If you’re an active player in Roblox Grow A Garden, you’ve probably heard about the Gift Rat, a rare pet introduced during the Christmas Harvest Event. In this guide, I’ll explain how it works, what it can do, and practical tips based on how most players interact with it.
How Do You Get the Gift Rat?
The Gift Rat is a limited rare pet, and it’s not available all year round. In general, players obtain it from Santa's Stash Shop. There are a few ways to acquire it:
Sheckle: 50,000,000
Robux 2019 Logo Black: 329
TradeToken: 329
Most players focus on the Sheckle option if they want to avoid using special currencies. Usually, acquiring 50 million Sheckle requires consistent farming over several weeks. TradeTokens are another route, but they can be harder to gather if you don’t participate in trading events often.
Some players look for websites to buy grow a garden items, but in general, it’s safer and more common to earn or trade in-game currencies rather than relying on external sources.
What Does the Gift Rat Look Like?
Appearance matters to many collectors. The Gift Rat looks very similar to the Mochi Mouse, but with a festive twist:
Color scheme: Green and red
Distinct feature: Red tied bow on its back
Most players say the green-and-red design makes it easy to spot on your farm, especially during seasonal events. It’s smaller than some other rare pets, so it blends nicely with other decorations if you’re building a holiday-themed garden.
What Traits Does the Gift Rat Have?
The Gift Rat comes with one main trait called Gift Wrap. Here’s how it works in practice:
Occasionally, when your Gift Rat interacts with Apple fruits, it will convert them into a random Gift cosmetic.
There are six variants of Gift cosmetics, and each one has a different size or shape.
In general, the Gift Rat is most useful for players who are actively collecting cosmetics. If you’re farming apples anyway, having a Gift Rat can gradually fill your cosmetic collection without extra effort.
All Gift Cosmetics You Can Get
The Gift Rat can give you these six types of Christmas-themed cosmetics:
Christmas Gift Large – ChristmasGiftLargeCosmetic
Christmas Gift Long – ChristmasGiftLongCosmetic
Christmas Gift Medium – ChristmasGiftMediumCosmetic
Christmas Gift Small – ChristmasGiftSmallCosmetic
Christmas Gift Tall – ChristmasGiftTallCosmetic
Christmas Gift Tube – ChristmasGiftTubeCosmetic
Most players try to collect all six variants to complete their holiday cosmetic set. A useful tip is to track your progress by checking off items as you collect them, so you know which ones are still missing. Many players log into their accounts regularly to save progress and ensure nothing is lost.
Tips for Using the Gift Rat Effectively
Here are some practical tips based on common player behavior:
Pair with Apple Trees – Since the Gift Rat’s trait works on Apples, plant them in clusters. This increases the chance of getting Gift cosmetics faster.
Regular Interaction – Most players let their Gift Rat roam freely, but checking in regularly helps trigger the Gift Wrap trait more often.
Track Your Cosmetics – Use in-game checklists or a notebook. Players who track what they already have usually complete the set faster.
Combine with Other Pets – If you have pets that boost fruit production, pairing them with the Gift Rat can speed up cosmetic collection.
In general, the Gift Rat isn’t a strong combat pet (if you ever need one for events). Its main value is its cosmetic conversion ability. Most experienced players treat it as a fun collectible rather than a game-changer.
Trivia About the Gift Rat
The Gift Rat is the third rat added to Grow A Garden.
The first rat was the Rat Connoisseur, and the second was the Pumpkin Rat.
Its festive design makes it a seasonal favorite, but its main usefulness is tied to the Christmas event.
The Gift Rat is a limited rare pet that many players aim to collect during the Christmas Harvest Event. It’s primarily useful for converting Apple fruits into collectible Gift cosmetics. In general, most players use it for cosmetic collection and enjoy its festive appearance. If you’re looking to complete all six variants, pair the Gift Rat with apple farming, track your progress, and interact with it regularly.
Whether you’re a new or experienced player, the Gift Rat adds a unique seasonal element to Grow A Garden without dramatically changing gameplay mechanics.
