The Petting Zoo releases Earth Keeperz plush line

By Edited by Megan Smalley

The new line offers retailers realistic and eco-friendly plush options.

The Petting Zoo, an American provider of plush stuffed animals, has introduced its Earth Keeperz as a new line of eco-friendly plush animals. Designed to awaken a love for nature and inspire curiosity, Earth Keeperz combines realistic artistry, sustainable materials and educational value.

Created from recycled water bottles, each Earth Keeperz plush celebrates the beauty of wildlife while advancing the mission of sustainability. The plush fabrics are created from yarn spun from recycled water bottles, offering a soft, silky texture. The plush also features recycled fiber filling. Even the tags on the plush are made of recycled material and use soy ink to reduce environmental impact.

The Petting Zoo says each plush has realistic eyes, custom-embroidered with recycled threads for lifelike precision. The company says its team of dedicated artists studied the eyes of real animals from multiple angles to capture a lifelike essence in these plush.

“Eyes are the window to the soul, even in plush,” says JoRoy Lizewski, vice president of product development at The Petting Zoo. “We knew the eyes would be a key feature that connects children to the magic of wildlife. Every detail — from the elephant’s wise gaze to the red panda’s playful sparkle — was designed to inspire wonder.”

The plush also combines lifelike poses, ultra-soft textures and naturalistic charm. The collection spans a wide range of habitats, including:

  • Ocean Marvels: blue spotted stingrays, sea turtles and axolotls
  • Wildlife Icons: bobcats, white-tailed bucks and fawns
  • Feathered Friends: flamingos, eagles and macaw parrots
  • Safari Favorites: male and female orangutans and African wild dogs
  • Slithering Wonders: rhino vipers, western diamondbacks and a variety of boas and pythons

With over 130 plush animals, Earth Keeperz offers retailers a diverse line. Available in two sizes, the plush animals are perfect for zoos, gift shops, aquariums and specialty stores.

The Petting Zoo saves over 15 million plastic bottles from landfills annually through its plush, according to the company. It takes eight water bottles to create each Earth Keeperz plush. Retailers can learn more about the line at www.pettingzooplush.com.