Joyk Empathy Doll - Billy the Cat

With this sweet kitty, you get three lovely things in one.
 
First of all, it’s irresistibly soft and huggable.
Secondly, it doubles as a hand puppet — perfect for little stories, big feelings, and silly voices.
And here’s the extra-special touch: pop the small heatable fabric pouch into the microwave, place it inside the cat, and suddenly you have the cosy feeling of a warm kitty resting in your lap. The soothing warmth has a calming effect and naturally encourages care and empathy — for children and grown-ups alike.
You’ll need to fill the included fabric pouch yourself with grains such as rice, cherry pits, lentils, or similar materials.

A second pouch filled with small plastic granules is also included for added weight and realism — please note that this pouch must not be heated in the microwave.

Materials:
Soft faux fur
The paws are filled with small beads that add a gentle, comforting weight. Machine washable at 40°C. Remember to empty the heatable pouch before washing.

Size: Cat - 47 cm. Pouch - 19 x 14 cm.

Here, important skills are stimulated, which are wonderful for your child's well-being and ability to learn:

• Strengthens your child's ability to experience empathy and care for other people.
• This boosts your child's body awareness.
• Inspires your child to practise social skills, for instance being able to lose, listen, trade toys, or wait their turn, being tolerant and patient, and making an effort to read the situation.

Suitable for children aged 1 yr. to Seniors

Role play with dolls, dress-up costumes, or play sets strengthens your child's ability to think creatively in terms of their own identity. What are my abilities as a ninja or a giant? How does a gardener or a dragonfly talk? All these thoughts strengthen your child's social skills. Through role play, your child gets the chance to test rules, boundaries, and opportunities for social interaction and identity formation, and this develops their awareness of their own world and daily life.

Do you know Joyk?

Joyk dolls are hand sewn and are designed to be pleasant to play with, hold, and love. They help both children and seniors feel calm and safe and develop their sense of empathy. Joyk dolls have weighted bottoms, and you can buy a beating heart to put inside your doll. Their sweet eyes are designed so that your child looks the doll in the eyes when it lies cradled in their left arm and they look down.

Joyk dolls are very common in dementia care as a way to increase well-being and safety through empathy. Joyk dolls are available in various different designs and sizes, so you can choose exactly the one that's right for you.

See our selection from Joyk here.