DW: I refuse to comment on this so as not to being told to sleep on the couch/divorce.
In China, young people are starting to keep jars of activated yeast as pets because they’re easy to care for. These “static pets” only need flour and water to stay alive. People enjoy watching the yeast bubble and grow, finding it a fun and low-effort companion. Some even name their yeast and share videos of it online, making it a popular trend on social media.
This craze is part of a bigger wave of unusual pets in China, like stones and mango pits, as folks look for simple ways to feel connected without the hassle of traditional pets. Interest in the trend is rising because it doesn’t take much time and also doesn’t cost a lot of bread.
Source: Oddity Central