PARENT REVIEWS
"What a great DVD! My 2 year-old daughter loves watching it, and will run around the living room yelling "where's the doggie!!!" That is her way of asking for the DVD to be put on. This is such a great product for her entertainment AND learning. She makes the farm animal noises as they show on the screen - and says different words to match what she sees. I laugh as she tries to "smell" the pretty flowers. Having Jack pop in an out on different scenes makes her giggle and shout "JACK! or DOGGIE" when she spots him. Haley chatters away while its on, making me see really see the value in this type of educational video. Jack the Cuddly encourages her to see, to play, and to use her imagination. She is learning through Jack and his friends.
I'm pleased with having made this purchase and hope to see a new Jack DVD offered soon. We love it!"
Vangie B., Nova Scotia, Canada
"..We have a host of DVD's in our collection ranging from animated greats like Finding Nemo right down to locally produced Australian kids shows and The Wiggles. But Jack the Cuddly dog is the only DVD My Girl will sit and watch all the way through without getting restless or just plain walking away and playing with her other toys.
If you are looking for a DVD for your young child that develops their mind, then Jack is for you. Plus, Jack is just so damn cute, how could you refuse a face like that? ... and let me tell you, it's well worth it."
Peter D., Daddy Blogger, Brisbane, Australia, posted Thurs. October 20th athttp://chocolatemakesitbetter.blogspot.com/
"Congratulations on a great video! You'll be pleased to know that not only does it hold 24-month-old Clara's attention completely...but 6-year-old Audrey's and 8-year-old Ben's as well (and mine too, unless we're watching it at 5:30am, my least favorite wake-up time of Clara's) ... I think you've really found a special balance of education and emotionally-centered entertainment..."
John C., Albany, NY
"Jack is a playful and cute character that engages my kids and makes them smile and giggle. As a parent concerned with the amount of TV my kids watch, I am very comfortable knowing that Jack the Cuddly Dog combines learning with pleasant music and beautiful real-world scenery. This video is educational, amusing and serene."
Christa, mother of 3 (2 yr old and 1 yr old twins)
"We just finished watching your video with my 3 year old daughter and 1 year old son. Both kids loved the video, identifying the colors, shapes and all the animals. My son, Jack, loved hearing his name throughout the video. You've created a wonderful character and a great video for children of all ages."
Jason, Grand Rapids, MI
"I'm able to take a minute to write this note because my granddaughter (age 2) is watching 'Jack' for the third time in 24 hours. She repeats the dialogue and seems mesmerized by the music and video. When it's over she pleads, 'I want Jack again.' I will send kudos about your DVD to all my 'grandma friends' and encourage them to buy for their grandchildren."
With appreciation,
Gloria W.
"Thanks for the timely delivery of the dvd. It's great, the kids loved it."
- eBay customer
"You must love the dog! Besides the whole concept is great -- way more graspable, down-to-earth and (therefore) palatable than many supposedly age-appropriate shows on television. I also especially like that your music is acoustic and real, as opposed to the electronic pseudo-music-box stuff. I would much prefer to play actual Mozart for my newborn. Having written several pilot proposals for kids TV, I think yours is a winner. Best of luck!"
Adam S., Greenpoint, NY
PRESS
FilmMaker Magazine comments on "Jack, the Cuddly Dog"
Spring 2006 edition
Blue's Clues animator Paul Beard may have died tragically in a car accident at the age of 27, but not before unleashing what may very well be the cutest cartoon canine ever, Jack the Cuddly dog.
Sarah Gurman of Animation Magazine reviews "Jack, the Cuddly Dog"
May 2006 (Animation Magazine)
When Max Reynal and Doug Morrione, principal partners at New York's Hello Baby Productions, began working on their project, Jack, the Cuddly Dog, they believed the time was right for a new generation of baby properties.
Helping Moms Connect reviews "Jack, the Cuddly Dog"
March 9th, 2006 (HELPING MOMS CONNECT)
As a mom of two little ones, I have seen more than my fair share of "children's" videos, from Baby Einstein to the Wiggles to Chicken Little. It can often be difficult to gauge what is appropriate for children of different ages, lest what will actually keep them entertained.
Sleeping Mommy reviews "Jack, the Cuddly Dog"
February 15, 2006 (SLEEPING MOMMY)
Jack the Cuddly Dog is a developmental baby video geared towards babies and toddlers ages 6 months to 2 years. I've read reviews of the video comparing it to the Baby Einstein videos. This only gave me a vague idea of what the video was like because I've never owned a Baby Einstein video even though my sisterinlaw swears by them. I recently received a copy of Jack the Cuddly Dog: Colors and Shapes and the cover of the dvd boldly states, "For baby's heart and mind." With this claim to give me hope, one chaotic late afternoon, I put the dvd in for my three children along with their 3.75 year old and 19 month old cousins to watch. Then I prayed it would work some magic and settle the little herd of heathens down.
Digitally Obsessed reviews "Jack, the Cuddly Dog"
February 16, 2006 (DIGITALLY OBSESSED)
Jack the Cuddly Dog is a developmental baby video geared towards babies and toddlers ages 6 months to 2 years. I've read reviews of the video comparing it to the Baby Einstein videos. This only gave me a vague idea of what the video was like because I've never owned a Baby Einstein video even though my sisterinlaw swears by them. I recently received a copy of Jack the Cuddly Dog: Colors and Shapes and the cover of the dvd boldly states, "For baby's heart and mind." With this claim to give me hope, one chaotic late afternoon, I put the dvd in for my three children along with their 3.75 year old and 19 month old cousins to watch. Then I prayed it would work some magic and settle the little herd of heathens down.
