Zhu Zhu Pets™ Hamsters Invade the United States!

Pediatrics Week | September 19, 2009 | Copyright

Zhu Zhu Pets™ hamsters have invaded the United States! From baseball stadiums to children's hospitals, this new collection of adorable, furry, interactive pets is expected to overtake the nation, and catapult to the top of every child's wish list. Riding on the heels of an extremely successful test market launch in Phoenix, and remarkable focus group findings, Zhu Zhu Pets™ are expected to be the newest craze among kids, and quite possibly the 2009 Toy of Year.

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