Talking Summer Ratshaker Plush (9in)

My kids won't stop giggling over this hotdog-shaped rat—the 9-inch size is perfect for their little hands, and the rattle sound is way more satisfying than I expected. It's goofy, soft, and somehow looks exactly like both a rat and a hotdog, which is honestly the best kind of weird.

This little guy is way cuter in person—the hotdog bun texture is surprisingly soft and the rat face is perfectly goofy. I squeezed him and the shaker sound inside is a fun little surprise, my kid hasn't put him down all day.

The shake mechanism is surprisingly gentle, so it doesn't feel like it's going to break after a few squeezes. I just wish the fabric was a bit softer for cuddling, but the hotdog design is definitely a conversation starter.