The Shiba Inu is a popular uncommon pet in Grow a Garden, introduced with the Zen update. It's highly sought after for its useful ability and the boost it provides to your gardening automation. If you're wondering how to add this cute companion to your collection, here’s a comprehensive guide.
How to Get a Shiba Inu in Grow a Garden
1. Zen Event
- How to Get: Zen Event (Unavailable) > Zen Egg
- How to Get Zen Egg: Zen Shop
- How much is a Zen Egg: 30 Chi
- Shiba Inu Hatch Chance: 40%
To get the Shiba Inu pet, you must hatch it from a Zen Egg in Grow a Garden. Zen Eggs can be obtained during the Zen event in the game. Players collect Tranquil mutated crops and donate them to the Zen Channeller NPC to receive progress and rewards, including Zen Eggs. Alternatively, you can earn Chi Coins by exchanging Tranquil crops with the Tanuki NPC and then purchasing Zen Eggs from the Zen Shop when they are in stock. Each Zen Shop refresh occurs every 30 minutes, and the eggs cost 30 Chi.
The chance of hatching a Shiba Inu from a Zen Egg is about 40%, making it the most likely pet to get from the egg. After hatching, the pet is categorized as uncommon.
2. GAG Pet Trading
- GAG Discord Trading – Most active and flexible. Players negotiate directly in-game or on community platforms like for fair prices and variety.
- In-Game Trade System – Official, secure trade tickets allow safe pet exchanges reducing scam risks, making it popular for trustworthy trades.
- External Trading Websites – Sites like Traderie and TradeKitsune offer wider reach and verified listings, helping players find value and avoid scams.
These markets support a lively ecosystem balancing security, convenience, and player interaction for optimal pet trading.
What Does the Shiba Inu Do in Grow a Garden
The Shiba Inu pet has a passive ability called "Man’s Best Tomodachi." This ability occasionally activates, giving you a 15% chance every minute to dig up a random seed. This effect lets you boost your seed inventory while playing, making it a valuable companion for automated farming and resource gathering.
In addition to its seed digging trait, the Shiba Inu provides a ×1 farming multiplier, supporting your gardening efficiently. The cooldown for its ability is approximately 5 minutes, so you frequently benefit from its passive effects as you farm.
Shiba Inu Pet Traits and Uses
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Source: Zen Egg
- Ability: Man’s Best Tomodachi – Occasionally digs up a random seed (15% chance every ~56 seconds)
- Multiplier: ×1 farming multiplier
- Cooldown: 5 minutes
- Best Use: Reliable support for automated farming and resource growth
Final Tips
Zen Eggs take about 4 hours and 10 minutes to hatch, so plan accordingly. Since the Shiba Inu is the pet with the highest odds of hatching from Zen Eggs, persistence will likely get you one quickly. Keep farming Tranquil mutated crops to maximize your chances, and be sure to check the Zen Shop regularly for new Zen Eggs stock.