The curious creature known as the Meerkat is a part of the Mongoose family and can be found in African regions of grasslands and deserts. Cuddlekins plush toys are perfect for gifts whether it be gifts for kids or Christmas gifts for any animal lover in your life. This 12-inch lifelike stuffed animal is surface washable so your animal plush will be able to withstand all of life’s messes. You will not be able to resist a smile when you see one of these plushies in front of you. It is almost like having a new member of the family. With nearly 400 species in our lines we are committed to introducing new designs that celebrate all species and provide fun facts on our packaging that foster curiosity about wildlife and educate children about the wonders of nature. As always our broad toy lines allow children to create their own experience and our gift lines appeal to nature enthusiasts of all ages. Wild Republic has been developing plush animals and educational toys for kids of all ages since 1979 with a specialization in realistic stuffed animals.