GUND Talkiez Hippo Stuffed Animal Sound Toy Talkiez Hippo makes realistic grunting and roaring noises at the push of a button Constructed from high-quality and huggable plush Surface-washable for easy cleaning Appropriate for ages one and up One of the first companies to make teddy bears, GUND was founded in 1898 by Adolph Gund in Norwalk, Connecticut. Now known not only for teddy bears, but a whole menagerie of plush toys, giving a child one of these sweet creatures will provide companionship through their early years.