Pete's Expert Summary
My human, in their infinite and often misguided wisdom, has procured a "Flappy the Elephant." The brand, GUND, is respectable; I've found their plush creations to be of a superior quality for biscuit-making and as pillows. This particular specimen is a gray pachyderm, allegedly animated and capable of song. It is, quite offensively, marketed towards babies. While the idea of a singing toy is an affront to my finely-tuned ears, the promise of flapping ears presents a glimmer of potential. A rhythmically moving object could, perhaps, provide a moment's diversion from my rigorous napping schedule. It's a fine line between a worthy adversary and a noisy piece of clutter.
Key Features
- OFFICIAL FLAPPY THE ELEPHANT: Flappy is a cute singing elephant that comes to life with the push of a button, featuring two play modes to entertain baby. Now features enhanced audio and volume controls for a more customized play session For ages 0+
- INTERACTIVE PLAY: Press Flappy’s left foot to engage in a game of peek-a-boo, where Flappy hides behind his oversized ears. Press his right foot to hear a playful new song in a child’s voice while his ears flap to the rhythm Song styles may vary
- GIFTS FOR BABY REGISTRY: Whether it’s for nursery decor or to celebrate a baby shower, baby’s first birthday, a baptism, or any other occasion, GUND plush toys, baby toys and sensory toys make thoughtful gifts for developing brains and imaginations
- QUALITY CUDDLES: Our award-winning bears and kids toys appeal to animal lovers everywhere, known for their unmatched quality and huggable designs. From toddlers to adults of all ages, GUND plush toys are perfect for play, collecting and cuddling
- PREMIER PLUSH: As one of America’s first soft toy makers, GUND has crafted unique and classic teddy bears and stuffed animals for 125 years. To this day, we proudly carry this legacy and stand by our toys, known worldwide for quality and innovation
- Includes: 1 Baby GUND Flappy the Elephant 12” Animated Plush, Poly Bag
- Covered by the Spin Master Care Commitment. See below for full details
A Tale from Pete the Cat
It arrived in a clear bag, a silent, gray lump that the Human cooed over. They placed it on the floor of my living room, an intruder in my sovereign territory. I watched from the arm of the sofa, tail twitching in annoyance. Another piece of infant-focused drivel. The Human pushed its left foot. The elephant's oversized ears swung forward to cover its vacant eyes, then swung back as a tinny voice squeaked, "Peek-a-boo!" An insult. I am a master of stealth and ambush; I do not need lessons in hiding from a battery-operated mammal. I yawned, a deliberate display of utter boredom. Unfazed, the Human pressed the right foot. A different horror unfolded. A chirpy, juvenile song—the kind that scrapes at the very soul—began to play. I flattened my ears, preparing to retreat to the bedroom for a restorative nap. But then, I noticed something. The ears. They weren't just flapping wildly; they were moving with a precise, hypnotic rhythm, perfectly in time with the dreadful music. Up, down. Up, down. A soft, percussive *whoosh* of plush against plush. It was, I had to admit, strangely mesmerizing. I crept closer, my disdain momentarily replaced by a deep, analytical curiosity. The song was an abomination, but the engineering of the ear-flaps was... elegant. I sat before the creature, watching its performance through narrowed eyes. It wasn't a toy. It was a kinetic sculpture. A metronome for the aesthetically challenged. When the song ended, the elephant fell silent, its ears at rest. I reached out a single, perfectly manicured paw and gently tapped one of the ears. The GUND fabric was, as expected, sublime. My Human gasped, "Oh, Pete, you like him!" The simpleton. I wasn't "liking" it. I was issuing my verdict. The audio is a catastrophic failure, but the visual performance is acceptable. It may remain in my kingdom, provided its silent, rhythmic mode is the only one ever employed.