Gridiron Fanatic screams “Touchdown!” and “Boooo!” on command with the press of a button on his foot. Gridiron Fanatic is also packed with several offensive and defensive sound effects and phrases (“Tackle somebody! Anybody!” and “Bears have an amazing sense of smell, and I smell a TOUCHDOWN!”), activated with a pat on his paws. Launch date: Fall 2011.
Holding a cream-colored blanket, this beige soft plush bear will raise and lower his blanket to play a game of peek-a-boo when his foot is pressed. The bear’s mouth moves as he says “Peek-a-boo, I see you,” to the child. Launch date: March 2011.
Squaredy Cats are square kittens that feature a soft and puffy tail. Each Squaredy Cat has a saying embroidered on its side, saying what they are not "squared" (scared) to do. Promotes self-acceptance and self-expression.
Made of soft huggable plush fabric, Goober has a loveable face and silky chocolate-brown fur accented with cream-colored fur on his belly and muzzle. Measures 11" tall. Surface washable. — In late Spring 2011, 30% of retailers surveyed by TDmonthly said that plush and puppets from Gund were best-sellers in the category. Mike DiAndrea, manager of Ace Hardware & Toy Center in Paoli, Pa., said he sells about 6 Goober Bears each month. — As of 6/10/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews on Amazon.com.
This plush item is based on the real life Boo, a Westminster Dog Show champion who has more than 3 million Facebook fans. Launch date: April 2012. — In a May 2012 survey, Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that "Normally I would tell you a line of plush sells well rather than an item but this past month there has been a standout. We quickly sold out of a dozen of 'Boo' from Gund, the Westminster Dog Show winner. I have more on order." — Greg Larson, owner of Larson's Toys and Games in Columbus, Ohio, told TDmonthly in a late Summer 2012 survey that Boo from Gund is one of their top-two bestselling novelty items.
He’s 12” tall and made with a fleecy material that’s super-soft to the touch. His simple floppy body makes it easy for little hands to carry him everywhere. With soft fabric eyes, he even makes the perfect bedtime companion. — In a May 2012 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Sesame Street plush from Gund was their best selling licensed product.
This ultra-soft multi textured plush dragon is proud of his fire-breathing abilities... and his ninja-style moves (which he’s still mastering). He’s got a fun side to him too though, as he likes to joke around and even talk a little smack. 12” and includes 3 replaceable AA batteries. Recites 10 phrases while arms move & nostrils light up. On / off switch on left foot. Launch date: January 1, 2013
Ultra soft plush Grover comes with a satin cape 15". A silver helmet and lightning bolt logo complete the super hero look. Launch date: January 1, 2013. — Isaac Judd from Magic Beans in Brookline, Mass., told TDmonthlyin a June 2013 survey that Sesame Street plush from Gund is their best-selling plush item. They sell about 50 each month of all the characters combined.
The perfect addition to any Halloween party, Vampy Vince sings a Halloween song and dances along to the music (well, his arms and head move to the beat). With a cool black/red/gray outfit and a classic vampire haircut Vince is ready to party this Halloween. Just press the button on his left foot to start the action. Vince comes with 3 AA replaceable batteries. — In a Winter 2012 survey Teresa Derry, owner of Annie's Toy Chest in Cocoa, Fla., told TDmonthly that Gund monsters were one of her Halloween bestsellers.
GUND’s Boo, The World’s Cutest Dog is now the world’s cutest holiday plush. With over 6.8 million Facebook fans, Boo is recognized by fans worldwide. GUND’s version of Boo is the spitting image of the wildly popular Pomeranian. He is 9” and made of only the finest and softest fabrics. Boo with a Santa Hat is perfect for Boo fans of all ages. With over 6.8 million fans, he is the “must have” of the season. Launch date: March 1, 2013.
Bring Elmo to life yourself, Cuddly soft puppet plush, 11" tall, Great for aspiring puppeteers. — In a May 2014 survey Andrea from Hardware Center Toys in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthlythat Elmo Puppets are their store's best-selling licensed toy. — Robert Klenberg, co-owner of Richard's Variety Store in Atlanta, Ga., told TDmonthly that Sesame Street plush from Gund is their store's best-selling plush.
This huggably soft 13" dolly is the perfect take-everywhere companion for baby! With embroidered brown eyes, the sweetest face and just a tuft of brunette hair, My First Dolly is extra lightweight? making her easy to take everywhere! — Helen Ulrich, sales clerk at Hardware Toys in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly in a June 2014 survey that My First Doll from Gund is one of their store's best-selling plush items.
This prickle of hedgehogs from GUND is a ball of cuteness. Super-soft and fluffy with sweet little faces, they're fun to cuddle, toss, and tote. Set includes three hedgehogs in dark brown, light brown, and charcoal. For ages 12 months and up. Size 3" — Dean Smith, owner of Jazams in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in a June 2015 survey that Ganley the Hedgehog was their store's best-selling plush brand.
This cute little 1 piece, palm size porcupine set from Gund will put a smile on your child's face. Each porcupine measures 3" in height with a plastic nose & stitched eyes. Each porcupine has soft velour face & paws with the lighter of the two having a soft velour stomach as well. Both porcupines have salt & pepper colored long hair. — In a June 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Qwilly porcupine was their best-selling plush toy.
