’ve learned works best after days of testing:
I’ve grown my Chubby Chipmunk from 0 KG to over 5 KG, unlocking multiple reward tiers. The weight progression feels satisfying, and watching this little guy get progressively chubbier is genuinely entertaining.
Pro Tip: Join the game during off-peak hours. When servers are less crowded, Acorn drops seem to be more frequent (though this might just be confirmation bias).
Rarity: Common
Hunger: 15,000
Acquisition: Nutty Chest (34.5%), Exotic Nutty Chest (34%), Rainbow Sack (28%)
The Farmer Chipmunk became my MVP for event grinding. Its ability is deceptively simple but incredibly powerful: all Nutty-type plants grow 1.56x faster.
Why This Matters:
Event plants like Acorn Seeds, Pecan Seeds, Hazelnut Seeds, and Peanut Seeds all fall under the “Nutty” category. That 1.56x multiplier means you’re completing growth cycles in roughly 64% of normal time.
My Setup:
I run three Farmer Chipmunks simultaneously (you can equip multiple pets). This stacks their bonuses, giving me approximately 4.7x growth speed on nutty plants. What normally takes 10 minutes now completes in just over 2 minutes.
This setup lets me generate event currency way faster than players relying on normal growth speeds. I’ve consistently placed in the top 10% of event leaderboards using this strategy.
Budget Note: As a Common pet with a 34.5% drop rate, Farmer Chipmunk is relatively easy to obtain. I got my first one from my third Nutty Chest.
Rarity: Legendary
Hunger: 30,000
Acquisition: Nutty Chest (14.5%), Exotic Nutty Chest (14.5%), Rainbow Sack (15%)
The Idol Chipmunk is absolutely adorable with its pink helmet and performer aesthetic, but don’t let the cute factor fool you—this is a serious support pet.
Ability Breakdown:
Every 11 minutes and 55 seconds, the Idol Chipmunk performs an 8.48-second song that restores 1.48% hunger per second to all other equipped pets.
Math Check:
During that 8.48-second performance, each pet regains approximately 12.55% of their total hunger. For a pet with 50,000 hunger (like the Chubby Chipmunk), that’s 6,275 hunger restored.
When This Shines:
If you’re running a full lineup of high-hunger pets, the Idol Chipmunk significantly reduces your feeding costs. I was spending roughly 40-50 fruits per hour keeping my pets fed before getting the Idol Chipmunk. After adding it to my lineup, that dropped to about 25-30 fruits.
Personal Experience:
The Idol Chipmunk took me about 15 Nutty Chest openings to obtain (spent roughly 1,200 Robux on Exotic Nutty Chests). That 14.5% drop rate is no joke. However, once I got it, my entire operation became more sustainable.
The performance animation is genuinely charming too. My chipmunk busts out a microphone and starts singing, and there’s even a little musical note particle effect. It’s those small touches that make Grow a Garden special.
Strategy Tip: The Idol Chipmunk works best when you have 3+ other pets equipped. If you’re only running 1-2 pets, the hunger restoration may not justify the equipment slot.
Rarity: Divine
Hunger: 50,000
Acquisition: Nutty Chest (1%), Exotic Nutty Chest (1%), Rainbow Sack (7%)
Let me be straight with you: the Chinchilla is absurdly powerful and absurdly rare. That 1% drop rate from standard Nutty Chests is brutal. I’ve opened over 50 chests and still haven’t gotten mine (yes, I’m salty about it).
The Ability:
Every 30 minutes, the Chinchilla rolls around another equipped pet, causing that pet to perform its ability 3.03 times in a row.
Why This Is Gamebreaking:
Think about the implications:
The strategic depth this creates is incredible. You’re basically getting a short burst window where one of your pets goes into overdrive.
My Pursuit:
I’ve calculated that statistically, I’d need to open approximately 100 Nutty Chests to have a 63% chance of getting the Chinchilla. That’s roughly 5,000 Robux if buying Exotic Nutty Chest packs.
I’m currently at 50 openings with no luck. The grind continues.
Alternative Path: The Rainbow Sack has a 7% drop rate, which is significantly better but requires different event currency. I’m stockpiling for a Rainbow Sack purchase as my backup plan.
Community Note: I’ve seen several players on Discord who got lucky and pulled Chinchilla from their first few chests. RNG can be cruel or kind—that’s gacha mechanics for you.
After extensive testing, here are my recommended pet combinations for different playstyles:
Why This Works: Costs minimal Robux, focuses on accelerating event currency generation through faster nut plant growth and seed production.
Why This Works: Reduces feeding costs substantially while maintaining excellent growth speed. Great for long grinding sessions.
Why This Works: Combines seed generation, growth acceleration, hunger sustainability, and the Chinchilla’s multiplicative burst windows. This is the absolute ceiling for event farming.
I’m running: Chubby Chipmunk, Farmer Chipmunk x3, and Idol Chipmunk. Once I finally get that Chinchilla, I’ll swap out one Farmer Chipmunk.
Beyond just collecting pets, here’s how I’ve optimized my entire event approach:
Garden Layout Optimization
I redesigned my entire plot around nutty plant farming. Here’s my current layout:
Mutation Farming for Chipmunk Weight
I dedicated a corner of my garden specifically to growing high-mutation fruits for feeding my Chubby Chipmunk:
Nutty Fever Timing
The Nutty Fever mechanic makes your Chubby Chipmunk eat faster, but it’s triggered by submitting fruits to the event NPC. I’ve found the optimal strategy is:
Server Hopping for Acorns
This might be controversial, but I’ve noticed Acorn drop rates vary between servers. If I’m in a crowded server with 40+ players, drops seem slower. Hopping to a quieter server (15-25 players) has consistently given me better results.
Trading Strategy
Some pets are tradeable (check the specific pet’s trading status). I’ve been:
With the event ending October 18th, time management is crucial. Here’s my day-by-day progression guide:
Days 1-3 (Oct 4-6): Focus on unlocking Hyrax and Farmer Chipmunks. Get your basic farming infrastructure set up.
Days 4-7 (Oct 7-10): Push for Idol Chipmunk. Start serious Chubby Chipmunk weight grinding.
Days 8-11 (Oct 11-14): Hunt for Chinchilla if you haven’t gotten it. Maximize weight gain on Chubby Chipmunk.
Days 12-14 (Oct 15-17): Final push for unclaimed rewards. Don’t wait until the last day—servers might be unstable.
Day 15 (Oct 18): Event ends. Last chance for any final claims.
I’m currently on Day 3 of my personal timeline, and I’m ahead of schedule. The key is setting daily goals rather than trying to do everything at once.
Having played through the Lunar Glow Owl event and the Bizzy Bee Queen Bee event, I can confidently say this Chubby Chipmunk update is the most mechanically interesting pet collection we’ve received.
What This Update Does Better:
What Could Be Improved:
Overall though, this update represents a clear evolution in how Grow a Garden handles seasonal pet content. If you’re interested in other Roblox game updates with similar depth, check out the Brookhaven Military Update guide for another example of limited-time event content done right.
After watching other players and learning from my own errors, here are the biggest mistakes I see people making:
1. Not Prioritizing Farmer Chipmunk Many players chase the Legendary and Divine pets first. Big mistake. Get multiple Farmer Chipmunks early—they multiply your entire event efficiency.
2. Wasting High-Mutation Fruits I’ve seen players selling their best mutated fruits for profit instead of feeding them to their Chubby Chipmunk. That’s backwards. The weight-gain chance boost from mutations is huge.
3. Running Too Many High-Hunger Pets Without Idol Chipmunk If you’re running 4-5 pets with 40,000+ hunger each, you’ll burn through fruits impossibly fast without hunger restoration.
4. Ignoring the Favorite System Protect your valuable fruits! I lost several rare mutated fruits to auto-eating before learning to favorite them properly.
5. Opening Standard Nutty Chests The Exotic Nutty Chests have identical drop rates but better overall value. If you’re spending Robux anyway, always buy Exotic versions.
When does the Chubby Chipmunk event end?
The event runs through October 18th, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT. Make sure you claim all rewards before this deadline—any unclaimed progress will be lost.
Can I get the Chinchilla without spending Robux?
Technically yes, through Rainbow Sacks earned via event currency. However, the grind is substantial. Most F2P players should focus on the more attainable pets.
Do Farmer Chipmunk abilities stack?
Yes! This is crucial. Equipping multiple Farmer Chipmunks multiplies their growth bonus. That’s why it’s worth getting 2-3 copies.
What happens to my Chubby Chipmunk’s weight after the event?
Your chipmunk keeps its weight, but it becomes a permanent pet in your collection. The weight-based reward system ends with the event.
Is the Fortune Squirrel coming back?
Based on leaks, it was originally planned for the Seed Stages event. The developers might release it during the second week of Chubby Chipmunk or save it for a future update. No official confirmation yet.
Can I trade pets from this event?
Most pets are tradeable except for the free Chubby Chipmunk. Check each pet’s specific trading status in your inventory.
How many equipment slots do I need?
You start with 3 slots. I highly recommend unlocking at least 5 slots through the Limited Time Shop gamepasses if you’re serious about this event. The flexibility is worth the investment.
What’s the best use of Robux during this event?
Priority order: 1) Extra equipment slots, 2) Exotic Nutty Chest packs (3-pack or 10-pack), 3) Mutation-boosting items. Don’t waste Robux on cosmetics until you have your core pets.
This Chubby Chipmunk update has completely revitalized my interest in Grow a Garden. The combination of adorable pet designs, meaningful progression mechanics, and strategic depth creates one of the best seasonal events the game has ever seen.
Whether you’re a free-to-play grinder or someone willing to invest Robux for faster progression, there’s a viable path to enjoying this content. My personal journey has been incredibly satisfying so far, even with my terrible luck on Chinchilla pulls.
The event runs for two full weeks, giving everyone ample time to experience everything it offers. Set your daily goals, optimize your pet lineup, and most importantly—actually have fun with these ridiculously cute woodland creatures.
What’s your strategy for the Chubby Chipmunk event? Have you pulled that elusive Chinchilla yet? Let me know in the comments, and happy farming!
