This game is big and beautiful!  Webkinz World loves SOCCER!  This beautiful game has made its way into the hearts of Webkinz pets and we have a set of nifty items to celebrate the game.  For a limited time, visit the W Shop to find our Beautiful Game theme items.  They are a perfect match for soccer enthusiasts!

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!

Work It in the Runway Room!

Does your pet have what it takes to be the next big thing in Webkinz World fashion?  This is their chance!  Now pets can strut their stuff charismatically down the catwalk.  All you have to do is visit the Runway Room in the Clubhouse, creatively dress up your pet, and finally…get your fashion-loving friend in line to walk the runway.  Each pet’s outfit will be rated by other members for a chance to receive a special card from Persephone.  Work it!

As is often the tradition around this time of year, we’ve taken a look back at all that’s happened over the year past, and we thought we’d share our reflections. Here’s are some of the highlights that defined Webkinz World, Webkinz Newz, and the Ganz eStore in 2009:

• The Zumbuddies came to Webkinz World, giving players the ability to visit the beautiful land of Zumwhere.
• The Caring Valley, where players can plant saplings to help Webkinz Foundation contribute to charitable causes, opened.
• Deluxe Membership was introduced, giving players another way to stay active in Webkinz World with exclusive items. It was also later expanded to allow the gifting of Deluxe Memberships.
• Signature Pets, a line of special, more luxurious pets with additional prizes, were launched.

Those are just a few of the big stories for the year. More top stories from the year and a sneak peek of what’s to come in 2010 follow after the break.

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