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Katita dances and spins around on her rubber feet like a happy bug.
Chico Bicalho has designed this series of metal wind-ups that look like the inside mechanism of a retro tin toy.
Each collectable creature comes in a clear modern box and includes a museum quality mini book. A wonderful gift idea.

7.5cm/3" high

Katita was named after a female mutt in Rio who had just given birth to a litter of six puppies. She became a national hero in Brazil for having saved the life of a three-year-old boy that was being mauled by two vicious pit bulls. She was very badly hurt after fending off the beasts, but survived. This product is homage to Katita's courage.

Here are some tips to enjoy your wired four-legged friend and get the most fun out of its fidgety existence.

To wind up Katita, hold it in one hand, keeping the counterweight from spinning, while turning the key with the other hand. Katita works best when all four booties touch the ground approximately 2 3/4" (7 cm) from each other forming a square (from toe to toe). If the legs become loose, the tabs holding the legs to the body may be pinched with a pair of pliers. When the legs are tight, Katita gets jumpier and even more courageous.

Every once in a while, a bit of spray lubricant will keep the engine revving like crazy. Katita's favorite performing surfaces are marble tables or thin carpets; essentially any level surface will do. What it really loves is to tap dance on a pool table with other Katitas. Two or more Katitas together make a Katita-Herophilus party.

Enjoy!