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April 2006 | Vol. V - No. 4

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Toy Companies Play Fetch

Children's Toy Manufacturers Produce Pet Products

By: TDmonthly Staff
4/1/2006

Furry companions have inspired the hottest new merchandise in the toy industry. Luxury for pampered pets along with games and gifts with an animal theme may be a retailer's best bet in stocking shelves this year.

Aurora World Inc. (ToyDirectory), JAKKS Pacific and Ty are just three familiar names getting involved in finding out what Fido wants. Check back next month to discover how these companies and more are developing products for the expanding pet industry.
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