Have you heard? The Ginger Cat is Retiring!
The Ginger Cat will soon be retired from the Webkinz catalog. Come celebrate with us in Webkinz World this Saturday! On June 12, make sure to check the Today’s Activities section for some special bonuses. Everyone is welcome to a free retirement cupcake! Ginger Cat owners will also be able to take part in special retirement events! Stay tuned for more info! Starting June 12th the Ginger Cat will be retired from the Webkinz Catalog. Come celebrate with us in Webkinz World!Make sure to check the Today’s Activities section for all the fun retirement stuff. Everyone is welcome to a free retirement cupcake. Ginger Cat owners will also be able to take part in special retirement events! Stay tuned for more info!
Update: Mazin’™ Hamsters Coming Soon!
Have you heard about Mazin’™ Hamsters, the new 3D section of Webkinz World? Users will be able to create their own personalized mazes for their hamsters to explore and run around in. Try to complete each maze within the time limits provided. You can also add interesting rooms to your mazes. Every room is different and there are different ways for hamsters to interact with the rooms. Our six all new Mazin’ Hamsters will be hitting the shelves soon, so keep your eyes peeled. Remember to keep checking Webkinz Newz for more information on Mazin’ Hamsters.
Put your Pincers Together for Webkinz Wednesday!
Crabtabulous! This pet has got a side step that will tip you off your feet! The Cancer Crab is a cute and curious little crustacean that might catch you off-guard, but is friendly to the max! If your birthday falls into the Cancer sign…you’ll be the perfect pinch for the Cancer Crab! These special pets correspond with the Zodiac calendar throughout the year. For each Zodiac sign, a different Exclusive Online Pet will be available. Available starting this Webkinz Wednesday, June 9, 2010 only at Ganz eStore!
You will love this NEW Pet in Leaps and Bounds!
There is only one pet fast enough to race with the best of them, and that is the South African Springbok! This incredible antelope has the athleticism that makes other pets take note! The Springbok likes to re-fuel by snacking on Grazing Gazpacho after playing on its Tall Grass Trampoline. Tall Grass Trampoline Grazing Gazpacho South African Springbok Gift Box The amazing South African Springbok will be leaping into Webkinz World very soon! For this and other fabulous pets, visit Ganz eStore!
Communal Contest Success!
Congratulations everyone! Way to help Berry make those pizzas this weekend — if you participated in last week’s Communal Contest, be sure to pick up your prize this week: 1400 KC! While you’re there, why not vote for this week’s prize? Choose between the Webkinz Studio, Wisteria Tree, Princess Television or Bountiful Bottled Goods Display. Stay tuned to Webkinz Newz — we’ll be revealing part of the challenge on Thursday!
June 2010′s Featured Webkinz Pets
The Golden Pegasus, Red Panda and Chinchilla are June 2010′s Featured Webkinz pets! This terrific trio is in stores now — check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability. Watch the video below to see these pets in action!
Prize Sneak Peek
Here’s an early look at the prizes you’ll be able to vote for in next week’s Communal Contest: Webkinz Studio Princess TV Wisteria Tree Bountiful Bottled Goods Display This weekend’s contest isn’t over yet! If you haven’t entered yet, visit the Kinzville Times in Webkinz World and click on Communal Contest in the index. Then, click Enter and head on over to the Arcade to play some Pizza Palace!
New MYSTERY item at Ganz eStore!
Add a little Mystery to your weekend… This Mystery Item is so cool! The simple design combined with its golden radiance makes this charming item an easy purchase for any pet. This item has never before been sold in eStore and is worth its weight in Gold! Only 2,000 eStore Points! Ever wonder what a retired Pet Specific Item would look like if you could use your imagination and change it? Now your pet can enjoy a NEW Collector Series featuring a new Pet Item Remixed every month. The Sunshine Pool is a remixed version of the retired Yellow Lab’s Lap it up Pool! Regular 7,000 eStore Points Deluxe 6,000 eStore Points Experience the elements of Fire and Water with these pets and items: Fire Fawn – Fire up some fun with this HOT Exclusive Online Pet! Sushi items – Your pampered pet is bound to love these Sushi themed items. Burning Hot Seat – This is one Zodiac theme item that is heating up the room! More decorative items that make your Pet’s house a “home” Fire Fawn Sushi Bar Place Setting Burning Hot Seat Classic Sewing Machine Visit Ganz eStore for these items and many more!
Weekend Round-Up
Play some Pizza Palace this weekend and help achieve this weekend’s goal of 875,000,000 points! If the goal is reached, everyone that entered and participated will win 1400 KinzCash. If you voted earlier this week, you’re already entered. If you didn’t vote, visit the Kinzville Times in Webkinz World and click on “Communal Contest” in the index, then click Enter. Have some cool tips for the Afghan Hound? Tell us in 1000 characters or less! Enter the Afghan Hound contest this weekend. More details on the Contests page.
Feedback Friday: What is your favorite Summer activity?
Welcome to Feedback Friday, where we ask a question and look to our wonderful Webkinz members for answers that we will use to make Webkinz World better. This is your chance to influence the way that Webkinz World evolves! Have you noticed it’s getting hotter and hotter outside? Summer is in full swing and with it comes so many opportunities to get outside and play! We here at Webkinz Newz would like to know about your favorite things to do in the Summer. This week’s question is… What is your favorite Summer activity? Do you like to cool off by the swimming pool? Or running through sprinkles? Maybe it’s a bike ride around town? Whatever it is, we’d like to hear about your favorite Summer activities. Give us some feedback by commenting now!
Challenge Sneak Peek – Communal Contest
Mmmm… is that pizza I smell? I think Berry’s up to something this weekend! Remember to vote on this week’s prize to enter the Communal Contest. Then, come back on Saturday and play some Pizza Palace! Visit the Kinzville Times in Webkinz World and click on “Communal Contest” in the index to vote now. The selection with the most votes will be the prize for this weekend’s challenge.
Afghan Hound Contest
How does the Afghan Hound keep cool in the summer under that luxurious coat? If you have the answer, we want to hear it! Enter the Afghan Hound contest this weekend and tell us in under a 1000 characters — five entries will win the eStore exclusive Afghan Hound! Check the Contests page for more details. Remember, Friday is the last day to enter the Top 10 Summer Spots contest! Correctly fill out the form for a chance to win an eStore exclusive Lazy River Ride and a free ticket for an Island Vacation. Enter Now.
Zingoz Bowling
Have you tried the new Zingoz Bowling on the Webkinz World homepage? It's Webkinz's first 3D activity! If you haven't played Zingoz Bowling yet, check out the Webkinz homepage and click on the activity in the corner! You will need the 3D application Unity Web Player. But don't worry, with the simple steps we've outlined, it's not hard to install!
Feelin’ Groovy this Webkinz Wednesday?
Chill with the Afghan Hound in his cool retro pad! The Afghan Hound likes to keep its hair long and beautiful! This dog is ready and set to be taken to an extra-loving home. Whether you are scratching behind its soft ears or brushing its lustrous hair, this pooch will adore you. This canoodling canine will be your best pal ever! Some pets long for the retro 70’s! It was a fun time when things were just a little bit groovier and definitely full of funk. Collect the entire set of items to create the most radical of theme rooms that will have your pet jivin’ in joy. Available this Webkinz Wednesday, June 2, 2010 (until 11:59pm EST) only at Ganz eStore!
Monkey Around with June’s “First of Month” Specials!
Sizzling Summer Deals at Ganz eStore! Celebrate being a Deluxe Advantage eStore Customer with June 1st specials! June is nearly upon us, and we’re celebrating the new month with some great specials at Ganz eStore this June 1, 2010 (12:01 am to 11:59pm EST). Here’s How it works: On the first of every month there will be a Deluxe Advantage eStore Customer Promotion 1. Check your eStore Account for your monthly deposit of eStore Points* 2. Check Ganz eStore for all the cool stuff available just for Deluxe Advantage eStore Customers 3. Figure out what you want to spend your monthly Points on!* 4. Have fun with your new Online Items and Pets! * Monthly deposit of eStore Points is open to Deluxe Advantage eStore Customers who have purchased either a 3 Month, 6 Month or 12 Month Webkinz World Membership. To learn more about Deluxe Advantage eStore Customer benefits, please click here. Here’s some of the specials you’ll find at Ganz eStore under the “First Of Month Specials” section: June 1st NEW Deluxe Advantage “Get It First” items: • Cotton Top Tamarin • Stainless Steel BBQ • Drip Drying Clothesline June 1st NEW Deluxe Advantage Exclusive item: • Gazing … Read more
