Move over Wii and PS3 .. Webkinz are here!
Move over, PS3. Watch out, Wii. One second there, iPod. Web what? Webkinz are the latest craze for kids and can be described as snugly stuffed toy meets Second Life meets under-bottle-cap code redemption meets online shopping 1.0. The Webkinz Horse is frequently one of the most sought after characters in the Webkinz bunch. When kids (or parents) purchase one of the many variations of Webkinz toys online or offline, it contains a tag with a distinctive code which is input at Webkinz.com. The code let\'s a child \"adopt\" the virtual pet, and redeem virtual currency points for food, water and other fun items for pets to live in comfort within the Webkinz world. Once kids input the code, they have a full year to play with the pet online. Not a bad option for junior who keeps asking for a puppy for an upcoming birthday -- no potty training, no shedding and no ugly lawsuits from the postal carrier.
Who is your favorite Webkinz animal?
Some of the more popular Webkinz toys include the Horse, Polar Bear, Chihuahua , Golden Retriever and Dalmatian, while the Black Lab is quickly joining the ranks.