How to Trade Pets in Build a Zoo (Full Guide & Tips)

By [Anish / TechboltX] October 31, 2025.

???? A Complete Guide to Trade Pets in Build a Zoo

The pet trading feature in Roblox’s Build a Zoo has completely changed how players manage their collections. It allows you to exchange your existing pets for better or rarer ones, creating more excitement and strategy.

If you’re confused about how it works — don’t worry. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to trade pets safely and effectively in Build a Zoo.

???? How to Trade Pets in Build a Zoo

Follow these steps to start trading pets in the latest Build a Zoo update:

1. Recall a pet you wish to trade back into your inventory.
2. Equip the pet and head to the Trade area, located at the side of your farm.
3. Wait for merchants to appear behind the counter. You can check how many are available on the board near the platform.
4. Stand near the trade table — a pop-up window will appear showing:
   • The pet you’ll receive in exchange.
   • Whether the trade is fair (check the trade meter or emojis).
5. Click the green “Accept” button if it’s a fair trade, or Decline if you want to skip that merchant.
6. Use the “Add More” option in the center to encourage the merchant to sweeten the deal with extra pets.

???? Pro Tip: Trading higher-rarity or mutated pets greatly increases your chances of getting a stronger pet in return.

The process is the same for Ocean pets, and sometimes you can even trade across biomes — a Land pet for an Ocean one or vice versa.

???? Tips and Tricks for Pet Trading in Build a Zoo

Trading can seem random, but following these tricks will give you better results:

• ???? Trade low-income pets first: Keep stronger ones for later high-value deals.
• ???? Don’t rush: Decline poor trades and wait for better offers.
• ???? Check the trade meter:
  • Smiling emoji = Fair trade
  • Crying emoji = Unfair trade
• ???? Use mutated pets: They often lead to trades for rare or higher-income pets.
• ???? Use Ocean pets: Easier to catch and replace, making them ideal for trading.

????️ Trading Ocean Pets

When trading Ocean pets, you can sometimes receive Land pets in exchange, and vice versa. This cross-biome trade system makes it easier to collect all types of animals without grinding one specific biome for hours.

???? Final Thoughts

The pet trading system in Build a Zoo adds depth and unpredictability to gameplay. With patience and strategy, you can use trades to build a powerful zoo full of rare pets. Always check trade fairness, wait for the right merchant, and make the most of mutation bonuses.

FAQs – Build a Zoo Pet Trading

1. How do I start trading pets in Build a Zoo?

Go to the Trade area near your farm, equip a pet, and interact with the merchant’s table when they appear.

2. How do I know if a trade is fair?

A smiling emoji on the trade meter means it’s fair; a crying emoji means it’s not worth it.

3. Can I trade Ocean pets?

Yes. Ocean pets can be traded just like land pets and may even yield pets from other biomes.

4. How can I get better pets through trading?

Trade mutated or high-rarity pets for better chances at rare or powerful pets in return.

5. What if there are no merchants at the counter?

Wait for new merchants to spawn. You can check the merchant count on the board beside the platform.