Webkinz are very popular plush stuffed toy animals that were released by the Ganz company in 2005. The toys are very similar to other stuffed animals you may have seen, but one very unique feature is that they come packaged with a special code on their labels that you can use to gain access to the "Webkinz World" website and adopt an online digital version of your pet for interaction with others. There are also smaller mini versions of Webkinz called Lil' Kinz. Ganz also recently released Webkinz trading cards as well.

Webkinz are similar to the ever so popular Ty Beanie Babies in that they are retired after so many have been sold to try and keep high after market selling prices. Webkinz have been extremely popular so far, with over two million units sold to merchants and one million registered users of the Webkinz website.

There have been many reports of some retired Webkinz selling for hundreds of dollars after they have been retired. Even some rare ones including some of the originals that didn't have the "W" stitched on them that go for over $1,000! Make sure to get your favorite Webkinz before they are retired.

Benefits to buying Webkinz:

● Kids love 'em!

● They have high resale value

● You can collect them as a hobby

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