These Interactive Hamster Toys Are Almost As Good As A Real-Live Critter (Maybe Better)

When it comes to talking hamster toys, this adorable little buddy is a popular choice with over 3,500 reviews on Amazon. He’s an ideal gift for birthdays, Easter, Christmas, and even baby showers. If your tot isn’t very confident when speaking, this toy encourages them to keep talking by repeating everything they say. So if your little one giggles, sings, or chatters away, he’ll mimic anything they do. He’s also an excellent companion for kids who have autism.  Whenever he talks back, his little chubby body shakes. Just note that 3 AAA batteries are required for this toy and they’re not included in the box. It’s also important to remember that this toy cannot be washed due to its electrical features.

Another great companion toy is this fluffy brown hamster. It’s also available in other colors/designs such as a dark gray and a festive winter outfit. It’s a slightly larger toy than the others, standing at 5.7″ tall but works similarly to the others where it’ll repeat anything your kiddo says. They’ll be entertained for hours playing by themselves, but it’s also a great toy for parent-to-child interaction, so you can talk at the toy, it’ll repeat what you said, and then encourage your child to repeat it back. This one requires 3 AAA batteries which are not included in the box, and be mindful that you can’t put it through the washer or dryer.

This adorable 6.8″ tall hamster is available in light gray or dark brown. It talks back to your kid and does a little dance whenever it responds back. No matter which language your child speaks, it will respond back in a cute little high pitched voice. It also requires 3 AAA batteries which are not included.

This adorable buddy and his chubby cheeks will be an excellent companion for your little one. It’s super soft and durable, so it can handle some toddler roughhousing. Even if you’ve got a quiet tot, this hamster will get them chatting away in no time. 3 AAA batteries are required but are not included.

Babies and toddlers will love cuddling up with this plush talking hamster plus it’ll keep them company by repeating everything they say. It’s portable and lightweight, so you can bring it with you anywhere. This adorable hamster dances and shakes its head whenever it talks back. Batteries are not included, but it does require 3 AAA batteries to operate.

If you’re looking for a more lifelike hamster stuffed animal, this little fella named Brushy is designed to look like the real deal. Any kiddo will be ecstatic to hug and squeeze this insanely adorable plushie. Look at him holding his little hands together! This stuffed animal is safe for tots 24 months and older. It’s also machine washable!

Meet Chippy the hamster! This 6″ little ball of fluff almost looks like the real deal. So for kiddos who love hamsters but aren’t quite ready to gently handle an actual one, this little stuffed plushie will make for an excellent friend. Chippy is rocking the classic brown and white fur combo and has an adorable little tail and fluffy ears. He’s totally huggable and durable for all kinds of toddler loving.

A big, fluffy hamster throw pillow and blankie? Say no more! If you’re in the market for an adorable hamster plushie your kiddo can cuddle up with, this 19.7″ tall throw pillow is an excellent pick. It comes with a blanket and has a zipper in the back where it can be stashed for taking cuddly comfort on the go. You can get it in a variety of colors including light blue, brown, white, and grey. It’ll make a perfect companion for any bed or long car trip, and it’s definitely a sleepover must-have!

What backpack or lunch box zipper would be complete without some cute hamster keychains? Make sure they’re back-to-school ready with a pair of brown and gray stuffed hamster keychains. The chains feature an easy to open and close lobster clasp that’s durable, so it can handle whenever kids chuck their backpacks around.

Are you ready to meet the squishiest pillow ever? This giant pillow is made from high quality PP cotton, making it ideal for hugging and resistant to deformation. It’s 19.7″ tall, so it’s the perfect size for young ones to cozy up in bed or on the couch with. You can also get this pillow in a slightly smaller 15.7″ size and with a brown fur color.

Maybe a (fake) skittering critter is what your kiddo is really after. For that, there are hamster track toys, which are kind of like car tracks, only … fluffier. This set features hamsters (or mice, or rats … but let’s just go with hamsters) that wind up and zip around a track that your kid can build and re-arrange. There’s even an ice cream shop and pull cart so their frenzied friends can stop for a bite. (Note: Not suitable for younger tots, since this contains small parts.)

This one is similar to the hamster track toy above … only bigger! And in this pick, the restaurant of choice is a fast food joint. Your child can pop the food props in the tower and watch them zoom down the slide when there’s an order up — it’ll land in the included cart and one of their hamster friends can take it out for delivery. Plus, the buildable track means your kid will have as much fun constructing as they do servin’ up burgers and fries. (Note: Not suitable for younger tots, since this contains small parts.)