The hottest and hardest toy to find of 2009 is actually a line of toys...

They are the Zhu Zhu Pets!

What are Zhu Zhu Pets?

'"Zhu Zhu Pets™ are innovative, realistic, interactive, plush, and artificially intelligent hamsters that talk and move around in their own playsets. Zhu Zhu Pets™ include two play modes:
nurturing mode where the hamsters coo and purr and adventure mode where the hamsters explore their habitat with intelligent audio and mechanical responses to various habitat stimuli. Over a dozen add-ons can be purchased to build an ever-evolving hamsterworld for your hamster to play in and explore. Powered by 2 AAA batteries (included), Zhu Zhu Pets are suitable for ages 3 and up." - ZhuZhuPets.com

More Information on Zhu Zhu Pets!

Each Zhu Zhu Pets™ Hamster has its own unique personality and whimsical sounds!

• Loving Mode: Pet them, love them, hear them squeak and chatter
• Explore Mode: Let them scoot, scamper, bump & boogie across the floor or through their Hamster Habitat

Where can I buy Zhu Zhu Pets?

Zhu Zhu Pets and accessories can be purchased at Wal-Mart, Toys R Us, Amazon.com, Meijers, Hallmark Gift Stores, Palmida, Shopko, Duck Wall, Fred Meyer, and more...

How much do Zhu Zhu Pets cost?

The Zhu Zhu Pet Hamsters retail for $8 to $10, with a number of accessories available for an extra $10 and up.

Zhu Zhu Pets are already hard to find and sell for a substantial premium on the secondary market. Please see our article on 'How to Find That Popular Toy' on tips on how to buy this hot item at retail.

Collect the whole Hamster-riffic gang!