When do you see gophers in virtual families?

In the game Virtual Families, gophers appear during specific events or situations, often when players are focused on gardening or farming. They can be seen digging in the yard, typically causing disruption to the player's plants. Players must manage this by either scaring them away or using in-game items to protect their crops. Gophers add an element of challenge to the gardening aspect of the game.