Mary Meyer EarthMates, Fuzz That Wuzz 100% Recycled, Purrzzzz Cat, 14 inches

This cat is simply adorable, high quality, and unique. This would be an excellent gift. And made in the USA!!!!

I purchased this toy for my oldest daughter when she was around six months old (she is now nearly two years old as of this writing). At the time, the fact that it was made of recycled bottles was a minor selling point frosting on my main concerns that the toy be durable and not have any small parts which could be pulled off and choked on. Unlike many plush toys, the eyes on Purrzzz are flat fabric sewn onto the face, a style I prefer as there is absolutely no chance that these could be chewed off and possibly choked on by a small child. Of course, given how much my daughter loves this toy, she's never attempted to chew on any part she will give him plenty of adoring squeezes in her little arms, however.

At a year, plus a few months old, this toy has aged remarkably well. When I first purchased it, this cat was somewhat stiff, however as my little girl has played with and loved him, he has become softer and more cuddly. The wearing of his "coat" is akin to that of an old blanket the type which gets "nubblies" as it is used. However, despite being loved sometimes roughly by an active little girl, none of the stitching has come loose, nor are there any tears in the material. Cleaning is relatively hassle-free as one can spot-clean any immediate stains or, for a deeper clean, put the toy in a pillow case and throw it in the washer on a cold, gentle cycle (just remember: cats don't like water). I recommend air-drying afterwards, or putting the dryer on the lowest setting (keeping the toy protected in the pillow case), if you must.

The practicality of this plush toy in considering the safety of a small child was a huge selling point for me. That coupled with my daughter's love for her "Mr. Cat," as he has been named, leave me no option but to give Purrzzz five stars. When a little girl won't go to bed without her one special plushie, there is no stronger endorsement.

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I love this cat's expression, his markings, and the fact that he's "green." Feels sturdy, likely to hold up well after years of playing. Happy to give him a home!

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