Collection: Tea Pets

Explore Chinese Tea Pets

Our animal-shaped tea pets are among the most popular, featuring symbols of good fortune like frogs, dragons, and pigs. Each animal holds its own special meaning, such as prosperity, strength, or abundance, making them perfect companions for your tea ritual.

These tea pets are designed to absorb tea over time, developing a rich, shiny patina that becomes a testament to your tea-drinking journey. In addition to traditional Yixing clay tea pets, we offer modern versions crafted from materials like porcelain and ceramic.

While Yixing clay is highly valued for its ability to absorb tea and change appearance over time, our ceramic and porcelain tea pets offer a smooth, decorative alternative that adds elegance to any tea setup. Whether you prefer a classic or contemporary style, we have tea pets that cater to both traditional and modern sensibilities.

Our mythical and spiritual tea pets, such as Buddha and dragon figurines, are designed to inspire peace and mindfulness during your tea sessions. These tea pets not only add aesthetic value to your Kung fu tea table but also serve as a daily reminder to slow down and enjoy the calming nature of tea.

Each tea pet in our collection is crafted with care, making it a perfect gift for tea lovers or a thoughtful addition to your own tea practice. Explore our range and find the tea pet that speaks to your tea journey!

Charming Tea Pets for Every Tea Lover

Tea pets are a delightful addition to any tea time ritual, bringing personality and tradition to your tea tray.

These small figurines, often crafted from the same clay as high-quality tea pots, are designed to develop a rich patina over time as they interact with tea. Whether you're making tea for yourself or sharing with friends, a tea pet adds a touch of charm and symbolism to the experience.

Each tea pet is carefully shaped with unique designs, from lucky animals to mythical creatures. Pouring tea over them during tea time is a tradition that symbolizes good fortune, making them a perfect companion for those who love to drink tea.

Handcrafted Tea Pets for Your Tea Tray

Enhance your tea tray setup with a handcrafted tea pet, made from traditional clay materials that match authentic tea pots. These small companions bring a playful yet meaningful element to making tea, evolving in appearance as they absorb tea over time. Their porous surface allows them to develop character, making each tea session a unique and personal experience.

Tea lovers appreciate tea pets for their cultural significance and artistic craftsmanship. Whether using a brush to bathe your pet in tea or watching it change over the years, these figures love being fed tea and add depth to your tea rituals while connecting you to the centuries-old traditions of tea culture.

Unique Tea Pets for Tea Time

Tea pets blend tradition with modern aesthetics, making them a wonderful addition to both classic and contemporary tea setups.

Crafted from the same clay as premium tea pots, these figurines absorb tea with every pour, creating a bond between the tea lover and their pet. Perfect for decorating your tea tray, they serve as symbols of prosperity, wisdom, and joy.

Designed for those who love to drink tea and embrace tea culture, tea pets are available in various styles, from animals to mythical creatures. Whether you're making tea alone or with guests, these little companions bring warmth and personality to every tea session.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a tea pet?

A tea pet is a small, decorative figurine placed on a tea tray during tea time. Traditionally made from the same clay as Yixing tea pots, these pets absorb tea over time, developing a unique appearance and a rich patina.

2. How do you use a tea pet?

To use a tea pet, simply pour leftover tea or rinse water over it while making tea. Some tea lovers use a tea brush to gently bathe their tea pet, helping it absorb the tea evenly and develop a beautiful shine over time.

3. What are tea pets made of?

Most tea pets are crafted from Yixing clay or other porous ceramic materials. Since they are made from the same clay as high-quality tea pots, they interact with tea naturally, absorbing its essence over time.

4. Do tea pets require special care?

Tea pets do not require much maintenance. Simply rinse them with warm water after tea sessions and avoid using soap or detergent, as their porous surface can absorb unwanted substances. Regular use with tea will naturally enhance their color and texture.