September 2025 Pet Tier List - Major Market Shifts
The Grow a Garden trading market has experienced significant shifts since the last tier list update. With the Nihon bug fix ending infinite egg openings and new Fairy Event pets entering circulation, values have dramatically changed across multiple tiers.
Key Market Changes:
- Supply reduction from patched exploits boosting classic pet values
- Event pet decline as Fairy Event pets lose novelty and utility
- Limited supply pets gaining steady value due to no new sources
- Bulk pet threshold - anything below E-tier now considered equal low value
Important Note: This tier list focuses on tradeable value, not utility. Pets not appearing on this list are considered "bulk pets" - roughly equal in value and primarily useful for gameplay rather than trading advancement.
S-Tier: Meta Huges and Top Trading Pets
S-Tier represents the pinnacle of trading value - pets that serious traders use as benchmarks for major trades. These pets maintain consistent demand and are essential for advancing to the highest trading levels.
Meta-Huge Research Required: Meta-Huge values change so rapidly and drastically that individual research is mandatory. Use trading Discord servers and websites to verify current values before any trades involving huge pets.
| Pet | Value Notes | Trading Tips |
|---|---|---|
Worth 2 Raccoons + Spinosaurus | Top trading pet - hold for major upgrades only | |
6-7+ Kitsunes (15-second Peacock example) | Research individual values before trading |
B-Tier: Reliable Trading Foundation
B-Tier represents the backbone of trading - pets with consistent demand, good liquidity, and reliable value. These are excellent pets for building trading capital and moving up the value ladder.
| Pet | Value Notes | Trading Tips |
|---|---|---|
3 Dragonflies (slight overpay but acceptable) | Rock solid trading asset - highly recommended | |
~Butterfly value but harder to trade | Avoid for trading advancement - stick to Butterflies |
C-Tier: Major Value Gainers and Solid Picks
C-Tier has seen the biggest positive changes this update. Several pets have climbed significantly due to supply constraints and renewed demand. These pets offer excellent trading opportunities for value advancement.
| Pet | Value Change | Trading Strategy |
|---|---|---|
+25% (MASSIVE GAIN) | Nearly equal to Dragonfly - excellent value play | |
+21% (HUGE GAIN) | Now worth Dragonfly + Mimic - perfect balance restored | |
+6-7% increase | High demand returning, close to Mimic value | |
Steady climb since Paradise rotation | Swiss Army knife utility - consistent demand | |
Fell from B-tier (WARNING) | Trade NOW for Mimic/Dragonfly/T-Rex - will drop further |
D-Tier: Utility Pets and Limited Supply Assets
D-Tier pets maintain value through utility or rarity rather than pure trading demand. Many have limited supply due to discontinued sources, making them stable long-term holds.
| Pet | Value Reason | Trading Notes |
|---|---|---|
Surprising value increase - 20% from C-tier | Positive trend, soft spot for early players | |
Excellent stacking effect (need all 8) | Great for huge pet creation, then tradeable | |
Limited supply (shop only, discontinued) | Best egg hatching pet available | |
Limited supply + egg utility | Great for stretching egg supplies | |
Limited supply + egg benefits | No longer obtainable from eggs | |
Unexplained community value | People want it for unknown reasons | |
Mysterious high value across websites | Hard to trade but verified valuable - take lower offers | |
~Fennic Fox value but specialized demand | Hard to move - limited one-time utility | |
Great effect but oversupplied | Threatening to fall off list | |
Lower supply than Lobster | Questionable effect but rarity maintains value | |
Very rare but low demand | Stagnant - low supply, low demand equilibrium | |
Barely above bulk pet threshold | Threatening to fall off list | |
FALLING FAST - event gives mutations offline | Will be off list by Friday - trade immediately |
Special Cases: Collector Pets and Oddities
These pets don't follow normal trading logic - their value comes from rarity or collector interest rather than utility or normal demand patterns.
| Pet | Special Situation | Trading Advice |
|---|---|---|
Extreme rarity, zero demand | Accept any C-tier pet or useful D-tier pet | |
Collector value only | Need to find specific collector - hard to move | |
Beautiful effect, low demand | Worth Ascended Pet value | |
Worthless unless someone needs max slots | Keep few in inventory for desperate traders |
Recently Dropped Pets (Now Bulk Tier)
These pets have fallen below the tradeable threshold and are now considered bulk pets. If you own any of these, prioritize trading them for anything on the main tier list.
| Pet | Previous Status | Current Reality |
|---|---|---|
Was on tier list | Now bulk pet - trade for any listed pet | |
Was on tier list | Now bulk pet - trade for any listed pet | |
Took big tumble | Now bulk pet - trade for any listed pet | |
New Fairy Event pet | Half bulk pet value - avoid | |
New Fairy Event pet | Half bulk pet value - avoid | |
Was viable | Below value threshold |
Current Trading Strategies and Market Predictions
Based on current market trends and upcoming updates, here are the key strategies for maximizing your trading success.
Immediate Trading Actions (This Week)
Time-sensitive trades that should be completed immediately before values shift further.
| Action | Reasoning | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Sell Cockatrice for Mimic/Dragonfly/T-Rex | Currently fair trade, will be overpay by Friday | Before Friday tier list update |
Trade Glimmering Sprite for anything D-tier | About to fall off tier list entirely | Immediately - will be bulk pet Friday |
Acquire Spinosaurus/T-Rex if possible | Major value increases, momentum continuing | While still at current levels |
Friday Update Predictions
Expected changes for the next tier list update based on current trends and event patterns.
| Pet | Predicted Change | Preparation Strategy |
|---|---|---|
Further decline toward Golden Goose territory | Trade now while still C-tier value | |
Complete removal from tier list | Emergency trade for any D-tier pet | |
Continued climb if supply stays limited | Hold or acquire more | |
Most will become bulk pets by week 2 | Avoid new event pets for trading |
Frequently Asked Questions - Trading Edition
Common questions about the current tier list and trading strategies.
"What are bulk pets and why aren't they listed?"
Bulk pets are pets below E-tier that have roughly equal low value. They're not individually listed because they're primarily useful for gameplay rather than trading advancement.
Examples of bulk pets: Golden Goose, most common pets, newly dropped pets like Green Bean, Apple Gazelle, etc.
Trading strategy: If you have bulk pets, try to bundle them or trade them for ANY pet that appears on this tier list. Even the lowest D-tier pet is worth more than any bulk pet.
Can you still trade them? Yes, absolutely. You can trade bulk pets in public servers, but they won't help you climb the value ladder toward huge pets and meta trades.
"Why did dinosaur pets suddenly increase so much?"
Two main factors caused the dinosaur surge:
1. Nihon Bug Fix: The infinite egg opening exploit was patched, dramatically reducing the supply of new dinosaur pets entering the market.
2. Egg Supply Depletion: Players are finally running out of stored Primal Eggs despite using Koi and Seal pets to stretch their supplies.
Result: Demand is finally outstripping supply for the first time in months, causing the dramatic 21-25% value increases.
Future outlook: Values may continue climbing if egg supplies remain limited and no new dinosaur sources are introduced.
"Should I invest in new Fairy Event pets?"
No, avoid new event pets for trading advancement. Here's why:
Cockatrice example: Started in B-tier, now C-tier, predicted to become bulk pet by end of event.
Pattern recognition: Every event follows the same cycle:
- Week 1: High initial value from novelty
- Week 2: Rapid decline as supply increases
- Post-event: Most become bulk pets
Glimmering Sprite specific case: The offline glimmering mutation feature made this pet obsolete overnight.
Strategy: If you hatch event pets, trade them immediately during week 1 for established pets like Dragonflies, Mimics, or Butterflies.
"How do I value Meta-Huge pets?"
Meta-Huge values change too rapidly for tier list inclusion. You MUST do individual research:
Research sources:
- Trading Discord servers
- Pet simulator websites
- Recent trade comparisons
- Community price checks
Example reference: 15-second Peacock = 6-7 Kitsunes (but this changes frequently)
Warning: Never trade a Meta-Huge without current market research. Values can shift 20-50% between updates.
Safe approach: When in doubt, ask for price checks in multiple Discord servers before accepting any trade.