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Cute and snuggly!
We bought this for our son's first Christmas - at which he was 11 months old. He snuggles with Bear in his crib and while we watch Bear on Disney. He loves to watch Bear and we all love to read Bear's books.

When you press Bear's left ear he says cute phrases like, "How about a nice bear hug." and "Great bear hug." and "I smell a friend."

Cute, but...
This Bear is very cute. But, the description makes it sound like Bear talks when you hug him (although admitedly it does not actually say that). Bear actually talks when you squeeze his ear. I ordered this for our son's first birthday so squeezing the ear isn't as easy for him as hugging Bear. I'm still happy with him, I just wish I had known before ordering and thought someone else might want to know, too.

CUTE CUTE CUTE
This bear is just as cute as can be. Sounds like Bear on TV. Says familiar sayings you hear on TV show. Really cuddly. Very soft fur. Would recommend to anyone especially if your kids watch Bear in the Big Blue House. My 9mo. old grandson is getting it for Christmas so I don't know how well it will hold up but looks very well made.

Funny and lovely Bear
I think its funny looking, my girl loves it very much. ... Read more

Editorial Review

This electronic and interactive Polar Bear cub really is adorable. Covered in soft fur and measuring just over 12-inches tall in the seated position, the fun-loving bruin makes a number of different sounds depending on how you play with him. He will make slurping noises when you place the included bottle in his mouth, and start to coo and relax when you give him a hug. And if that wasn't enough, you can even make the cub giggle by tickling him in the right place. Each bear comes with its own special adoption certificate and a plastic feeding bottle. Requires 3 "C" batteries (not included), along with a Phillips head screwdriver to install or change the batteries. ... Read more

Editorial Review

While there exist numerous trainable robotic dogs on the marketplace, there's something a little refreshing about a furry mechanical pup that simply does whatever he wants to. Because really, haven't we all met or even owned dogs like that? Once Go-Go is turned on, he moves back and forth on tiny wheels hidden under thick blond fur all the while pivoting at the shoulders and hips to give a more realistic depiction of walking. Go-Go is a noisy little critter as well barking and panting while moving about the floor. While the real dog movements and sounds were lots of fun, such entertainment does come at a price, in this case five "C" batteries. Like a real dog, Go-Go wears a fetching purple bandana but unlike a real dog, Go-Go has an off switch. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

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UUUUUHHHH
My Sister Taylor is 9 she got one with her own money. When you would call its name it would go the other way it didn't do anything but bark all the time. And this was all happening right when we took him out of the box!

The best toy ever!!!
I think this toy is almost like a real dog.GoGo will bark,walk,and make other dog noises.He will also listen to your commands!! He is educational because he teaches you how to take care of a real dog,like not to pick him up by his head, show respect and pick him like normal.The durablity is great,we have had GoGo since Christmas and he has not broke. We also play with him a lot and never had to change the batteries!!!
THANK YOU FurReal Company!!!!

love GoGo
I Got GoGo For My Sister and she loved love loved it its So Fun To Play with. and So Cute You Shold Realy Get One Its The Funest Toy

It Fooled the Dog for a Moment!
Go-Go was the only toy that my girls asked Santa for so they both got one. I can estimate that the total time either one of them has played with Go-Go is about 10 minutes. We have a dog and a cat so I do not think that Go-Go is realistic enough to capture the feeling of having your "own" pet. My mother's dog thought they were real for a short time which was a fun laugh on Christmas morning. Go-Go has not been used enough to truly rate the durability but it has been dropped several times and is still working. For little ones who love to "mother" their babies, it could work well but not for my two gals.

Great Toy
My 5 year old cousin got this "puppy" for Christmas and LOVES it. It is a great toy and all of my other cousins (I have quite a bit) couldn't get enough of it. I enjoyed playing with it and so does my cousin that recieved the gift. It works great and I am surprised that some people don't even like it! Here is why I rated it the way I did-
FUN: It is a really fun toy, because of how close it is to a real puppy. It really comes when you call, and for a child that doesn't have a real pet to play with it can lead to hours of enjoyment
EDUCATION: I think this toy is really educational, because my cousin has no pet of her own and it teaches her responsibility for all animals. When she does something to it that would hurt a regular puppy (ie, pick it up by its head) my aunt will tell her that that was wrong and show her the right way to pick up a puppy. It can be a learning experience if you want it to be.
DURABILITY: This toy seems pretty durable. Just make sure you don't drop it so much and it looks like it will last a pretty long time. ... Read more

Editorial Review

While there exist numerous trainable robotic dogs on the marketplace, there's something a little refreshing about a furry mechanical pup that simply does whatever he wants to. Because really, haven't we all met or even owned dogs like that? Once Go-Go is turned on, he moves back and forth on tiny wheels hidden under thick blond fur all the while pivoting at the shoulders and hips to give a more realistic depiction of walking. Go-Go is a noisy little critter as well barking and panting while moving about the floor. While the real dog movements and sounds were lots of fun, such entertainment does come at a price, in this case five "C" batteries. Like a real dog, Go-Go wears a fetching purple bandana but unlike a real dog, Go-Go has an off switch. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

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CHEAPER AT WALMART AND WALMART.COM
this is a great toy, i have purchased 2 (1 for my daughter and 1 for my niece). if you actually look for a deal, (...)
so, if you are trying to get a great toy and a GREAT deal, i would just buy it there...
hope it helps, enjoy

go-go my so fake walkin pup
this toy is fake you have to press buttons on its sides and back and everything you have to turn it on with a switch when you call by whatever you name it[i named mine sweetie]it doesnt come to you

Snowflake!!!!
This was an early Christmas present. This is Snowflake. She is a white dog. Her puppy is white and gray. She wears her necklace sometimes. My real cat, Smokey, likes to play with her. Snowflake chases Smokey. They run around in circles.
Snowflake doesn't pay attention to my kitties. She just runs past them. Sometimes she even leaves her puppy in another room!
Snowflake is educational. She teaches children how to care for their pets. Snowflake is really fun!

A Pet For You
If you`r child is tired of all those stuff dogs that can not do anything? Well now you can get a NEW,TALKING AND BARKING DOG!YOU`R CHILD WOULD LOVE IT.

Garbage Garbage Garbage
This toy is pure garbage. It does not look or walk like a real puppy. Its ridiculous mechanical wheels get stuck and causes the thing to roll around in a circle. Notice I did not say walk around...it rolls on wheels. This makes it look even more unrealistic. It is suppose to respond to sound. Well you have about a 50/50 chance of it going in the correct direction. My kid played with this one time and now it's on the bottom of the toy box. I would have returned it, but in the excitement, the box was ripped up during the opening. We were all excited to see this little doggie. It's a let down...a true disappointment!! ... Read more

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Elmo may not be on the cutting edge of pop culture with this incarnation, but he still makes playtime fun. Instead of mimicking the latest hit, which always seems to drive kids wild, he sings and dances his own version of a 70s classic: "YMCA." It never dies, does it? The 13.5-inch Elmo sings out letters to a catchy rhythm while dancing what can only be described as pseudo-Egyptian. It's quite a feat, actually, to see what he does with his arms and legs: standing on one foot, bobbing his head, moving several limbs at once. His cute, familiar voice hasn't changed, either; kids can hear it with each press of his upheld hand. Required: 4 AA batteries.Diane Beall ... Read more

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too cute for words
This Elmo is the cutest one that I have ever seen. By daughter loves to dance with Elmo. ... Read more

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cute and cuddly
Awesom it's so(...) cute his large lower body makes him great to hug. he's the best teddy bear i've seen or hugged

MY BEAR SCHLEPP
I recived schlepp from my boyfriend for my birthday.I would like to say that I think this is a very loveable,huggable bear.My boyfriend lives in England and i in Georgia/USA and when ever I am missing him which is everyday I sit hugging schlepp and thinking of him.I would strongly recomend buying this....

Truly endearing stuffed animal
We bought a small version of this bear at Christmas when we acted as Santa for foster children through DFACS. Even before the bear was wrapped, everyone in our family had played with it repeatedly. The soft plush, the chubby body and the combination of large nose and little eyes make this toy very vulnerable and lovable. We were so sad to see it leave that my husband bought a replacement for us for Christmas! "Gundy" (I know, not very original of us) has stayed in the family room since the holidays and provides entertainment for teenagers and family alike, as we use him as a puppet to comment on everything from the primaries to the Super Bowl "wardrobe malfunction." (He hid his head in embarrassment.) Yes, even an inanimate stuffed animal can have educational value if you animate it!

This bear will make your day!
I bought this bear for my grandaughter she is 5 years old. If I had known how adorable it was I would have ordered more at the time. Everyone I showed him to fell in love with him. As I say he makes your day. He brings a smile to your face. I collect bears throughout my house. I have many. There is not one that I have that is like him. He is so soft and when you put him in your arms to hug...lookout you have never hugged anything better. It's unbelievable. No one should be without one. I will be placing another order for more right after Christmas. For myself and friends, just to make their day. It's a must just to see people smile and be loved by this bear. I hope this review helps you decide.

The best huggable bear ever
I got this bear while in the hospital, I hugged it whenever I was sad, in pain, or getting a treatment. It now sits on my bed when I'm at home, and everytime I go to the hospital it goes to me. It's even gone into surgery with me a few times. It's a great bear to hug if someone's not there. Mine has held up very well, and I haven't had to wash it. It's great for kids and adults I think. Everyone should have at least one stuffed animal, young or old, and this is the one. ... Read more

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Adorable!
My son is a scooby fan, age 4 and he loves this scooby. Its so adorable, soft and speaks clearly and loudy enough to hear. He love his and sleeps with him every night, takes him everything, its his best pal.

VERY ENJOYABLE FOR MY 5 YEAR OLD
My daughter just turned five and at her party she got this from her uncle. From the time she got it she hasnt put it down for nothing except bath time. It has been perfect for the many hours of role playing she has daily with her younger sister. I think this is a perfect addition to any childs toy box. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Few toys are more majestic than this charcoal-gray plush elephant. Bonus: this gentle giant is also a puppet. He boasts an extendable trunk, protruding horns, wrinkled eyes, and soft, floppy ears. With his velvety body and big belly, he's the perfect pachyderm for puppet shows, naptime, or cozying up with to read a book. This unforgettable elephant stands 17 inches tall from head to hoof. --Melissa Wilson ... Read more

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super soft, an excellent puppet!
I knew Folkmanis would never disappoint but was still thrilled at the high quality of this puppet. Folkmanis puppets are consistently great quality, of beautiful design, and fun to use. This puppet, however, is exceptionally soft, almost velvety in texture. A great toy for little ones to hug and hold as well as a fun puppet. Using your hand, one can move the mouth and swing the trunk a bit.

My children love this puppet! This large puppet is a must-have for puppet lovers and elephant lovers!

jumbo fun!
I love this elephant! I use it for storytimes and you can not only move it's mouth but also put your hand/arm down the trunk and move that too. It's big and soft and a beautiful grey. ... Read more

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Good By Me
Just so people know, this is not the Luv Cub. This is the Newborn Luv Cub. It doesn't hug back and is considerably smaller than the original Luv Cub (who does hug and makes suckling noises when given a bottle). We have both the Luv Cub and Newborn Luv Cub and both are great. My daughter pretends the Luv Cub is the 'Mommy'. On the larger Luv Cub, the arm also bent/broke, but still works fine. The newborn is in great shape and seems more durable. We love both and the Newborn Luv Cub is so adorable.

Panda Fur Real Bear
I bought this for my grandaughter about 1 month ago.She played with it for the first 2 weeks and now it just sits in her toy box.She is 3-1/2 yrs. old and she told me the bear was smaller than the one in the video and that it also does not give hugs like the video shows.She was also disappointed that the bottle served no purpose.The toy just stretches and opens it's eyes and moves arms up and down.We were both disappointed, especially since the video made it look larger than it actually is and I have yet to see it hug.

Very cute
I bought this for my 6 year old daughter yesterday. She is in love with it.She is a stuffed animal kid anyhow and to have one that needs her TLC is a plus! The only dissapointing feature is the bottle, why include one if it dosen't have a function? Even a little sucking sound would be better than nothing at all.
But overall she's very happy (he's asleep at this very moment!)

this thing is so cute and ,durable?
This toys is so cute ,but durable too! I love it once I doped it while running it hit the wall and hit the floor. Still works fine. I can`t wait to get a bunny one. It even comes with a little bottle ,but doesn`t realize that it has one in front of it:/. I really want to get the polar bear one too. Here are some pluses and minuses.
+Durable
-Doesn`t recognize bottle
+Box can be cut to look like a crib!
+Cute

Nice toy, but fairly fragile.
I bought this for my daughter, 3, for a Christmas present in 2004. She loves it. She loves the sounds it makes and is particularly fond of the fact that he "hugs" her back when she hugs him. After 3 months, however, one of the mechanical paws is bent/broken. It still works, however, it is just at an odd angle, like a broken wrist. My 3 year old hasn't even noticed it and still plays with it, but my eldest did almost instantaneously. My children are not rough with their toys,especially their cuddly ones, so I can't say one of them purposely broke it. I, simply, would have expected it to last longer than 3 months worth of regular, normal play. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Howdy Doody Show was a phenomenal success. After its1947 crossover from radio to television, lines to see the show weretremendous, as fans were eager to watch the antics of the spunky,freckle-faced marionette and his cohorts. Goldberger's Howdy Doodyventriloquist doll is a playful reminder of those days. He's the mirrorimage of Buffalo Bob's pal, with everything but the strings. He hasfiery hair, great big ears, wide blue eyes, and a liberal peppering offreckles. Howdy sports a dark blue neckerchief, sunny yellow armbandsover a red plaid shirt, and red-and-white plastic cowboy boots. He's a30-inch, lightweight stuffed fellow with a vinyl head and hands. Thestring pull hidden on his back gets his jaw a-flappin'. The doll'saction is a bit stiff--it takes some expert positioning to keep Howdy'shead from following the motion of the string--but after a littlepractice it gets better. Included in the case is a set of simple,encouraging (and quaintly illustrated) black-and-white instructions forthe beginning ventriloquist. You'll want to practice in front of amirror before you lasso your own admiring fans. It's Howdy Doody time!--Julie Ubben ... Read more

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Cool and fun
I looked all over for my son and daughter for venntriloquist dolls. These provided hours of amusement and play... ... Read more

Editorial Review

Puppets nurture the imagination, inspire creativity, develop interactive play, and expandlanguage. This reviewer has found them to be excellent tools for teaching foreign languages--children willcomfortably experiment when manipulating a puppet, but not when simply talking to a friend. As childrenmature, they are able to use puppets in a more sophisticated manner that will help them last a good longtime.

Snowy Owl is well made and true to form with her white and gray spotted fur. The texture of herleather beak and talons gives her an air of authenticity, and her large glass eyes ringed with thick white furwon't miss a rodent. A plastic stick inside Snowy Owl's body lets you rotate her head 360 degrees. With awingspan of 22 inches, she will play a prominent role on the puppet stage. --Sandy Hirsch ... Read more

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Fun puppet... actually quite awesome
I bought this one and the Emperor Penguin puppet for my baby... she loves them both.

The owl is awesome, soft... the head rotates all the way around via a stick inside. I can maneuver the wings and head at the same time with one hand, which really entertains my daughter.

Cuddly and interactive
This snowy owl is a part of my plush/puppet collection, and I don't regret the addition. The head can be turned and the wings flapped with your hand, and patches of velcro allow the wings to be folded back realisticly when not spread. The material is very soft, and the beak and talons are leather, not plastic. My only nitpick is that the feet have only three claws, when they should have four. However, this small inaccuracy shouldn't stop anyone from adding it to their collection.

Gorgeous toy
This is one of my favorite owls and favorite puppets. You really need to see it to appreciate just how gorgeous it is. The only drawback that I have found is in trying to fasten the wings back into the "at rest" position. They seem to pull too tightly on the owl. Of course, that could just be on mine.

Great Owl
This is a great toy for children of all ages, I've found it especially useful in Harry Potter plays my children have preformed.

A real hoot!
This owl is ingenious! I'm impressed with most of the Folkmanis puppets, but Snowy's truly incredible. Hands of all sizes can have hours of creative fun with this beautiful bird - whose head actually rotates 360 degrees! An added bonus is the soft, lifelike plush coat. Not for nocturnal use only! ... Read more

Editorial Review

Yorkshire terriers, or "Yorkies," as they are commonly known, are one of the more popular breeds in the world for people looking for a loyal and friendly house pet. This little charmer, a Toys "R" Us Exclusive from Animal Alley, captures the pleasant charm of the Yorkie quite nicely. He lies on his stomach, looking slightly upward with his realistic dark eyes. Longer white hairs offset his black coat and the hair on his face is gathered up above his eyes where it's tied off with a fetching little bow. This Yorkie is the perfect size to tuck under an arm as one falls asleep. --John Moe ... Read more

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cool
I gave one 2 my b-friend 4 0ur 2 years of dating anneversary. He sleeps with it every night!!!!!! and surprize surprize1 He gave me one of those silly little Animal Alley Yorkshire Terriers 2! Is that not a dorable. I sleep with it every night!!!!!!

Lifesize Yorkie Playmate
I bought this doll as a companion for my own Yorkshire Terrier, Buffy, when she was a puppy. Buffy has LOVED this little doll, she still sleeps with it and carries it with her. Four months later the doll has not lost anything but it's bow. I can wash it when it gets dirty and yes, the hair needs brushing occasionally but anyone who ever had a puppy knows how hard it is to find toys that last through teething. I recommend it for children and dogs alike.

Cute Little Puppy
I love this yorkshire terrier. I want him for Christmas. I have always wanted a real dog like this.

Cute as a button
This toy is so close to the real thing. I have a Yorkie (Jack) and this toy puppy could be his cousin. The makers did a great job with this one. The one I bought is a present but I know it's going to be tough giving him away. It's love at first sight.

Great!
Mine i got from my grandma and it is so much fun and i had it for 3 years. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Make a little monkey business with this gorgeous puppet, whosethick, lush coat and tail are made of contrasting browns. The puppet'shands, feet, ears, and face are made of a dark beige fabric, and hisnose is perched atop his oversize mouth, the inside of which is a darkerbrown. Large plastic button eyes finish off his expressive face. Thepuppeteer's hand is inserted through the bottom of the body, and fingersfit in the upper arms and mouth. Wonderfully detailed, this monkeypuppet is 23 inches long and 8 inches wide. Surface washable with coldwater. --Peggy Etra ... Read more

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Cute monkey
My music teacher Had a puppet (a monkey)and the whole class loved it. The name was EGABDF (notes of the staff). Onen day my friend called me and told me were to find EGABDF (here on computer) so I bought it. We both named them after the real EGABDF (she got it for her birthday before I orded it). Since they have the same name we decided mine would be girl hers would be boy. So for short mine is Ega and hers is Egg. I love this puppet and I am 11 years old.

Best Puppet Maker I've found
We have several Folkmanis puppets including this monkey. My kids (both preschoolers) have been playing with this toy off and on for over a year and a half. It shows very little wear. Their favorite game is "pull the monkey's tail" which should tell you how durable it is. The fur is wonderfully soft, it's easy to make it come off as expressive. It is a little large for small hands to work. ...I have been so pleased with the quality of this company's product that I don't mind spending a little bit more or searching for them.

Micah the Monkey
Micah the Monkey first came to my wife from her cousin. He was bought from a toy store store, but he clames that's only because the FBI caught him sneaking in from Mexico (on his trip from Jamaica).

He has since traveled all over the country and we have the pictures to prove it. He's gotton a bit ratty along the way, but that suits his personality. He says he was only looking cute when so you'd buy him ;).

He likes to get into trouble any time he can. He claims he is an attack monkey but i haven't seem him attack for quite some time.

He's best friends with our Gund Dog "mutsy".

Micah the monkey actually started his own web company, and let me work for him. :)

Over all he's a great monkey and will provide you hours and hours of fun. He'l even crash your computer while you are gone for the weekend :)
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Soooo Cute!
I bought this puppet in a bookstore after I made the mistake of putting it on my hand. It's so expressive, I couldn't put it down -- I felt like I would be making the poor monkey sad.

This is a very well-made puppet. If you think it's cute in the picture, wait until you see it on someone's hand. I rated it only three stars for durability because it's not the kind of toy you want to give to a toddler to abuse. (At least, no toddler's grimy hands are getting on *my* monkey!)

This would be a great toy for an older kid who likes puppets, or for an adult (like me) who loves monkeys.

A Great Friend
I bought this monkey puppet for my wife's birthday more than five years ago. My wife likes stuffed animals, but the real reason I bought it was because this little monkey is so cool looking that I found him irresistible. He has a happy yet mischievous look on his face that is very alluring. I basically enjoyed my wife's present so much that I made the stuffed animal into a kind of family pet; I even gave him a name - Ruffigan. Ruffigan traveled with us on airplanes around the country - the flight attendants thought he was riot.

Over time, the monkey faded in color a little bit, probably because we sometimes left him out in the sun in the car. I actually came to prefer the light brown coloration to his original dark brown; I treated the lightening like my own natural aging! Overall, the puppet held up extremely well. His fur remained completely intact, and his shape became like a glove that fit perfectly on my hand.

When our first child was born, Ruffigan became an instant favorite. The oval shape of his face was perfect for our baby to chew on. She also adored his expression, kicking strongly when she saw little Ruffigan. Our friends commented how much "she loves that monkey." I think she also liked the imaginary personality that I had developed for Ruffigan (a kind of rowdy and slightly "bad" little monkey . . . but that is another story).

I lost Ruffigan at the mall last Christmas (we brought him with us for a photo with our daughter). I really felt like an old and dear friend had died. Since then, we've bought another monkey puppet, which our daughter also loves. I don't think she noticed any change. But I did, and I still miss Ruffigan, even though in quality the new puppet is identical.

Clearly, I very strongly recommend this product. I don't imagine that many others will end up treating the monkey like a pet in the way that I did, but I am sure that this little puppet can brighten the days for a lot of children. ... Read more