Cepia LLC has released new Zhu Zhu Pets accessories and outfits. Take a look at the Zhu Zhu Pets Spring Release Commercial to see these new toys and outfits for these friendly, furry critters. See some that you like? Then head over to our Amazon Store to order your very own.
Zhu Zhu Pets Hamster World
If you’re trying to find one of the Zhu Zhu Pets Hamsters this holiday season for a child you know, check out this article for trying to find one at an affordable price. Here are some of the tips shared:
1. Make a Wish List on ToysRUs.com
2. Call retailers frequently to find out when their next shipment of Zhu Zhu’s arrive
3. Use online tools to track Zhu Zhu Hamsters (specifics are in article)
There are still Zhu Zhu Hamsters and Accesories availble on our amazon store. Also, it wouldn’t hurt to search your local Craigslist to see if anyone is selling them near you.
Ebay and the Zhu Zhus
Dec 14
The Wall Street Journal wrote an article early last week on EBay’s holiday season. John Donahoe says there is no one “must-have” item out of stock everywhere, except for the Zhu Zhu Pet Hamsters. These furry friends are doing “brisk business” on EBay.
4 New Zhu Zhu Pets Just Released: Scoodles, Jilly, Nugget, Winkie
Cepia LLC has released 4 more Zhu Zhu Pets hamsters, as part of Series 2. In their own words, “Due to the popularity of Zhu Zhu Pets, retailers have decided to fly goods to stores so that consumers could have them in time for the holidays.” The 4 newbies are named Winkie, Jilly, Nugget, and Scoodles. Check out our Amazon Store for these available critters!
Mr. Squiggles on Trial
Dec 7
Zhu Zhu Pest Mr. Squiggles
There were recently some false accusations against the Zhu Zhu Pets hamster toy Mr. Squiggles. There was concern that Mr. Squiggles had too much of the chemical Antimony. Rest assured that these hamsters have been thoroughly tested and declared “safe” by both US and European standards. Cepia LLC offered this official response.
Google Trends Chart - webkinz, zhu zhu pets, shining star, neo pets, club penguin
According to Lutz Miller’s article, Zhu Zhu Pets are in competition with 4 major virtual playground toys. Lutz shares some interesting charts on the comparison of 5 major brands of toys, in regards to Google searches and Consumer Profile.
Zhu Zhu Pets have an edge on the market due to their low price, great advertising and independence from an internet world, creating a “runaway success” in both the States and the UK.
A holiday shopper carries a Zhu Zhu pet to the checkout line. (Photo: Carolyn Kaster/Associated Press)
According to an article by ConsumerAffairs.com, Cepia LLC is ramping up their production of Zhu Zhu Pets in China. Natalie Hornsby, the director of Marketing and Brand Development for Cepia states, “We originally worked with one major factory. We are now working with four factories”. This news should come as a relief for many parents waiting to buy the popular toy.
If you’re still looking for Zhu Zhu Pets, major retailers may continue to get shipments through December. However, if you’re in a hurry, or don’t want to take the risk of missing these shipments, you can shop our Zhu Zhu Pets store. (All store items are listed at Amazon.com and are not the property of ZhuZhuInfo.com).
US Toy Shortages
Dec 1
Empty Toy Shelves Sure to Be a Common Sight this Month (Photo: Cleveland Leader)
An article in the Cleveland Leader explains why the struggling US economy led many toy retailers to order less inventory than in year’s past. This is causing a shortage of many toys, especially popular ones like the Zhu Zhu Pets. Parents are urged to shop early or risk ending up empty handed.
If you’re still shopping for Zhu Zhu Pets, or know of friends that are, we encourage you to check out our online Zhu Zhu Pet Store.
Zhu Zhu Pets iPhone Game!
Nov 29
Zhu Zhu Pets iPhone Game by TiltnTwist LLC.
If your kids love the Zhu Zhu Pets, and why wouldn’t they, then they’re sure to enjoy the Zhu Zhu Pets iPhone game in the iTunes App Store. It’s been available since November 11, and so far the game has received mostly positive reviews. It’s worth a look, and for $1.99 it’s worth a try too. Happy gaming!
Game Description:
Roll around Zhu Zhu-Ville with your favorite Zhu Zhu Pet, Mr. Squiggles and his Adventure Ball!
Tilt, twist and flick your way through miles and miles of madcap mazes helping Mr. Squiggles find the rest of his Zhu Zhu Pet friends. Along the way look out for sticky spider webs and gobs of goo taht stop Mr. Squiggles in his tracks! Just flick your phone to break him free in search of his Zhu Zhu Pals!
Russell Hornsby shares with Fox Business from his 30+ years experience what it takes for a small toy company to produce the year’s best selling toy! The toy company, Cepia LLC is reportedly expected to bring in between $300-$400 million within the next year. Hornsby explains the challenges involved in getting to the top of their market and rivaling toys that represent big-name characters from Disney and Nickelodeon.
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