TikTok has rolled out an engaging feature called Streak Pets, turning daily interactions with friends into a rewarding experience. Launched in November 2024, these adorable virtual pets are a delightful incentive for maintaining streaks with your friends through direct messages. Instead of just seeing a number indicating your streak, you now get to nurture a digital companion together. Here’s everything you need to know about how to get a Streak Pet on TikTok and start enjoying this interactive feature.
Steps to Unlock Your TikTok Streak Pet
To get your hands on a Streak Pet, you need to ensure your TikTok app is updated to the latest version. This feature is part of TikTok’s ongoing efforts to enhance user engagement and is included in a recent update. Once you’ve updated your app, follow these simple steps to unlock your Streak Pet:
- Initiate a Streak: The first step is to start a streak with a friend. This involves exchanging messages and videos regularly. Consistency is crucial here – make sure you and your friend are interacting daily to build and maintain your streak.
- Find the Streak Pet Option: Once you have an active streak with a friend, look for the “Streak Pet” option in your direct message window with that friend. This option should appear near the text input area.
- Activate Your Streak Pet: Tap on the “Streak Pet” option to activate the feature. TikTok will then provide on-screen instructions on how to care for your new virtual pet. This typically involves continuing your daily interactions to keep your pet happy and healthy.
TikTok Streak Pet activation process: screenshots showing the 'Streak Pet' option in a DM conversation after establishing a streak, guiding users on how to enable this virtual pet feature.
If you’ve updated your TikTok app and still can’t see the Streak Pet feature, don’t worry. TikTok is releasing this feature gradually across different regions. It might take a bit more time for it to become available in your area. Keep your app updated and check back periodically.
Understanding TikTok Streak Pets
Streak Pets on TikTok are virtual creatures that live within your message threads with friends you have a streak with. They serve as a visual representation of your streak and add an element of fun and responsibility to your daily interactions. These pets require “care,” which in TikTok’s terms means consistent communication. By sending videos and messages to your friend daily, you are essentially “caring” for your shared Streak Pet.
This feature is designed to encourage more frequent and engaging interactions on the TikTok platform. The better you are at maintaining your streak, the happier and healthier your Streak Pet becomes. As you continue your streak, you might even notice your pet growing bigger, visually demonstrating your ongoing commitment to your friendship and your streak.
While generally stable, some users reported in February 2025 that their Streak Pets had disappeared. As TikTok has not officially addressed this, it’s speculated to be a temporary glitch rather than a planned removal of the feature. If your pet disappears, it might be worth checking for app updates or waiting to see if it returns.
For further assistance with TikTok features, you might find our guides on topics like TikTok Live gifts and restoring TikTok streaks helpful. Enjoy nurturing your Streak Pet and strengthening your friendships on TikTok!
